Sip & Solve: The Wine Detective

$90 Per Person | 90 Minutes

Step into the world of Sip & Solve: The Wine Detective, an immersive fine wine experience that invites you to taste, analyse, and uncover the secrets within the glass.

Your journey begins with a glass of our traditional method sparkling, The Claremont, as you’re introduced to the winery, its stunning vineyard views, and the local wildlife that surrounds it. You’ll then take a seat in our premium, climate-controlled lounge overlooking the Winery, where artisan cheese boards from local premium suppliers await to begin your tasting experience.

Guided by a systematic approach to tasting, you’ll explore six premium wines, breaking down their appearance, aroma, structure, and flavour using interactive tools designed to awaken every sense. Engage with Wine Appearance Boards and the renowned Le Nez du Vin aroma kit, where you’ll train your nose through an interactive exploration of the fragrances that define great wines.

Once you’ve mastered the art of decoding wine, the tables turn — it’s time to put your detective skills to the test in a mystery wine challenge. Working backwards from sight, scent, and palate, you’ll piece together the story behind a hidden wine, linking what’s in the glass to the winemaking process that shaped it!

Begin with a sparkling pour on arrival before settling into our exclusive upstairs lounge. Our expert staff will guide you through six premium wines, paired gourmet cheeses, and an interactive French aroma board to deepen your tasting experience.

Your experience includes:

  • Sparkling wine served on arrival
  • Six premium wines expertly guided by our passionate host
  • Gourmet cheese board paired to the wines (1 cheese board per 2 guests)
  • Interactive French aroma board to explore wine aromas
  • Access to our exclusive, climate controlled upstairs lounge

Featured Wines

2018 Mighty Mouse Shiraz

2018 Mighty Mouse Shiraz

A small but mighty barrel selection with concentrated fruit, finesse, and exceptional balance.
2022 Gamay

2022 Gamay

Light, bright, and vibrant with notes of cherry and spice, offering a refreshing start with delicate complexity.
2024 Saltire Reserve Shiraz

2024 Saltire Reserve Shiraz

Newest red wine in the Saltire Vintage Range, sourced from a small, premium parcel of 100% Hunter Valley fruit.
2024 Pinot Noir

2024 Pinot Noir

Elegant and silky, showcasing a true boutique expression of this classic varietal with layers of red fruit and subtle earthiness.
2021  Wulver Shiraz

2021 Wulver Shiraz

Our flagship Shiraz with bold tannins, dark plum, and black pepper, named for the mythical Scottish wolf-man.
Mystery Red

Mystery Red

Your mission awaits, Wine Detective: can you name this flagship premium wine at your next tasting?

Tasting Locations

We recommend undertaking this tasting experience in our VIP lounge area but guests are welcome to explore and select other areas of the winery listed below

Testimonials

Jonathon

"The sparkling on arrival was a great way to start, and the whole tasting just flowed from there. Sitting upstairs on the comfy sofas, enjoying the fine reds with cheese and that aroma board, it all came together really nicely"

Claire

"The manager Joel did a fantastic job talking us through each wine. The setting, pairings and feel was really lovely, my husband and I will be back to do this again"

Sally

"We loved the mixture of senses, great wine, cheese and the aroma board tied it all together. One of the best tasting experiences I've had in the Hunter"