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Drayton`s Family
Pokolbin

Drayton`s Family

About Drayton`s Family

Draytons Wines is the oldest winery in Pokolbin, in the heart of the Hunter Valley. Est. in 1853, we're renowned for fine table and fortified wines, tawnys and liqueurs. Visit our cellar door for tastings or shop online for delivery to your door.

Tasting Experiences

Wine Tasting

Enjoy a unique Hunter Valley tasting experience pairing wines, fortifieds and liqueurs with delicious food from the Café

Darwin's Espresso Café

Open for Coffee, Breakfast & Lunch, Wednesday to Monday 8:30AM - 14:00PM with custom roast beans and fresh breakfast and lunch options

Accommodation

Stay at the Winemakers Cottage or Bellevue House with heritage luxury comfort and stunning vineyard views

Varietals

SemillonChardonnayShirazCabernet Sauvignon

When to visit Drayton`s Family

Monday10:00 AM - 5:00 PM
Tuesday10:00 AM - 5:00 PM
Wednesday10:00 AM - 5:00 PM
Thursday10:00 AM - 5:00 PM
Friday10:00 AM - 5:00 PM
Saturday10:00 AM - 5:00 PM
Sunday10:00 AM - 5:00 PM

Good to know about Drayton`s Family

Can you visit Drayton`s Family? Is there a tasting room?

Yes, Drayton`s Family has a tasting room open to visitors. Visits are by reservation.

What is Drayton`s Family known for?

Drayton`s Family is known for scenic views, reservation only, has wine club, good for groups and rosé.

What wines does Drayton`s Family specialize in?

Drayton`s Family focuses on Semillon, Chardonnay, Shiraz and Cabernet Sauvignon. Signature bottles include Hunter Cuvee, Hunter White, Hunter Dry Semillon, Hunter Blue, Hunter Oak Chardonnay, Belle Rosé, 2024 Reserve Rosé, 2021 Reserve Chardonnay, 2021 Reserve Semillon.

Do you need a reservation to visit Drayton`s Family?

Yes, Drayton`s Family requires a reservation for tastings. Book through the winery's reservation link on this page.

Does Drayton`s Family serve food?

Yes, Drayton`s Family has food available alongside tastings.

Do I need to be a wine club member to visit Drayton`s Family?

No, Drayton`s Family does not require a wine club membership to visit.

Where is Drayton`s Family located?

Drayton`s Family is at 555 Oakey Creek Rd in Pokolbin, New South Wales, in the Hunter Valley wine region. Phone: (02) 4998 7513.

When was Drayton`s Family founded?

Drayton`s Family was established in 1853.

What tasting experiences does Drayton`s Family offer?

Drayton`s Family offers Wine Tasting, Darwin's Espresso Café and Accommodation.

What are Drayton`s Family's tasting hours?

Drayton`s Family is open every day, 10:00 AM to 5:00 PM.

Where to find Drayton`s Family

Drayton`s Family is at 555 Oakey Creek Rd, Pokolbin, New South Wales, Australia, in the Hunter Valley wine region.

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