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Tinklers Wines

Tinklers Wines

About Tinklers Wines

Tinklers Wines has been family-owned and operated in Pokolbin since 1974. Every wine in the program is made from 100% Hunter Valley grapes. The cellar door sits beneath century-old peppercorn trees and opens 10am to 5pm daily. The portfolio spans School Block Semillon, Lucerne Paddock Verdelho, Poppy's Chardonnay, PMR Merlot, U & I Shiraz, Volcanic Ash, and Usher Gordon Muscat. The U & I Shiraz 2010 vintage won a trophy at the 2011 Hunter Valley Boutique Winemakers Show. The 2005 vintage won the John Lewis Newcastle Herald Trophy at the 2013 Hunter Valley Wine Show.

Beautiful gardensOutdoor seatingScenic viewsWalk-ins OKGood for groupsFocus on whitesFocus on redsCozyLaid-backFamily-runGreat for beginners
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Tasting Experiences

Varietals

SemillonVerdelhoChardonnayMerlotShirazMuscatTraminer

Visiting Tinklers Wines

Tasting fee
Not listed
Reservations
Walk-ins welcome
Tasting room
Open to visitors

From their website, September 6, 2026.

When to visit Tinklers Wines

Monday10:00 AM - 4:30 PM
Tuesday10:00 AM - 4:30 PM
Wednesday10:00 AM - 4:30 PM
Thursday10:00 AM - 4:30 PM
Friday10:00 AM - 5:00 PM
Saturday10:00 AM - 5:00 PM
Sunday10:00 AM - 4:30 PM

Good to know about Tinklers Wines

Yes, Tinklers Wines has a tasting room open to visitors. Walk-ins are welcome, though booking ahead is safest on busy weekends.
Tinklers Wines focuses on Semillon, Verdelho, Chardonnay, Merlot, Shiraz, and more. Signature bottles include School Block Semillon, Lucerne Paddock Verdelho, Poppy's Chardonnay, PMR Merlot, U & I Shiraz, Volcanic Ash, Usher Gordon Muscat. When booking a tasting, ask which current release best represents the estate's style.
Yes, Tinklers Wines has food available alongside tastings. Having food while tasting reduces the effect of alcohol and helps you taste more accurately. Worth taking advantage of when offered.
No membership required. Tinklers Wines welcomes all visitors. Reservations may still be recommended, especially on weekends.
Tinklers Wines is in Pokolbin, New South Wales, in the Hunter Valley wine region. Phone: (02) 4998 7435. Confirm hours before visiting. Winery schedules vary seasonally.
Tinklers Wines was established in 1974, giving the estate 52 years to develop its wine program and farming practices.
Tinklers Wines offers: Wine Tasting and Farm Produce. 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 – 5:00 PM | Saturday: 10:00 AM – 5:00 PM | Sunday: 10:00 AM – 4:30 PM. Hours may vary seasonally. Confirm by phone or on their website before visiting.
Yes, Tinklers Wines has outdoor seating. Availability is weather-dependent. Call ahead to confirm, particularly outside summer months.

Where to find Tinklers Wines

53 Pokolbin Mountains Rd
Pokolbin, New South Wales, Australia

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