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First Creek
Pokolbin

First Creek

About First Creek

Liz Silkman is the winemaker at First Creek, a family-owned winery in Pokolbin. Four times Hunter Valley Winemaker of the Year and Halliday Wine Companion Winemaker of the Year 2025, she works across Merlot, Semillon, Shiraz, Fiano, Chardonnay, and Vermentino. Recent wins include the Classic Hunter Valley Rosé 2025 as Best NSW Rosé, the Single Vineyard Oakey Creek Semillon 2017 as 2026 Semillon of the Year at Halliday and Best Semillon at Sydney Royal Wine Show, and the Limited Release Hunter Valley Vermentino 2025 taking Best Other White Varietal at Sydney Royal and NSW Wine's Best Other Single Variety White.

$ · Under $25Has wine clubRoséFocus on whitesFocus on redsFamily-runFor serious wine lovers

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Varietals

MerlotSemillonShirazFianoChardonnayVermentino

When to visit First Creek

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 First Creek

Can you visit First Creek? Is there a tasting room?

Yes, First Creek has a tasting room open to visitors (from their website, September 5, 2026).

What is First Creek known for?

First Creek is known for has wine club, rosé, focus on whites, focus on reds and family-run.

What wines does First Creek specialize in?

First Creek focuses on Merlot, Semillon, Shiraz, Fiano and Chardonnay, and more. Signature bottles include Classic Hunter Valley Rosé 2025, Single Vineyard Oakey Creek Semillon 2017, Classic Hunter Valley Shiraz 2022, Limited Release Hunter Valley Fiano 2025, Winemaker's Reserve Chardonnay 2023, Winemaker's Reserve Shiraz 2023, Classic Hunter Valley Semillon 2025, Limited Release Hunter Valley Vermentino 2025.

How much is a tasting at First Creek?

A tasting at First Creek costs AU$10 to AU$65 per person (from their website, September 5, 2026). Classic Tasting $10 · Flex Tasting $20 · Wine and Cheese Pairing $25 · Member for a Day $40 · +2 more (AUD).

Does First Creek serve food?

Yes, First Creek has food available alongside tastings.

Is First Creek dog-friendly?

Yes, First Creek welcomes dogs.

Where is First Creek located?

First Creek is at 600 McDonalds Rd in Pokolbin, New South Wales, in the Hunter Valley wine region. Phone: (02) 4998 7293.

Who makes the wine at First Creek?

The winemaking at First Creek is led by Liz Silkman.

What tasting experiences does First Creek offer?

First Creek offers Book a Tasting.

What are First Creek's tasting hours?

First Creek is open every day, 10:00 AM to 5:00 PM.

Does First Creek have outdoor seating?

Yes, First Creek has outdoor seating.

Where to find First Creek

First Creek is at 600 McDonalds Rd, Pokolbin, New South Wales, Australia, in the Hunter Valley wine region.

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