2026 Hunter Valley Boutique Winemakers Show
Wineshow Important Dates:
Entries open: Monday, 10th August 2026
Entries close: Friday, 11th September 2026
Deliveries to Maitland Showground Office: 6th-8th October between 9am-1:00pm.
Address: 50 Blomfield St, South Maitland, NSW.
Private Judging will take place at Maitland Showground 12-14 October 2026
Public Event: Gala Luncheon & Exhibitor Tastings
Join us for a delightful afternoon with the finest boutique wines of the Hunter Valley. Enjoy a luncheon by Sprout Catering, connect with fellow wine lovers, and be there as we announce the local winners.
When: Friday 30th October 12 noon
Location: Maitland Town Hall, 263 High St, Maitland New South Wales, Australia
Dress: Cocktail
Tickets: On sale soon
Early Bird Ticket Discount: Details coming soon
Any further enquiries please email at office@maitlandshowground.com.au or 4933 5052.
Thanks
Hunter Valley Boutique Winemakers Show Committee
A competition to evaluate wine made from grapes grown in the Hunter Valley by Boutique Winemakers.
2026 Wine Show Details
Our shows have been proudly sponsored by Hunter Bottling Company, Riedel Glassware, The Bloomfield Group, Orora Group, Stelvin & AGTurf Lawn Solutions.
2026 Judging Panel
Panel A
Mark Richardson (Panel Chair)
Brett Woodward
Associates
Nick Kruger
Alistair Tulloch
Panel B
Will Figueira (Panel Chair)
Jade Hafey
Associates
Hugh Spinaze
Valentia Moresco
Stewards
Elliot Metcalfe
Peter Smith
Brooke Omotosho
Laura Carr
Jennifer Bishop
Chair
Judy Mead
Two independently judged trophies will also be awarded – the Karl Stockhausen Trophy for Classic Hunter White and the Ray Healey Trophy for Classic Hunter Red.
We look forward to your participation in this important Hunter event, which will ensure its future success.
Winemakers Exhibitors Information
2026 HV boutique winemaker show – exhibitor information
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