Mount Pleasant

New South Wales | Hunter Valley

Our Review

While the vaunted history of craftsmanship here is indisputable, the reds have ebbed from the reductive tension championed by former chief winemaker Jim Chatto, to a more relaxed expression under new maker Adrian Sparks. Sparks seems to have a predilection for mid-weighted, lower-alcohol styles of red, not dissimilar to the great Hunter River Burgundies crafted by Maurice O’Shea. 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

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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 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. Matched to a selection of mediterranean inspired share plates, each carefully curated to complement the palate and enhance your wine tasting.

Hours

Open 7 days 10am - 5pm.

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Food

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In collaboration with Justin North, our head chef Kyle Whitbourne has designed a selection of inspired small plates to enhance your wine tasting experience.

Designed to share, each dish champions local artisanal ingredients.
Sample as a light bite or enjoy a selection between friends and graze your way through your wine tasting.

Hours

Open 7 days 10am - 5pm.

Details are correct at time of writing

Please check winery website for up to date details

Stockist Information

Distribution Information

Fesq.

International Sales Information

Liberty UK

Details

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Winemaker Adrian Sparks, Jaden Hall
Established 1921
Dozens NFP
Vineyards (area) 85.8 ha
Viticulturist Belinda Kelly, Nicholas Cooper
Opening Hours Thurs–Mon 10–5
Address 401 Marrowbone Road, Pokolbin, NSW 2320
Telephone (02) 4998 7505
Website www.mountpleasantwines.com.au