Hunter Valley wine region is situated in New South Wales about 2 hours north of Sydney, Australia.  The region is know for it s Semillon and Shiraz wines and is home to many wineries.  I didn't want to pass up an opportunity to visits a few of them and taste local wines.

Next stop was Audrey Wilkinson winery. The vineyard is over 150 years old.  The Cellar Door building sits atop of a hill with beautiful views of the vines all around.

The name of the vineyard comes from a legend about a horse names Cockfighter.  It is believed to still roam the countryside during stormy weather.  The beautiful Cellar Door of the Cockfighter’s Ghost Vineyard has a graceful statue of a horse overlooking the vines.

Winery tour would not be complete without tasting some sparkling wines.  Peterson House is just a place with a largest selection of bubbly in the Hunter Valley.

My final winery to visit was Tyrell's Wines .  It is a family owned winery that is internationally renowned.

Not surprisingly Hunter Valley has some nice dining options. Lunch at the Muse Kitchen located at Keith Tulloch Winery.  Bright space with a large fireplace and delicious menu paired with Keith Tulloch  wines.

I had a lovely dinner  at Amanda's on the Edge restaurant.  Grilled rack of Lamb paired with 2016 Vinden Estate Basket Pressed shiraz.