Capercaillie Wines was established in the Hunter Valley by Alasdair Sutherland in late 1995 on a 20-year-old vineyard. The winery is award-winning, having won over 950 wine show awards since 1996. Their wines are known for generous flavour with fruit sources spread across South Eastern Australia, including 100% Hunter Valley selections.
Capercaillie Wines focuses on Semillon, Verdelho, Gewürztraminer, Chardonnay, Merlot, and more. Signature bottles include Hunter Valley Semillon, The Creel Semillon, Hunter Valley Verdelho, Hunter Valley Merlot, Hunter Valley Gewürztraminer, Hunter Valley Shiraz, The Cuillin Chardonnay, Hilltops Cabernet Sauvignon, Binnorie Dairy. When booking a tasting, ask which current release best represents the estate's style.
No membership required. Capercaillie Wines welcomes all visitors. Reservations may still be recommended, especially on weekends.
Capercaillie Wines is in Lovedale, New South Wales, in the New South Wales wine region. Phone: (02) 4990 2904. Confirm hours before visiting — winery schedules vary seasonally.
Capercaillie Wines was established in 1995, giving the estate 31 years to develop its wine program and farming practices.
The winemaking at Capercaillie Wines is led by Alasdair Sutherland. Visiting during special events or release weekends is often the best chance to meet the winemaking team and ask questions about specific vintages or techniques.
Capercaillie Wines offers: Wine Tasting, Bus Tour Group Tasting and Wine Club. Seated or guided experiences typically include more context about the wines and the estate's approach — worth booking if you want depth over breadth.
Monday: 10:00 AM – 4:30 PM | Tuesday: 10:00 AM – 4:30 PM | Wednesday: 10:00 AM – 4:30 PM | Thursday: 10:00 AM – 4:30 PM | Friday: 10:00 AM – 4:30 PM | Saturday: 10:00 AM – 4:30 PM | Sunday: 10:00 AM – 4:30 PM Hours may vary seasonally — confirm by phone or on their website before visiting.
