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Pooles Rock
Pokolbin

Pooles Rock

About Pooles Rock

Formerly known as ‘Cockfighter’s Ghost’ – the spacious contemporary re-named Pooles Rock Cellar Door is one of the highlights of a visit to the Hunter Valley. It is located on the historic Post Office Vineyard and is surrounded by the region’s oldest shiraz vines dating back to the 1890’s which makes our Flagship Pooles Rock Shiraz. Meet the vibrant cellar door team who will introduce you to the complete portfolio. Try Cellar Door only wines, including Pooles Rock and Cockfighter’s Ghost Reserve as well as Museum Wines.

Tasting Experiences

Wine Club Membership

Exclusive access to Members Only events held around the country, priority access to limited release and museum release wines, complimentary wine tastings for up to 8 guests, 15% discount on all purchases, and priority access to accommodation on their own vineyards.

Cellar Door Tastings

Open daily from 10am to 5pm at 576 De Beyers Road, Pokolbin NSW 2320. Bookings required for tastings.

Varietals

SemillonShirazChardonnay

Good to know about Pooles Rock

Can you visit Pooles Rock? Is there a tasting room?

Yes, Pooles Rock has a tasting room open to visitors. Visits are by reservation.

What is Pooles Rock known for?

Pooles Rock is known for reservation only, good for groups, has wine club, focus on reds and focus on whites.

What wines does Pooles Rock specialize in?

Pooles Rock focuses on Semillon, Shiraz and Chardonnay. Signature bottles include Single Vineyard Semillon, Single Vineyard Shiraz, Single Vineyard Chardonnay, Premiere Chardonnay, Museum Shiraz, Museum Semillon, Cockfighter's Ghost.

How much is a tasting at Pooles Rock?

A tasting at Pooles Rock costs AU$30 to AU$120 per person.

Do you need a reservation to visit Pooles Rock?

Yes, Pooles Rock requires a reservation for tastings. Book through the winery's reservation link on this page.

Do I need to be a wine club member to visit Pooles Rock?

No, Pooles Rock does not require a wine club membership to visit.

Where is Pooles Rock located?

Pooles Rock is at 576 DeBeyers Road Pokolbin NSW 2320 in Pokolbin, NSW, in the Hunter Valley wine region. Phone: 02 4993 3688.

When was Pooles Rock founded?

Pooles Rock was established in 1988.

What tasting experiences does Pooles Rock offer?

Pooles Rock offers Wine Club Membership and Cellar Door Tastings.

What are Pooles Rock's tasting hours?

We are open daily 10am to 5pm, excluding Christmas Day and Boxing Day.

Does Pooles Rock have outdoor seating?

Yes, Pooles Rock has outdoor seating.

Where to find Pooles Rock

Pooles Rock is at 576 DeBeyers Road Pokolbin NSW 2320, Pokolbin, NSW, Australia, in the Hunter Valley wine region.

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