2026 Hunter Valley Boutique Winemakers Show

Wineshow Important Dates:

Entries have closed for 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: Presentation & Exhibitor Tastings

Join us for a delightful afternoon with the finest boutique wines of the Hunter Valley. Enjoy a cocktail party presentation at Niche On High, connect with fellow wine lovers, and be there as we announce the local winners.

When: Friday, 30th October 4pm – 7pm

Location: Niche on High, 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

Winemakers Show Website:

http://www.hvboutiquewineshow.com.au