The Ivanhoe Experience
The genuine, warm Ivanhoe hospitality is evident from the moment you enter the cellar door; this is what keeps people coming back to this enchanted vineyard. When you visit Ivanhoe Wines, you will not only get a wine tasting; you get a complete wine experience. Visitors are invited to come and learn about the Ivanhoe Estate and the winemaking process as Stephen and Tracy Drayton, the owners and operators of the winery, love sharing their passion. Whether you're a seasoned connoisseur or a curious newcomer, we have a Hunter Valley wine tasting experience perfect for you.
The Cellar Door
When it comes to wine cellar doors, Ivanhoe estate’s award-winning cellar door will not disappoint. The estate is a modern-day replica of the Ivanhoe Homestead built in the 1800s. Visitors are welcome to come and sample the Ivanhoe wines while relaxing on the verandah, overlooking one of the most beautiful sights of the Hunter Valley as the sun sets over the Brokenback Range.
What better way to spend a Sunday afternoon than to enjoy delicious cheese and wine, good company and the splendour that the Ivanhoe Estate has to offer?
The Wines
Boasting a wide range of varieties and continued production of new releases, Ivanhoe has a wine for every knight. The vineyards are planted with Shiraz and Semillon, which the Hunter is famous for, as well as other exquisite varieties such as Cabernet Sauvignon, Chardonnay, Verdelho, Chambourcin and Gewurtztraminer.
As most of the Ivanhoe vines are over fifty years old, they are low yielding, but their fruit reveals rich colours, good tannins and intense flavours which are distinctive to the Hunter region. The Ivanhoe Estate invites you to come to their cellar door in the Hunter Valley and sample their wines and experience the exceptional quality for yourself.
Join the Ivanhoe Family
Experience the best that life has to offer – great friends, cheese and wine at one of the finest quality cellar doors in the Hunter Valley with an Ivanhoe Round Table Wine Club Membership.
Find out more here.
Book A Wine Tasting With Us
Ivanhoe Wines specialises in small and personal wine experiences for a maximum of 4 guests (children included) for both Personal Tastings and the Masterclass Experience. Please do not make separate bookings for larger groups for a tasting at the same time, this is an internal policy of Ivanhoe Wines.
Personal Tasting
Every cellar door visitor is invited to participate in a Personal Tasting as part of their Ivanhoe visit. The Personal Tasting includes a ‘how to’ of wine tasting designed to ensure you get the most out of each wine you sample.
$10 p/person (direct bookings)
Max. 4 guests. Bookings essential.
Masterclass Experience
If you have a bit more time on your hands and want to treat yourself, we recommend booking a Masterclass Experience for your visit. This experience includes a Personal Tasting to get you familiar with our wine selection, as well as:
$30 p/person (direct bookings)
Max. 4 guests. Bookings essential.
VIP Members Tasting
One of the exclusive benefits of signing up to be an Ivanhoe Round Table Member. Bring your friends or family and enjoy a complimentary experience with access to Members only wines and Premium Releases in the Members room.
Free for Round Table Members
Max. 6 guests. Bookings essential.
Join the Round Table
Be part of the family with members access, discounts & premium wines.