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Glasses of premium hunter valley wine celebrating together in Pokolbin

NSW Wine Cellar Door at The Rocks Markets

March 10, 2025Our Events, Our News

Escape to the vineyards without leaving the city! This March 29th and 30th, De Iuliis Wines is thrilled to be part of the NSW Wine Cellar Door experience at The Rocks Markets, bringing the heart of NSW wine country to Sydney's iconic Dawes Point Park. Imagine sampling exceptional wines under the shadow of the Sydney...

A bottle of chardonnay sits paired next to a delicious meal of greek style chicken skewers and homemade flatbread

Estate Chardonnay with Greek Chicken Skewers & Homemade Flatbread

February 28, 2025Chardonnay, Our News, Our Recipes, Our Wines

Greek Style Chicken Skewers & Homemade Flatbread Serves: 4 Prep: 20 mins Cook: 15 minutes Pair: Estate Chardonnay The crisp acidity of a Chardonnay complements the tangy flavors of Greek chicken skewers, creating a delightful and refreshing pairing. A delicious and vibrant dinner pairing for any meal of the week! Ingredients 4 chicken thighs 1 tbsp...

Hunter Valley Winemaker Mike De Iuliis handing semillon grapes on the family vineyard during harvest

95 Points for our 2019 Garden Vineyard Chardonnay

February 24, 2025Chardonnay, Our Achievements, Our News, Our Wines

Our 2019 Garden Vineyard Chardonnay has always been a special wine to us. Borne out of the fantastic 2019 vintage, we don't normally make a single vineyard wine; however, the fruit looked so beautiful that it was bottled and then aged before its release last year. Our patience and persistence have been awarded with a recent...

The Best Hunter Valley Semillons by Roberta Muir

February 19, 2025Our Recipes, Our Wines, Semillon

The Hunter Valley, Australia’s oldest wine region, is synonymous with semillon. This classic French grape was first planted there in the 1830s, and was often called Hunter Valley Riesling or White Burgundy. Global plantings of semillion are small and where it does appear in Europe (mainly Bordeaux) it’s usually blended with other white grapes. So...

Degustation Dinner at Vincent Street Bar and Kitchen

February 19, 2025Our Events

We are super excited to be hosting a wine dinner so close to home at local hot spot, Vincent Street Bar + Kitchen. Join us on Sunday 16th March at 6pm, for a night of fun, fine food and great wine. The menu includes: 1st Course Estate Verdelho Hot smoked salmon with spicy Korean cucumber...

De Iuliis Wine Dinner at The Grand Hotel

February 14, 2025Our Events

Indulge your senses in an exquisite evening of culinary delight at the Grand Hotel. Join us for a spectacular 4-course Wine Dinner, where each course is expertly paired with exceptional De Iuliis wines. Hard to pronounce. Exceptional to drink. Celebrate award-winning Hunter Valley wines made by Mike for everyday enjoyment. “Wine has been a tradition...

Cellar door guests hold at glass of shiraz at the De Iuliis Hunter Valley winery

Beyond Shiraz: Discovering De Iuliis’ Hidden Gems Sangiovese & Montepulciano

February 12, 2025Around the Vineyard, Our Wines

The Hunter Valley is renowned for its exceptional Shiraz, but beyond this flagship variety lies a treasure trove of exciting, alternative wines just waiting to be discovered. At De Iuliis Wines, we are synonymous with quality and innovation, is leading the charge in exploring these "hidden gems," crafting stunning examples of Italian varietals like Sangiovese...

Lovedale Road Vineyard Shiraz poured alongside the perfect meal of smoked short ribs

LDR Vineyard Shiraz & Smoked Short Ribs

February 10, 2025Our Recipes, Shiraz, Shiraz

Smoked Short Ribs, Creamed Corn Puree & Zhoug Sauce Serves: 6 Prep: 20 mins Cook: 4-6 hours Pair: Lovedale Road Vineyard Shiraz Indulge in a hearty and flavorful pairing: Lovedale Road Vineyard Shiraz with a fall-off-the-bone Smoked Short Ribs recipe. This decadent dish is perfect for a cozy autumn dinner party or a special weekend meal....

Gravlax with 2024 Steven Vineyard Pecorino

February 10, 2025Our Recipes, Pecorino

Our friend Roberta Muir from Be Inspired Food-Wine-Travel recently paired our 2024 Steven Vineyard Pecorino with her beautiful Gravlax dish. Want some amazing recipe inspiration? Her website is brimming with great eats, foodie trips and so much more! ‘Gravad-lax’ means ‘buried salmon’ and refers to the ancient practice of wrapping salted fish in bark and burying it...

The Perfect Match: Wine and Chocolate Tasting at De Iuliis Wines This Valentine’s Day

February 10, 2025Our Cellar Door, Our Events, Our News

Valentine's Day is just around the corner, and what better way to celebrate with your loved one than with a sensory experience that tantalizes the taste buds? This year, De Iuliis Wines is offering a unique and indulgent wine and chocolate tasting experience that's sure to impress. A Harmonious Blend of Flavours We all know...

Bunches of handpicked Hunter Valley white grapes at sunrise.

Hand-Picked vs. Mechanically Harvested Grapes

January 22, 2025Around the Vineyard, Our Vineyard, Our Wines

At De Iuliis Wines, we are committed to producing high-quality wines that reflect the unique terroir of the Hunter Valley. One of the many decisions we make each vintage is whether to hand-pick or mechanically harvest our grapes. Both methods have their own benefits and limitations, and the best choice depends on a number of...

Our 2025 Vintage Tee Unveiled

January 17, 2025Our Cellar Door, Our News

Tough times call for tough wines… and even tougher tees! Our 2025 vintage tee, designed by the brilliant Blair Sayer, imagines a post-apocalyptic future where De Iuliis wine isn’t just a beverage—it’s the ultimate currency. Forget gold or bitcoin; in this brave new world, a well-aged Shiraz is worth its weight in survival essentials. Picture...