Set on the crest of a hill, the cellar door has 360-degree views of the picturesque patchwork of vines and paddocks of the Hunter Valley. The sandstone and timber building tips its hat to the history of the vineyard. The Wilkinson's were true pioneers of the Australian winemaking industry. Despite two earlier ventures in Australia, the Wilkinson family returned after the brothers Frederick and John had studied winemaking in France and Germany. In 1866 the family acquired the present site of the Audrey Wilkinson vineyard. Living in tents, they cleared the land and planted vines which were sourced from the MacArthur Onslow property. By the early 1900s, Audrey Wilkinson collected awards around Australia for his Hock, claret and fortified wines. Large quantities were exported to London. Audrey committed to leading edge technology which, at the end of the 19th century, included open cement fermenters and steam powered crushers and hoppers. It was here the Audrey Wilkinson legacy was born.

Peterson House is the first stop often taken when visiting the Hunter Valley vineyards. Located at the gateway of the Hunter, the picturesque property is home to the largest array of sparkling wines in the region.​ Our Cellar Door boasts over 40 varieties of red and white sparkling wine to taste, plus we have a wide range of souvenirs inspired by our motto ... “Life’s Flat Without Bubbles”.

Please be aware that we are generally unable to take walk-in groups over 8 people if not booked prior to arrival.

Brokenwood Wines produces premium wines from 'all the right regions, for all the right reasons'. Our award-winning Graveyard Vineyard Shiraz, ILR Reserve Semillon, and beloved Cricket Pitch range are just a few examples of our pledge to produce exceptional tasting wines. At the heart of Brokenwood lies the belief that everyone should ‘enjoy great wine and have fun’ in a relaxed atmosphere. From our tasting 'pods' to the outdoor Terrace Wine Bar and The Wood Restaurant, every corner of our Cellar Door upholds this philosophy. Whether you’re a seasoned epicurean or a curious novice, you are sure to find a slice of Hunter Valley heaven at our ‘must-visit’ winery.

THE ULTIMATE DESTINATION Hope Estate is a family owned and operated working winery, brewery and distillery perfectly located in the heart of Hunter Valley wine country. Award winning craft beer, Estate-grown wine, premium Australian grain spirits and home to Australia's largest purpose-built outdoor winery concert amphitheatre with the biggest concerts going around. Hope Estate is dedicated to making sensational wines and are firm believers in estate-grown varietal wines. Following this philosophy, Hope Brewery opened early 2014 and kicked off their range with a whole lot of hoppy ales. Since then they’ve been satisfying a desire for new beers and new styles including NEIPAs, sours, trophy-winning stouts and even Australia’s strongest IPA. Mid-2020 saw the inception of Hope Distillery launching with a range of premium Australian grain spirits including Gin, Vodka and Moonshine. Our recently renovated Cellar Door is open 7 days, 10am - 5pm for wine, beer and spirits tasting.

Premium Wines from a boutique Hunter Valley vineyard. Enjoy the exceptional service and stunning views. Owned and operated by Stephen and Tracy Drayton since 1996, the Ivanhoe Estate continues to produce premium Hunter wines and is renowned for its gutsy reds and great whites. A fifth-generation member of the famous winemaking Drayton family, Stephen & Tracy brought the historic Ivanhoe vineyard to life with their own style and passion.