Our Review
While the vaunted history of craftsmanship here is indisputable, the reds have taken on a more relaxed expression under winemaker Adrian Sparks. He seems to have a predilection for mid-weighted, lower-alcohol styles of red, not dissimilar to the great Hunter River burgundies crafted by legendary maker Maurice O’Shea, who founded the Mount Pleasant label. This is a style that is as aspirational today as it was revered then, gleaned from a polyglot of historical vineyards, variable geologies and stylistic patinas, including expressions of the Old Paddock and Rosehill vineyards. The whites, too, feel less austere. However, their fealty to the regional pedigree of steely, long-lived semillon is clear. -NED GOODWIN MW
Specialities
Shiraz, semillon, pinot noir
Cellar Door
Information
As you look out across the picturesque estate, first planted by Maurice O’Shea, it is the ideal setting to explore some of Australia’s most iconic wines. As with our winemaking, we approached the restoration with an almost obsessive perfectionism. Determined to capture the grandeur of the space and its history with a warmth of character that welcomes you home. Classic detailing, all studied from similar historic buildings of the era, is executed with contemporary finishes. A private collection of some of Australia’s leading photographic and contemporary artists graces the walls. It all brings to life our place in Hunter Valley’s history and its visionary future. Above all else, it is a space that showcases the incredible wines we have to share, where every sense is engaged to elevate your wine-tasting experience. Explore wines from across our award-winning vineyard sites and experience some of the Hunter Valley’s benchmark styles. Book online or walk in.
Hours
Mon–Fri 9–5
Details are correct at time of writing
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Stockist Information
Distribution Information
Eastern Seaboard: Fesq
SA: Porter & Co
International Sales Information
UK: Liberty
Greece: Epic Imports
Canada: Boutique Wines
Japan: Village Cellars
Korea: Winenara
Hong Kong: Watsons
France: Valade & Transadine
Details
| Rating |
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| Winemaker |
Adrian Sparks, Jaden Hall |
| Viticulturalist |
Belinda Kelly |
| Traditional Place Name |
In the spirit of reconciliation, Mount Pleasant Wines acknowledges the Traditional Custodians of country throughout Australia and their connections to land, sea and community. We pay our respect to their Elders past and present and extend that respect to all Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples today. |
| Region |
Hunter Valley |
| Address |
401 Marrowbone Road, Pokolbin, NSW 2320
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| Established |
1921 |
| Dozens |
9000 |
| Vineyards (area) |
46 ha |
| Opening Hours |
Mon–Fri 9–5 |
| Telephone |
(02) 4998 7505
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| Website |
www.mountpleasantwines.com.au
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