Saddler’s Creek Wines • Pokolbin, Hunter Valley
Winemaker’s Table Lunch
Saturday 7 March 2026 • Barrel Room • $175 / $160 Club Equus
If you’re choosing one must-do lunch in the Hunter Valley, make it this: a seated four-course, wine-matched long lunch in our Barrel Room. It starts with sparkling and canapés, then moves through four courses with matching wines and real 2026 vintage insight from Winemakers Brett Woodward and Sam Rumpit. There’s time for questions throughout.
What’s included
Menu subject to change.
Who this lunch is for
- Couples or small groups chasing a must-do Hunter Valley experience
- Anyone wanting a proper wine-paired long lunch (not snacks with a tasting)
- No guessing. Pairings handled and explained clearly.
- People who want winemaker access in a relaxed, seated setting
What to expect
You’ll begin with sparkling and canapés, then settle in for a four-course menu by Chef Chiero. Each dish is paired with a standout wine from across our Hunter Valley collection. Brett and Sam guide you through the wines, what you’re tasting, and why it tastes that way. You’ll also hear what the 2026 vintage is shaping up to be, with space for questions throughout.
Hosted indoors in the Barrel Room. Intimate, atmospheric, and weather-proof.
Planning your Hunter Valley day around this lunch
- Don’t drive if you’re drinking. Book a driver, tour, taxi, or stay nearby.
- Day trip from Sydney? Doable, but it’s a big day. Overnight in Pokolbin makes it effortless.
- How many tastings? One or two max around lunch. More than that and your palate taps out.
FAQ
What’s included in the ticket price?
Sparkling on arrival, canapés, four-course lunch, matching Saddler’s Creek wines, 2026 vintage insight, and Q&A with Winemakers Brett Woodward and Sam Rumpit.
Where is it held?
Saddler’s Creek Wines, Barrel Room, Pokolbin (Hunter Valley).
Is it indoors if it rains or it’s very hot?
Yes. The Barrel Room is fully indoors.
Is it suitable if I’m not a wine expert?
Yes. It’s designed to be enjoyable and understandable without jargon. You can ask questions at any point.
Can the menu change?
Yes. Menu is subject to change.
