Ivanhoe Wines

Ivanhoe Wines

Ivanhoe Wines
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10:00 AM - 5:00 PM
Monday
10:00 AM - 5:00 PM
Tuesday
10:00 AM - 5:00 PM
Wednesday
10:00 AM - 5:00 PM
Thursday
10:00 AM - 5:00 PM
Friday
10:00 AM - 5:00 PM
Saturday
10:00 AM - 5:00 PM
Sunday
10:00 AM - 5:00 PM
About
Premium Wines from a boutique Hunter Valley vineyard. Enjoy the exceptional service and stunning views. Owned and operated by Stephen and Tracy Drayton since 1996, the Ivanhoe Estate continues to produce premium Hunter wines and is renowned for its gutsy reds and great whites. A fifth-generation member of the famous winemaking Drayton family, Stephen & Tracy brought the historic Ivanhoe vineyard to life with their own style and passion.
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5.0 of 5 bubbles736 reviews
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Shirley
Australia5 contributions
5.0 of 5 bubbles
Nov 2023 • Friends
I have been visiting Ivanhoe for the last couple of years. I often get a family visit and friends from overseas, Hunter Valley is a good place for tourists, first thing mostly one of our stop for a wine tasting is Ivanhoe.
The staff of Ivanhoe are so friendly and informative specially Jonathan he makes you feel welcome, if you’re not a wine person you end up amazed the way Jonathan entertains.
Written 14 November 2023
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Thank you for your lovely 5-star review! We are so glad you enjoy our family business at Ivanhoe and look forward to seeing you again soon. Warm regards, Lewis Drayton
Written 22 November 2023
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Anita B
1 contribution
5.0 of 5 bubbles
July 2023
Apologies for not remembering the gentleman's name who was of South African origin but he was very engaging, very informative and consequently I had $100 less in my bank account when I drove away. We were lucky that we were able to slot into a tasting session and looking over the Ivanhoe vineyard it was such a lovely way to sample the products. (Not so much me but my 2 daughters).
Written 20 July 2023
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Thank you for 5-star review! Jonathan was the gentleman who hosted your tasting and he is thrilled you enjoyed the experience and the wines. We look forward to seeing you again next time! Warm regards, Lewis Drayton
Written 20 July 2023
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Mariam
Liverpool, Australia2 contributions
5.0 of 5 bubbles
Sept 2023 • Couples
We absolutely loved this place. The views were amazing and the Wine was great. Johnathon looked after us and was absolutely amazing to deal with. We aren’t big wine drinkers and he really took his time to explain things to us and find the best suited wines for us. An amazing place , would definitely recommend and visit again!
Written 22 September 2023
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Thank you for such a wonderful 5-star review! Jonathan is delighted you enjoyed the tasting experience and looks forward to seeing you again soon. Warm regards, Lewis Drayton
Written 23 September 2023
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Allison G
Menai33 contributions
5.0 of 5 bubbles
Aug 2023 • Friends
We had a wine tasting with Kylie on Saturday afternoon and she has to be one of the most engaging, friendly and experienced employees of this vineyard! She took the time to understand our preferences in wine and gave us wines to sample accordingly. We bought a few bottles and when we came back the following day to purchase an aerator, she remembered us and asked how our weekend was going. Such a lovely person and she went above and beyond to make our visit great.
Written 13 August 2023
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Thank you for your wonderful review Allison! Kylie is thrilled you enjoyed your tasting. We look forward to seeing you again soon. Warm regards, Lewis Drayton
Written 14 August 2023
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jillc
Brisbane 20 contributions
2.0 of 5 bubbles
Nov 2024 • Couples
We stopped here on a premium wine tour as our second cellar door and were encouraged by the lovely outlook.
Unfortunately the timing was bad and we had a very new young man who was helpful but completely out of his depth . The person supposed to be supervising him was too busy chatting to a table of friends of the owners and completely ignored us .
All this could be forgiven if the wines were at the same level of other nearby wineries , but they are not.
Written 12 November 2024
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Thank you for providing feedback on your recent experience at our cellar door. We are disappointed to hear that you didn’t experience the usual 5-star hospitality we are known for. It is fair to say that the staff member hosting your tasting is relatively new and still learning the ropes- like anyone in a new job, experience takes time. Regarding our wines, every individual has different tastes and we understand that our wines may not be liked by all. I will discuss your concerns with the team members involved so we can ensure your next visit is more enjoyable. Warm regards, Lewis Drayton
Written 12 November 2024
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Diane C
Wollongong, Australia5 contributions
5.0 of 5 bubbles
Sept 2023 • Family
My sister, a cousin and I enjoyed a private tasting on Thursday. Of the five or six wineries visited during our girls' trip, I give the gold star to Ivanhoe. Our hostess Kylie was great - friendly, knowledgeable, and made us feel very welcome. The Estate is in a beautifully tranquil setting; the metal sculptures are very cleverly done and certainly add interest to the Estate. Thank you Kylie for a lovely afternoon - we will return for sure.
Written 14 October 2023
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Thank you for your lovely 5-star review and kind words about Kylie! We are really lucky to have her as part of the Ivanhoe Team. See you again next time. Warm regards, Lewis Drayton
Written 17 October 2023
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jhanleach
Sydney, Australia3 contributions
1.0 of 5 bubbles
Feb 2023
This was the worst wine tasting experience in my life. The wines were unpalatable and the staff member serving us extremely rude. When I complained about the wine tasting portion he then lessened it for me but not the others with me and this was noted by them all. We had to pay $10 each for the worst wine tasting experience of our lives.
Written 27 February 2023
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Thank you for your review. However it is disappointing to see that you have failed to include a number of details regarding your experience. Your group of 4 visited us on Saturday 25/2/23 at approximately 1130am-12pm. You arrived without a booking and abruptly demanded a tasting from our staff members. Although we were busy, we kindly accommodated your group on the main veranda. Throughout the tasting, one member of your group was abusive, dismissive and extremely demanding of the staff member hosting your tasting. It is also worth noting that you referred to our staff member as "incestuous" when he mentioned his family heritage and connection to the winery. The staff member hosting your tasting advised you that under RSA law, a 30ml pour is standard for wine tastings and we offer a tasting of 6 wines. He actually poured 8 wines for your group with the aim of helping you find a wine you would enjoy. The $10 tasting charge is to cover the rising costs associated with hosting wine tastings and running a small business, including taxes and the wage costs. It is a shame that you felt our service and wines were not up to standard, however given the cruel behaviour of your group, we did the best we could. If you would like to discuss this matter further, please contact me directly- lewis@ivanhoewines.com.au. Warm regards, Lewis Drayton
Written 28 February 2023
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rosie k
7 contributions
5.0 of 5 bubbles
Jan 2022 • Couples
We had a voucher for a wine Masterclass with cheeseboard and I can honestly say it was one of the most interesting, informative and tailored wine tastings we have had for a very long time. As self-confessed wine nerds, your excellent team member Tilly really tailored the tasting to wines we loved as well as challenging us to try some new varietals, with brilliant explanations of pairings. It was particularly special to be able to see each of the vines from our spot on their beautiful deck. The cheeseboard was sensational too and we could not have enjoyed our afternoon more. Again a huge shout out to Tilly for her incredible knowledge and hosting skills. If you’re after a more boutique and personal experience in the Hunter, this is the place for you. We will be back!
Written 30 January 2022
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Thank you for visiting Ivanhoe Wines recently and your 5 star review! Tilly was so pleased that you enjoyed her Masterclass and hospitality. Warm regards, Tracy Drayton
Written 4 February 2022
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Trek4life300
Perth, Australia13 contributions
1.0 of 5 bubbles
Dec 2023 • Family
We were looking forward to a wine tasting here and we were turned away. The man said they closed at 5pm and it was 4:40. He said no more tastings for the day even though it wasn’t busy. Disappointed in customer service, turning away people during business hours. If they didn’t want anyone close your doors at 4:30 pm. Very unwelcoming.
Written 12 December 2023
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Thank you for providing feedback on your recent visit to Ivanhoe Wines. We have taken your feedback onboard and circulated a memo to our team members regarding our closing procedures. It is worth noting however, that our last time slot for tastings is 345pm (this is advertised broadly) and bookings are highly recommended so we can ensure a staff member is available. Additionally, the staff member you spoke with offered you a bar tasting which you declined, as you wanted a full seated tasting 20minutes prior to closing which is simply not possible. This experience takes approximately 1hr and commences at 345pm. Apologies again for not delivering on your expectations. I invite you to visit us again another time with a reservation to avoid disappointment and experience everything we have to offer at Ivanhoe. If you would like to discuss this matter further, please contact me directly via email on lewis@ivanhoewines.com.au. Warm regards, Lewis Drayton
Written 13 December 2023
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Brabsct
East Glastonbury, CT131 contributions
5.0 of 5 bubbles
Oct 2022 • Couples
This was our first stop upon coming to Hunter Valley and we were not disappointed. Jonathan did a fabulous job with our tasting. He spent time understanding what we liked and yet challenged us to try new wines as well. It was amazing. I would highly recommend it.
Written 28 October 2022
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Thank you for your 5-star review! Jonathan is glad you enjoyed your tasting with him and looks forward to seeing you again next time. Warm regards, Lewis Drayton
Written 1 November 2022
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