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.
Yes — Capercaillie Wines has a tasting room open to visitors. Visits are by reservation, so book ahead rather than dropping in.
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.
Capercaillie Wines's tasting fee: $5pp - $20pp. Fees change with the season and the experience booked, so confirm the current price when you reserve.
Yes, Capercaillie Wines offers vineyard tours. Options include: Wine Tasting, Bus Tour Group Tasting and Wine Club. Tour spots fill before standard tasting reservations. Book your tour and tasting together when you reserve.
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 Hunter Valley 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.
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.
