AUSTRALIA'S ICONIC RED WINE
Bluegrass Wine Experiences | Aged vs New
Discover the Rare Annual Opportunity to Taste Bluegrass Wines Through Time
Wine enthusiasts and collectors, now is the time to visit the Hunter Valley for a truly exceptional experience at Saddler’s Creek Wines. Each May, we open our cellars for the highly anticipated annual release of our aged Bluegrass Collection-a once-a-year opportunity to taste the remarkable evolution of these iconic Australian reds side by side with their current vintage counterparts.
The Bluegrass Collection: Crafted for Cellaring Excellence
The Bluegrass Collection represents the pinnacle of winemaking excellence, with a heritage stretching back to the inaugural 1990 Cabernet Sauvignon vintage. These exceptional wines have been beloved by Club Equus members and cellar door visitors for over three decades. What makes these wines truly special is their remarkable aging potential-each bottle meticulously crafted to develop greater depth of flavor and complexity over time.
Experience the Evolution: New vs Aged Comparison
How Time Transforms Bluegrass Wines
Upon release, Bluegrass wines showcase bold, vibrant black fruit flavors balanced by firm tannins, giving them a powerful, full-bodied structure. But the magic happens with patient cellaring:
Tannins soften over time, creating a silkier mouthfeel
Fruit flavors meld together in perfect harmony
Complexity increases as secondary characteristics develop
The finish becomes longer and more lingering
THE CELLAR IS OPEN!
BLUEGRASS ‘CELLAR RELEASE’
Once a year, we open the doors to our cellar and hand-pick Bluegrass wines, which are aging beautifully, to release to our Club Equus members.
This is your rare opportunity to secure museum vintages of the Bluegrass collection. The BLACK LABEL Bluegrass signifies the ‘Cellar Release,’ meaning we have carefully aged these wines and released them with 8+ years of maturity.
This year’s ‘Cellar Release’
Bluegrass Cabernet Sauvignon
Bluegrass Cabernet Shiraz
Three Exceptional Ways to Experience Bluegrass in May 2025
Bluegrass Vertical Tasting Flight
Available daily throughout May and June, this self-guided tasting lets you compare current Bluegrass wines with their aged counterparts from vintages cellared for up to eight years. At just $10 per person, it’s an accessible way to discover how these remarkable wines evolve over time.
Burgers & Bluegrass Tasting Flight
This self-guided side-by-side tasting flight lets you compare current Bluegrass wines with their aged counterparts, perfectly paired with gourmet mini sliders. Available daily throughout May and June between 10am-3pm for $55 per person | $40 Club Equus Members.
Ribs & Reds Masterclass
For the ultimate Bluegrass experience, join our guided masterclass where our wine expert will take you through six iconic red wines, comparing new releases with cellar releases aged for eight years. This wine and food pairing experience includes perfectly matched rib bowls that complement each wine’s unique characteristics. Available May 25th and June 29th at 11am for $75 per person | $60 Club Equus Members.
A Tradition Worth Celebrating
At Saddler’s Creek, we understand the art of patient cellaring, carefully selecting the finest vintages to reserve and age with confidence. Each May, these aged treasures are released in very limited quantities, offering a unique opportunity to experience the evolution of exceptional wines that have been carefully cellared to perfection.
Don’t miss this rare annual opportunity to taste the Bluegrass Collection’s remarkable journey through time. Whether you’re a seasoned collector or simply curious about how great wines evolve, this is your chance to experience firsthand why the Bluegrass Collection has earned its iconic status in Australian winemaking.
