Hunter Valley Semillon and Seafood Festival
The French can keep their fancy bubbly and Kiwis can have their Pinot because we’ve got some of the world’s best Semillon amongst us.

Hunter Valley Semillon is described by international wine experts as “Australia’s wine gift to the world”. A bit like boasting that you’re God’s gift to (wo)men, except with the region producing 150 Semillons – including latest releases, vintage treasures, sparkling and dessert styles – it can back up the claim.

The weekend festival has more than 20 Semillon-inspired activities and a chance to mingle with some of the region’s legendry winemaking families; Bruce Tyrrell, Keith Tulloch and 2008 Winemaker of the Year Andrew Thomas.

Chef Andrew Clarke of famed two hatted Rock Restaurant will be hosting cooking demonstrations of char grilled Balmain bugs, with local restaurants keeping to the theme of gourmet seafood dishes combined with the best of local produce.

Hunter Valley Semillon and Seafood
Friday 17 – Sunday 19 April 2009
Tickets available from venues (see full list of events), t: (02) 4991 4533

Hunter Semillon and Seafood Feature Event
10.30am – 4pm, Saturday 18 April 2009
Tyrrell’s Vineyard, Broke Road, Pokolbin 2320
$30 entry fee includes souvenir glass, wine bag, tasting vouchers, entry to Semillon Masterclasses, seafood cooking and oyster demonstrations, and live music
Seafood picnic packages from $95 per couple, bookings essential

TG