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Nestled in the fertile Hunter Valley, Cessnock’s wine region is one of the oldest and most diverse in the world, making it a terrific destination for oenophiles. There are over 100 wineries in the area, and vineyard and cellar tours are among Cessnock’s most popular attractions. World-class golf courses, gourmet eateries, lush gardens and blissful spas round out the local appeal.
Restaurants in Cessnock
1. Century Salvage
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5.0 based on 2 reviews
Century Salvage is a business that prides itself on producing beautiful bespoke vintage industrial furniture statement pieces, along with sculptural lighting, antique bric a brac and contemporary art. We look forward to meeting you, here in our characterful barn in Wollombi. Kind regards, Century Salvage Team.
2. Hunter Belle Cheese Room & Cafe
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5.0 based on 59 reviews
Cheese, Gelato, Fudge, giftware & more. An indulgent experience for all to enjoy... Hunter Belle is excited to present our brand new cheese room in Pokolbin, in the heart of the Hunter Valley. Located in the Ben Ean Complex at the beautiful historic Lindeman's Estate, with two cellar doors and a restaurant downstairs, we are a perfect desitination for your next trip to the Hunter Valley Wine
Reviewed By dougbrookes1 - Sydney, Australia
Some of the best cheese I’ve ever tasted! Denise was amazing, knowledgeable about all aspects of cheesemaking and the yummy cheese made at Hunter Belle. The award- winning triple cream briebelle is absolutely fantastic and definitely a true favourite. The platters and meals available at the cafe are fantastic and is a great lunch in between wineries! Coming to Hunter Belle’s Cheese Room is an absolute must for any cheese lover in the the Hunter, such a great cheese tasting and and an amazing meal... Go and enjoy!
3. Wollombi Sculpture in the Vineyards
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5.0 based on 2 reviews
An annual celebration of arts and culture held across three boutique vineyards and Wollombi's historic village. Hear the inside story, join an artist-led creative workshop or chat about wine making and intricacies of growing a good wine-making grape with one of our experienced local vignerons. 'Wollombi' means meeting place of the waters MAKE OUR MEETING PLACE YOUR MEETING PLACE
Reviewed By sangarapillaim - Greater Sydney, Australia
Hats off to Wollombi and Laguna. In fact, we visited Wollombi Village twice and was able to see most of the sculptures. Both times the sun was out . One visit was with the indigenous sculpturer
4. Mistletoe Winery
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4.5 based on 163 reviews
Mistletoe is a small family owned vineyard and winery that was established by the current owners in 1989. Three generations of the family are actively involved in its day to day operation. Mistletoe is not just a "Cellar Door" it is a genuine working winery and vineyard with all wine being made on site. Mistletoe’s multi award winning wines are sold exclusively from the winery and cellar door located in the beautiful Hermitage Road area of Pokolbin just off the recently completed Hunter Expressway. Now in its 31st. year,Mistletoe’s “ no compromise” approach to producing “ true to origin” premium quality wines, has seen it receive many,many, hundreds of awards and accolades. Mistletoe has been rated a 5 star winery in the 2007 to 2020 editions of James Halliday’s Australian Wine Companion. This rating places Mistletoe in the Top 10% of wineries in Australia. With more than 20 wines on offer Mistletoe has one of the most comprehensive ranges of wine to be seen in the Hunter Valley.
Reviewed By JollyTraveller12 - Ballina, Australia
A great family run vineyard with a great selection of wines to taste and only $3 to taste which is waived when you buy wine.10/10
5. Binnorie Dairy Lovedale
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4.5 based on 131 reviews
We make soft fresh goat and cow cheese , we offer free cheese tastings.Come in for some coffee or lunch
Reviewed By jenniferhelen92 - Tamworth, Australia
We had such a lovely (cheese themed) lunch here. Great outdoor seating area for the warmer months, lovely friendly and knowledgeable staff. Menu had a fab selection from soup to quiche to fresh pasta. The Brie, bacon and leek quiche was amazing. Great cheese selection - try the labneh!!
6. Come What May
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4.5 based on 13 reviews
Come What May is a new homewares and gift shop in Pokolbin. A collection of vintage and modern pieces, Come What May has many special items that help make a house a home.Now open, the shop is located on Calais Estate beside the cellar door. We are open Thurs-Sun 10am-5pm, or by appointment outside of these times. This latest addition to Calais Estate enables visitors to drink, eat and shop while on the one estate! We look forward to seeing you soon at Come What May.
Reviewed By yomi406
What a beautiful and unusual place to shop, full of giftware, jams and charming items to purchase. i found a stunning silk dress amongst it all, which is super comfortable and has become a favourite. Nice, friendly service too!
7. Handmade in the Hunter Markets
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4.5 based on 21 reviews
Handmade in the Hunter Markets - where you will discover the variety and quality of goods grown, made and crafted by Hunter Valley artisans. As the longest running and most popular, meet-the-maker market in the vineyards, you will meet and talk with the grower, maker or artist behind each of the expertly crafted and truly unique “Handmade in the Hunter” creations. We take great pride in the fact that when you buy something from us you are taking a little bit of the Hunter home with you. Conveniently located near the three major concert venues (Hope Estate, Bimbadgen and Roche Estate), wineries, restaurants and Hunter Valley Gardens, Handmade in the Hunter Markets are also held to coincide with concert dates and other major vineyard events. Come along to see, taste, try, buy and marvel for yourself at what the vibrant Hunter Valley artistic and creative community has to offer. See our website for a complete list of market dates or our facebook page for cancellations due to adverse weather.
Reviewed By suzannesX7226TB
Handmade in the Hunter Markets is a true gem of the Hunter Valley. I visit the markets on a regular basis and there is always something different. With just a quick look around you can tell that the items are genuinely handmade - they are indeed unique and nothing short of "artworks". The best part is you can talk to the very artist who created them. My dogs absolutely loved the handmade dog treats. I am also in the fortunate position to be a local tour guide so I can speak not only as a customer myself but as someone who has witnessed the reaction of many people. I choose to include Handmade in the Hunter Markets as a feature item on my tours when we visit Kevin Sobel's wines. As we drive past I often get people asking "Are we going to visit those markets sometime today? They look fascinating." and I always get delighted replies when I confirm that yes the markets are on our itinerary. After our visit the bus often drives around full of interesting chilli plants, sauces, jewellery, candles, hand creams ... you name it! I often have delighted passengers tell me about how they found the perfect gift for the person who has everything or is hard to buy for. I have very strict standards for the venues we visit on our tours and unless my guests receive 5 star service and love the venue we don't go back. The satisfaction of my guests reflects on my tour as well. Handmade in the Hunter Markets is a tour highlight and will be on our tour well into the future as our passengers are delighted with the unique items and the friendly country hospitality shown by the stall holders. Even if you are not on a tour, a visit to this market is well worth your time.
8. Hunter Valley Smelly Cheese Shop
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4.5 based on 50 reviews
Reviewed By peterhD1441QY
Found this place as a matter of necessity as the food at our lodgings was uneditable. We stocked up on prosciutto, salumi, artichokes, eggplant and other antipasto offerings, along with some great cheeses and breads, one being pumpkin bread and a fantastic Nocciola Gelato and headed back to our lodgings, along with a couple of bottles of Cockfighter's Ghost Nebbiolo and pretended we were in Tuscany. The produce on offer is fresh and delicious, just wish they had an outlet in Sydney. Would recommend visiting this place any time you are in the Hunter.
9. Gartlemann Wines
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4.5 based on 5 reviews
Reviewed By _KK_Syd - Sydney, Australia
Some of the best wines in the Hunter Valley.. simply put. I'm a fan of reds normally and most of the Shiraz from the Hunter is harsh and has a very strong earthy taste to it, almost like your licking the ground it came from. Thankfully the wines at Gartlemann are nothing like this, smooth, refined and with great flavours. Their Sparkling Shiraz is one of the best. The team at the cellar door are awesome, Jimmy, Dave, Elliot and the rest of the team looked after us even with the COVID restrictions in place. I'm a member for life after visiting them. Highly recommended.
10. Emma's Cottage Vineyard Cellar Door Gallery
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4.0 based on 20 reviews
Wine, Cellar Door, Art Gallery, and Lovedale Long Lunch. Boutique Cellar Door, Boutique Wines – a small shopping outlet specialising in delicious award winning wines and friendly service. Sip our estate-grown, hand-picked, award-winning wine varieties made by renowned winemakers David Hook, Damien Stevens and James Lusby. Art Gallery - Exhibiting colourful, original art works and pieces created by local artists.
Reviewed By Beather31 - Redhead, Australia
Do yourself a favour and visit the folks at Emma's Cottage Vineyard, you won't be disappointed. The wines are great, the art gallery is fantastic and the cottages are just divine.
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