With local winemakers exploring new – and old – varieties, styles and techniques, the Hunter Valley, like its famed Semillon, is only getting better with age.
Facilitator guide
This detailed guide is packed with information, case studies and images. It can be used either to support the powerpoint presentation or as a stand-alone learning resource.

Contents
- History
- Geography
- Climate and soil
- Viticulture
- Winemaking
- Notable varieties including characteristics and flavour profiles (Semillon, Chardonnay, Shiraz)
- Statistics
Presentation
A highly-visual presentation to convey key points and bring your tasting to life, as well as a printable handout of presentation slides with space for notes.

Videos
Video material is available to download for this topic.
For larger video formats, please contact discovered@wineaustralia.com.

Hunter Valley Loop video
Designed to be played in the background as you welcome people or during a break.
Length: 01:56 min
Download (5MB)
Hunter Valley Semillon
Provides topical insights from Australian winemakers, experts, and others.
Length: 3:19 min
Download (106MB)Resources
Complementary attendance certificates and editable tasting lists, sheets, and mats for use at tastings.
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