Our Review
Bimbadgen’s Palmers Lane Vineyard was planted in 1968 and the McDonalds Road Vineyard shortly thereafter. Both sites provide old-vine semillon, shiraz and chardonnay, with tempranillo a more recent addition. Since assuming ownership in ’97, the Lee family has applied the same level of care and attention to cultivating Bimbadgen as they have to other properties in their portfolio. The small but impressive production is consumed largely by the owner’s luxury hotel assets, with limited quantities available in the Sydney market. -JAMES HALLIDAY
Specialities
Semillon, Chardonnay, Shiraz
Cellar Door
Information
Situated in a commanding position with magnificent views of the Barrington Ranges, surrounding vineyards, and winery production area, our contemporary Cellar Door offers the perfect immersive setting to sample Bimbadgen wines. Tasting experiences start from $10 per person, and bookings are required for all groups to ensure availability.
Hours
Mon–Sat 10–4, Sun 11–3
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Food
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Esca Bimbadgen restaurant exemplifies the unique nature of a winery restaurant. The spectacular entrance suspended above the winery is second only to the view from your table.
The restaurant showcases our passion for the Hunter Valley, it’s wines, its history and its people. The wine list has been carefully curated to place the estates wines and story front of mind, but also celebrates other outstanding Hunter region wines and exceptional wines from around Australia. The menu has been designed to perfectly complement the wines and the wine region surrounds, being all about simplicity and letting flavours and freshness of the produce speak for themselves.
Esca is open for Lunch Wednesday to Sunday, and Dinner Thursday to Saturday.
Hours
Wood Fire Pizza's Mon–Thur 11–3:30, Frid–Sat 11–7.30, Sun 11–3
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Accommodation
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The Lane Retreat - The Lane Retreat’s boutique accommodation offers the perfect base for the ultimate Hunter Valley getaway, drawing on its rural surrounds with natural colours and tones. Discover pure relaxation in the expansive surrounds and cozy buildings, ample activities when you want them, and nothing to do when that’s just right. Let us take you on a journey of discovery as you connect with Australia’s oldest and first wine region.
Facilities
Bimbadgen McDonalds Rd - Accommodation onsite at our McDonalds Road property offers panoramic views of the surrounding vineyard. Choose from a 4-bedroom Homestead or a 2-bedroom Cottage. Book your Hunter Valley getaway at Bimbadgen’s Homestead or Cottage and receive a complimentary bottle of wine and a cheese plate on arrival. Plus complimentary Continental breakfast for the first morning of your stay.
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Details
| Rating |
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| Winemaker |
Michael Hatcher |
| Viticulturalist |
Liz Riley |
| Region |
Hunter Valley |
| Address |
790 McDonalds Road, Pokolbin, NSW 2320
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| Established |
1968 |
| Dozens |
30 000 |
| Vineyards (area) |
26 ha |
| Opening Hours |
Mon–Sat 10–4, Sun 11–3 |
| Telephone |
(02) 4998 4600
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| Website |
www.bimbadgen.com.au
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