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Wine & Food Pairing ExperienceCrisp Whites & Summer Bites
There’s something special about summer in the Hunter Valley — lush vineyards, refreshing wines, and shared tables filled with laughter. At Saddler’s Creek Wines, the season comes alive through Crisp Whites & Summer Bites, a relaxed, guided mini degustation featuring our aromatic white wines and seasonal pairings.
Hosted in the Barrel Room at Saddler’s Creek Wines, this sensory experience showcases how wine is best enjoyed with food — and why some flavours just belong together.
Why We Love Aromatic White Wines
Aromatic white wines are the heart of summer drinking — vibrant, refreshing, and full of character. Known for their expressive aromas and lively flavours, varietals like Fiano, Piquepoul Blanc, Gewürztraminer, and Riesling shine when the days are long and the air is warm.
These wines are beautifully versatile at the table. Their bright acidity and lifted aromatics pair effortlessly with seafood, salads, and lighter holiday fare — the kinds of dishes we naturally gravitate towards in the warmer months.
Whether shared over lunch outdoors or chilled in the glass on a sunny afternoon, aromatic whites capture everything we love about summer: freshness, flavour, and connection.
A Guided Journey Through Aromatic Whites
Enjoy a guided journey through six aromatic white varietals, each thoughtfully paired with a matching mini degustation created by Chef Chiero of Mangia @ Saddler’s. The menu is designed to highlight texture, freshness, and the way different flavours enhance the wines — from bright citrus notes to floral and spicy undertones.
Guests will explore the elegance and variety of Saddler’s Creek whites, from classic Hunter Valley Semillon to emerging alternate varieties like Fiano and Piquepoul Blanc. It’s a relaxed sensory experience, ideal for sharing with family and friends over the holiday season.
Mini Degustation Menu & Pairings
2025 “Single Suitcase Series” Fiano
puffy bread with 24-month Prosciutto di Parma
2025 Winemaker’s Craft Gewürztraminer
ox heart tomato medley salad, stracciatella, grilled peaches, baby basil
2025 Winemaker’s Craft Piquepoul Blanc
scallop, green apple and cucumber brunoise, lime oil
2024 Winemaker’s Craft Riesling
crispy skin Maremma duck breast, braised radicchio, Szechuan pepper infused orange sauce
2022 Reserve Semillon
goat cheese mousse, fig variations, saba, caramelised hazelnut
2023 Reserve Chardonnay
spinach and ricotta ravioletti, 30-month Parmigiano Reggiano foam, crispy sage
Menu designed and prepared by Chef Mattia Secchiero of Mangia @ Saddler’s. Subject to seasonal change.
Experience Highlights
Six aromatic white wines paired with seasonal bites
Guided mini degustation led by a Saddler’s Creek Wines host
Food by Mangia @ Saddler’s, led by Chef Chiero
Plan Your Visit
When: Twice-daily sessions at 11:30 AM and 1:30 PM
November, December, January
Time: 11:30 AM & 1:30 PM
Venue: Barrel Room, Saddler’s Creek Wines
Address: 15 Marrowbone Rd, Pokolbin NSW 2320
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