Wine, Beer & Spirits Companion | Issue 8, April 2024

YOUR WINE, BEER & SPIRITS COMPANION

WELCOME!

How the time has flown! 2024 is off to a flying start with a myriad of plans taking shape. I’d like to thank you all for your continued support and share some of the exciting developments that we have in store.

To celebrate our 10th anniversary of Hope Brewery, our brewers have been working on some special seasonal releases that will be unveiled throughout the year. In vineyard news, we harvested our 2024 vintage in late January through to early February and we think it may be one of our best seasons yet.

Our pop-up, Hope Estate at The Landing, has now wrapped up as we begin renovations in preparation for the opening of Nioka Steakhouse in Newcastle in late 2024. Our award-winning Group Executive Chef, Anthony Fullerton, is excited to showcase his dry-ageing practice and bring a unique and refined dining experience to our patrons.

The much-anticipated Hope at Honeysuckle is also on track to open at the end of this year and we are looking forward to bringing our Cellar Door experience into the heart of the city.

We opened the Hunter Valley’s first-ever dedicated whiskey tasting distillery just before Christmas last year, and it has been encouraging to receive so much support and positive feedback from our patrons. Thanks to the overwhelming excitement and demand, we have extended our trading to 11am – 5pm, seven days a week at Tower Whiskey Distillery. Club members can enjoy their club discounts on whiskey, and all Tower Lodge guests receive a complimentary whiskey tasting during their stay.

At Tower Lodge, our team is putting together a not-to-be-missed programme of indulgent weekend events as well as daily masterclasses across wine, beer, spirits and beef.

With so many wonderful things on the horizon, I am thrilled to continue sharing this journey with you and I hope you enjoy your club pack. We hope to see you at one of our venues or events soon and wish you all the best for the cooler months ahead.

Until next time!

Cheers

Michael Hope

“Where there’s wine, beer and spirits, there’s Hope”

TOWER WHISKEY DISTILLERY OPENS IN THE HUNTER VALLEY

Tower Whiskey Distillery opened its doors in early December 2023, celebrated as the first whiskey tasting distillery in the New South Wales Hunter Valley.

A short stroll alongside the Shiraz vineyards from the luxurious Tower Lodge, Tower Whiskey Distillery is the latest addition to the dining, wine, craft beer and high-end accommodation offering owned and operated by the Hope family.

Due to overwhelming popular demand, Tower Whiskey Distillery is excited to announce they will now be open 7 days, 11am – 5pm. The extended hours are a testament to the incredible support from dedicated patrons, and the team are beyond excited to provide extra days of indulgence for both seasoned connoisseurs and those eager to explore the nuanced flavours of their first four single cask, single malt whiskeys.

The Tower range of four whiskeys is distilled, aged and bottled onsite at the distillery. Included in the initial release are No. B1 Bourbon Barrel American Oak, No. 7 Malbec French Oak, No. 3 Shiraz American Oak, and No. 9 Fortified French Oak.

A Whiskey Flight tasting experience is available to book now for $40 per person for advance bookings ($45 for walk-ins, pending availability), and the first four single cask, single malt whiskeys are also available for purchase.

Michael Hope (centre) with sons Jonno Hope (left), and Sam Hope (right)

Guests at Tower Lodge can enjoy a complimentary Whiskey Flight tasting experience included as part of their stay (booking in advance required) and can soon look forward to guided distillery tours for a behind-the-scenes insight to the process of whiskey distilling, as well as private whiskey tastings.

Michael Hope said the Tower Whiskey Distillery was an opportunity to bring a unique taste of the Hunter Valley to site-distilled, small batch whiskeys that neatly tied together all aspects of the multifaceted hospitality business.

“To make whiskey wash (the base of whiskey) we use the Hope Estate Brewery, and the spent grain is then used to feed our Angus cattle that we are breeding here onsite. We also need used wine casks to age our whiskey, which is something we have plenty of, so I have used a combination of casks to age the whiskey,” Mr Hope said.

“So to me, bringing whiskey distilling onboard ties the whole business together in a very ecologically sustainable way; it’s an essential piece of the puzzle,” he said.

“We are lucky to have access to many types of casks here at Hope Estate; fortified casks, casks that have held Shiraz, Malbec and Cabernet, French oak, American oak, tight grain, medium grain, heavily and lightly charred, and different ages. It allows us to create some pleasing combinations and we’re thrilled with the variations in the end product.”

Tower Whiskey Distillery is open 7 days from 11am – 5pm. For bookings and more information visit www.towerwhiskeydistillery.com.au or call (02) 4998 4862

TOWER WHISKEY

No.B1 Bourbon Barrel American Oak 42%

Aged in: twenty year-old single fill Beam small batch collection Bourbon Barrel 200L.

Finished in: first use Demptos Missouri White Oak, tight grain, toasted and charred Barrique 225L.

No.7 Malbec French Oak 42%

Aged in: six year-old Malbec François Fréres French Oak, medium toast Barrique 225L.

Finished in: first use François Fréres French Oak, very tight grain, medium long toast Barrique 225L.

No.3 Shiraz American Oak 42%

Aged in: ten year-old Shiraz Vicard American Oak, medium toast, Hogshead 300L.

Finished in: first use Demptos Napa Valley American Oak, medium toast Barrique 225L.

No.9 Fortified French Oak 42%

Aged in: ten year-old Vicard V12 French Oak, medium toast long, Hogshead 300L.

Finished in: last use 1995 Fortified Virgin Hills François Fréres French Oak Barrique 225L.

POKOLBIN SINGLE BARRELS

SINGLE MALT MOONSHINE 40%

Our Single Malt Moonshine is our early release Whiskey (without two full years in oak), produced from 100% malted barley, double distilled in our pot still. Rose gold in colour, this moonshine is already displaying floral, french oak characteristics.

SPICED CANE CUTTER MOONSHINE 40%

Our Spiced Cane Cutter Moonshine is our early release Rum (without two full years in oak), produced from 100% Australian sugar cane molasses, double distilled in our pot still. Deep gold in colour, this moonshine is already showing classic Caribbean spice characteristics and sweet American oak aromatics.

BARREL AGED SHIRAZ GIN 42%

Hope Distillery Shiraz Gin is a distinctive hybrid gin. A unique blend of uncut distillery strength 68% Gin and 10 year old Shiraz that have spent 12 months in barrel to produce this hybrid style. With an unmistakable juniper fragrance, French oak barrels develop the Shiraz Gin into something magical and exotic. A gin of unique colour, depth and elegance.

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BARREL AGED ULTRA CUT GIN 68%

Hope Distillery Ultra Cut Gin is about as rare, wild and dangerous as gin can get. Only one batch of our Pokolbin Dry Gin was selected in 2020 to remain at the uncut distillery strength of 68% and spend 18 months in barrel. Featuring all of the fragrant layers of our Pokolbin Dry with juniper, coriander, angelica root, fennel, cardamom, pepper, lime and grapefruit, plus time spent ageing in French oak barrels develops the gin into something magical and exotic. A gin of unique colour, depth and elegance.

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POKOLBIN ARTISINAL RANGE

POKOLBIN DRY GIN

Alc 42%

Our Pokolbin Dry Gin is made in the classic London Dry style packed full of juniper and citrus. It is infused with premium botanicals of coriander, angelica root, fennel, cardamom and pepper, with the addition of fresh lime and grapefruit.

PINK GRAPEFRUIT GIN 40%

Our Pink Grapefruit Gin is a classic Pink Gin style packed full of juniper and fresh pink grapefruit. It is infused with premium botanicals of rose petals, coriander, orris root, pink pepper, lavender, with the addition of fresh lemon.

SPICED GIN 42%

Our Spiced Gin is still a juniper forward style but with a Christmas spice twist. It is infused with premium botanicals of coriander, anise, fennel, cardamom, cloves and cinnamon, with the addition of fresh orange and kaffir lime leaves.

POKOLBIN ARTISINAL RANGE

HOPPED GIN 45%

Our Hopped Gin is packed with juniper and hop flowers. It is infused with premium botanicals of pink pepper, malted barley, orris root, lemon myrtle, elderflower, salt bush, rosemary and finger limes.

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TAHITIAN LIME GIN 40%

Our Tahitian Lime Gin is a flavourful twist on our gin selection with the infusion of fresh Tahitian lime in the basket with premium botanicals. Its signature tartness brightens the infusion to create the perfect zing to any cocktail.

PINEAPPLE GIN 40%

Our Pineapple Gin is a flavourful twist on our gin selection with the infusion of fresh pineapple in the basket with premium botanicals. Tropical and citrus flavours create the perfect base to any fruity cocktail.

WHITE PEACH GIN 40%

Our White Peach Gin is a flavourful twist on our gin selection with the infusion of fresh white peaches in the basket with premium botanicals. White peach flavours beautifully complement the dry gin style making it a perfect choice for any cocktail.

ARTISINAL NAKED RANGE

In celebration of the first Hunter Valley Gin & Jazz Festival in 2021, Hope Distillery produced an experimental range of trial batches called Naked Gin. What is Naked Gin? We have used a single botanical (with juniper of course) in each gin to show off its characteristics and flavours. The series is made up of six gins featuring single fruit, spice & plant botanicals.

JUNIPER NAKED GIN 40%

The Juniper Berry is the foundation of all Gin. Soil, climate, and minerals all impact the juniper’s flavour, which explains why even similarly distilled gins can taste remarkably different – gin in its purest form.

ORANGE PEEL NAKED GIN 40%

Orange peel adds a vibrant and citrus aroma, and showcases the zesty orange and sweet flavours.

BARREL AGED MALBEC NAKED GIN 40%

Aniseed, liquorice and berry aromas are derived from the Malbec grape, creating a moreish and complex Gin.

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ELDERFLOWER NAKED GIN 40%

Elderflower adds a clean, spring-like sweetness to gin. It is a combination of vanilla, jasmine and pear, and completely unlike any other flavour out there.

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HOPE GIN GIFT PACKS

MIXED GIN 3PK 3 x 200ml

Whether you can’t decide on your favourite, or are looking for the perfect gift, our Mixed Gin 3 Packs are for you! Featuring 3 x 200ml bottles of Hope Distillery Gin. Mix it your way!

Choose the combination you would like for your Mixed Gin 3 Pack from the choices below:

Elderflower Gin

Pink Grapefruit Gin

Tahitian Lime Gin

Pokolbin Dry Gin

HOPE DISTILLERY GIN IS CREATED USING BEST QUALITY BOTANICALS

HOPE DISTILLERY VODKA

POT STILL VODKA

Alc 40%

Our Pot Still Vodka is handcrafted and triple distilled in our copper pot still giving it a soft, smooth, clean and crisp finish. Serve neat or enjoy with your favourite mixer.

LEMON MYRTLE VODKA 40%

Our Lemon Myrtle Vodka is a botanical style vodka infused with the premium botanical lemon myrtle, still smooth and crisp. Serve neat or enjoy with your favourite mixer.

GRAPEFRUIT VODKA 40%

Our Grapefruit Vodka is a botanical style vodka infused with fresh grapefruit, still smooth and crisp. Serve neat or enjoy with your favourite mixer.

LIQUEURS & SCHNAPPS

Our first release of Hope Distillery Liqueurs and Schnapps is here! Introducing Peach Schnapps, Orange Liqueur, Coconut Liqueur and Butterscotch Schnapps. Our range of Liqueurs and Schnapps are made for sipping neat over ice, or as an ingredient in your favourite cocktail.

PEACH SCHNAPPS 20%

A dessert-style Schnapps using Hunter Valley unaged grape spirit. Our Peach Schnapps is thick and sweet, and packed full of stonefruit and peach flavours.

ORANGE LIQUEUR 20%

A cocktail liqueur using Hunter Valley unaged grape spirit. Our Frenchinspired Orange Liqueur is smooth and packed full of citrus and orange peel flavours.

COCONUT LIQUEUR 20%

A cocktail liqueur using our Spiced Cane Cutter Moonshine. Our Caribbean-inspired Coconut Liqueur is smooth and packed full of vanilla and coconut flavours.

BUTTERSCOTCH SCHNAPPS 20%

A dessert-style Schnapps using Hunter Valley unaged grape spirit. Our Butterscotch Schnapps is thick and sweet, and packed full of caramel and butterscotch flavours.

HOPE ESTATE RANGE

Pinot Chardonnay NV

Pinot and Chardonnay combine well as a sparkling wine, showing a fresh, delicate floral and citrus bouquet. With a traditional creamy texture and generous fruit flavour, this sparkling wine is a real crowd pleaser and a wine for all occasions!

Alc 12.0% · pH 3.08 · TA 5.9

Cellaring: Serve chilled and enjoy now.

Food Marriage: Creamy cheeses, seafood, pasta or risotto with creamy sauces.

LAST STOCKS

2020 ‘Opening Act’ Semillon Verdelho

Hunter Valley, NSW

This intriguing blend of two renowned Hunter varieties is delicate, fruity, refreshing, and gently sweet. Beautiful citrus aromas with sweet tropical notes. A wine drinker’s fruit salad with alcohol! Serve lightly chilled and enjoy the show!

Alc 12.0% · pH 3.42 · TA 6.5

Cellaring: Drink now or cellar for up to 4 years.

Food Marriage: Spicy Asian cuisines.

Moscato

NV

Deliciously refreshing and naturally fruit-sweet, this crystal white Moscato has a delicate aroma of freshly crushed grapes and rose petals. It’s perfectly balanced spritz and sweetness makes it the ideal party partner. Serve chilled and enjoy now.

Alc 8.0% · pH 3.40 · TA 6.6

Cellaring: Serve chilled and enjoy now.

Food Marriage: Finger food and grazing tables.

2021 Sauvignon Blanc Australia

This classic Australian Sauvignon Blanc is bursting with tropical aromas and a fresh passionfruit palate, balanced with a crisp zing that ‘Savvy B’ drinkers will love. Truly a stunner!

Alc 11.5% · pH 3.30 · TA 7.1

Cellaring: Drink now or cellar for 3 years.

Food Marriage: Fresh seafood, delicate Asian food and lean chicken dishes.

$16.50

HOPE ESTATE RANGE

2018 Semillon

Hunter Valley, NSW

This single vineyard Semillon is grown on the Wollombi Brook vineyard adjacent to one of the tributaries of the Hunter River. The Hunter is world famous for Semillon that is clean and crisp, with citrus and mineral characters showing through. Tasting this you can see why the Hunter is famous for Semillon. The classic citrus lime character is evident

Alc 12.0% · pH 3.25 · TA 6.1

Cellaring: Drink now or cellar for 6 to 10+ years.

Food Marriage: Seafood and light chicken dishes.

2020 Verdelho

Hunter Valley, NSW

This single vineyard Verdelho is grown on the Basalt Block which consists of rich volcanic soil as the underlying basalt rock has broken down. This mineral rich soil produces concentrated, low yielding grapes and makes the perfect condition for the Verdelho fruit to thrive. This Verdelho is bright, fresh and vibrant. A perfect balance of its delicate floral and ripe tropical fruit characters.

Alc 12.0% · pH 3.51 · TA 6.2

Cellaring: Drink now or cellar for up to 6 years.

Food Marriage: Shellfish and spicy Asian dishes.

2021 Chardonnay

Hunter Valley, NSW

This single vineyard Chardonnay is grown on the Mountain Wash vineyard which lies directly under the Wollemi Range. Over millions of years, nutrients from the mountain’s vegetation have been washed into the soil where our vineyards now stand. This makes perfect conditions for our Chardonnay to thrive in the warm, dry climate of the Hunter Valley. White gold in colour, this Chardonnay is perfectly balanced between delicate peach, pear and ripe citrus fruit characters with subtle integrated oak.

Alc 12.5% · pH 3.76 · TA 5.1

Cellaring: Drink now or cellar for 6+ years.

Food Marriage: Chicken, pasta and veal dishes.

2017 ‘The Ripper’ Shiraz

Western

Australia

Our West Australian fruit is trucked across the country for over three days before we start fermentation. This extended cold maceration produces dense colour and flavour with a fine tannin structure. The cool hills of Donnybrook gives us amazing elegance while retaining the classic spicy shiraz characters. Vibrant colour and tannin structure exhibiting the classic Aussie Shiraz plum and spice characters, and perfect balance of oak and acidity. There is a deep elegance to the wine from the Western Australian climate. Truly a Ripper!

Alc 14.5% · pH 3.65 · TA 5.8

Cellaring: Drink now or leave to develop for 8+ years.

Food Marriage: Juicy lamb dish, rich beef or duck.

2019 ‘The Cracker’ Cabernet Merlot

Western

Australia

Our West Australian fruit is trucked across the country for over three days before we start fermentation. This extended cold maceration produces dense colour and flavour with a fine tannin structure. The cool hills of Donnybrook gives us amazing elegance while retaining powerful flavours. Upfront sweet blackberry and currants explode to fill the palate. A fullbodied mouth-feel is supported by ripe tannins, vanillin oak, fruit and a sweetness that melds into the wine. Truly a Cracker!

Alc 14.0% · pH 3.64 · TA 6.4

Cellaring: Drink now or leave to develop for 8+ years.

Food Marriage: Juicy lamb dish, rich beef or duck.

Donnybrook Vineyard in WA

HOPE ESTATE RANGE

2019 Merlot

Australia

Traditional wine making techniques and new and old oak has created a medium bodied Australian Merlot showing great depth of cherry and plum flavours, with velvety tannins and a soft lingering finish.

Alc 14% · pH 3.72 · TA 5.3

Food Marriage: Medium flavoured beef dishes, white meats and spicy vegetarian. Cellaring: Drink now or cellar for 5+ years.

2019 Shiraz

Australia

Traditional wine making techniques and new and old oak has created a medium bodied Australian Shiraz bursting with plummy fruit flavours and a silky sophisticated palate with soft lush tannins and a dry finish.

Alc 14.0% · pH 3.67 · TA 6.2

Cellaring: Drink now or cellar for up to 12+ years.

Food Marriage: Steak or rich lamb dishes and cheeses.

2021 Rosé Hunter Valley, NSW

This Rosé is bright, fresh and fruit driven. Lightly sweet with ripe berry flavours of strawberries and raspberries. Serve chilled on a hot day. Ideal summer drinking!

Alc 13.0% · pH 3.45 · TA 6.2

Cellaring: Drink now or enjoy over the next 2 to 3 years.

Food Marriage: Antipasto, rare char-grilled lamb cutlets and pizza with olives.

RRP

$22

$16.50

SILVER CLUB $19.80

SIGNATURE SERIES

2021 Signature

Riesling

Macedon Ranges, VIC

White gold in colour, this crisp, ultra cool climate Riesling was cold fermented in stainless steel maximising its fresh lively aromas of white nectarine and vibrant flavours of citrus fruits.

Alc 12.8% · pH 3.35 · TA 10.8

Cellaring: Drink now cellar for 8+ years.

Food Marriage: Roti with Chana Dahl, Crostini with your favourite toppings, and the simple indulgence of fresh prawns.

2015 Signature Semillon

Hunter Valley, NSW

Great example of classic Hunter Valley Semillon. Refreshing lime and herbaceous flavours with underlying toasty honey characters starting to develop. Still aging very well with many years to come.

Alc 11.5% · pH 3.11 · TA 8.0

Cellaring: Drink now or cellar for 6 to 10+ years.

Food Marriage: Seafood, cheese, light chicken dishes.

2017 Signature

Hunter Valley, NSW

This single vineyard Chardonnay is from our Mountain Wash block in Broke, Hunter Valley. A complex, balanced wine that is ageing very well, white gold in colour with aromas of vanilla and tropical fruits, the palate is packed with ripe stonefruit and a lingering oaky finish from barrel fermenting and ageing in new French oak hogsheads.

Alc 12.5% · pH 3.62 · TA 5.5

Cellaring: Drink now or cellar for 10+ years.

Food Marriage: Chicken, seafood, creamy pasta dishes.

2021 Signature Pinot Noir

Hunter Valley, NSW

Dark crimson in colour, this youthful Pinot Noir has delicate yet warm flavours of dark berries and spice with subtle earthy aromas. The palate is supported by fine tannins and a balanced acidity with beautifully integrated oak flavour.

Alc 13.0% · pH 3.98 · TA 5.9

Cellaring: Drink now cellar for 5+ years.

Food Marriage: Duck

pancakes, vegetable dumplings, Asian greens

SIGNATURE SERIES

2017 Signature Shiraz Hunter Valley, NSW

This wine is simply a combination of intense berry fruit, velvety tannins, a balanced acidity and light toasty oak from French and American barrel maturation and an overall flavour that lingers.

Alc 13.5% · pH 3.69 · TA 6.5

Cellaring: Drink now or cellar for 10+ years.

Food Marriage: Italian, beef and veal dishes.

2008 Signature Sparkling Shiraz

Our first endeavour into this iconic style and we are sure you will love it. Packed with red and black fruit, dark chocolate and slightly spicy flavours, it’s a great example of sparkling red and of Hunter Shiraz, all in one.

Alc 13.5% · pH 3.49 · TA 6.3

Cellaring: Enjoy now.

Food Marriage: Duck, Turkey, Christmas feasts.

2015 Signature Malbec

Macedon Ranges, VIC

Our 2015 Malbec is a great example of the style from our “cool climate” Victorian vineyard. Fruity, spicy and savoury flavours, with a great balance of acidity and oak. This wine is complex and satisfying.

Alc 13.5% · pH 3.62 · TA 5.5

Cellaring: Drink now or cellar for 7+ years.

Food Marriage: Red meat dishes and pizza.

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2014 Signature Merlot Hunter Valley, NSW

This is a full bodied, richer style of Merlot. A drier year produced more concentrated plummy Merlot fruit characters and tannins, aided by the maturation of the wine in older French oak hogsheads. An elegant Merlot yet with some serious weight!

Alc 13.0% · pH 3.39 · TA 6.4

Cellaring: Drink now cellar for 8+ years.

Food Marriage: Antipasto, roast lamb, veal, turkey and Italian dishes.

TOWER ESTATE RANGE

2021 Clare Valley Riesling

Clare Valley, SA

A generous growing season has provided this Riesling with delicate floral and vibrant lime and stoney aromas. This wine has an elegant and silky palate with intense lime flavours and a clean crisp finish.

Alc 12.0% · pH 3.27 · TA 6.8

Cellaring: Drink now or cellar for up to 8 years.

Food Marriage: Salt and pepper squid, Asian cuisine, seared scallops and oysters.

2015 Hunter Valley Semillon

Hunter Valley, NSW

An elegant maturing Semillon with pleasant lavender and honey aromas and a crisp citrus palate with toasty notes starting to develop. A great example of the renowned Hunter Valley Semillon.

Alc 11.0% · pH 3.0 · TA 7.4

Cellaring: Drink now or cellar for up to 10 years.

Food Marriage: Oysters, fresh crab, pasta primavera with spring vegetables.

2019 Hunter Valley Chardonnay

Hunter Valley, NSW

White gold in colour, this younger Chardonnay has upfront white peach flavours and seamlessly transitions to an elegant French oak finish.

Alc 13.0% · pH 3.5 · TA 5.8

Cellaring: Drink now or develop for 8 to 10 years.

Food Marriage: Pasta dishes, shellfish and soft cheeses.

2021 Adelaide Hills Chardonnay

Adelaide Hills, SA

White Gold with green highlights and aromas of stone fruit and fresh white flowers. This Chardonnay has flavours of stone fruit and nectarine to complement the natural freshness of it’s acidity, supporting the texture, balance and mouthfeel of the palate.

Alc 12.8% · pH 3.3 · TA 6.3

Cellaring: Drink now or develop for 8 to 10 years.

Food Marriage: Fine rich fish, grilled veal chops, late Summer vegetables such as corn, red peppers and pumpkin.

TOWER ESTATE RANGE

2018 Macedon Ranges

Malbec

Macedon Ranges, VIC

T he Malbec grape thrives in the ultra cool conditions at 680 metres altitude near Kyneton in the Macedon Ranges. This new world Malbec has exotic, floral and spicy aromas and a savoury palate with red plum fruit and a smoky silky finish.

Alc 12.5% · pH 3.68 · TA 5.8

Cellaring: Drink now or cellar up to 10 years.

Food Marriage: Hard cheeses, pizza and grilled vegetables.

2017 Hunter Valley Shiraz

Hunter Valley, NSW

A tightly structured elegant palate with a stylish tannic finish. Subtle smoky and cherry aromas are enhanced by flavours of cherries and black plum with cedary notes. Extended time in the cellar will reveal the development of earthy, savoury characters.

Alc 13.5% · pH 3.63 · TA 6.4

Cellaring: Drink in 2 years or cellar carefully for 15 years.

Food Marriage: Antipasto and succulent meats.

2017 Barossa Valley Shiraz

Barossa Valley, SA

Upfront sweet plum fruits with notes of lush vanilla lead the palate, balancing with the velvety soft tannins and an attractive spicy finish. Aromas of blackcurrant, spice and pepper meld together in harmony with the rich yet supple characters of this Shiraz.

Alc 13.0% · pH 3.51 · TA 5.7

Cellaring: Drink now or carefully cellar for 10 years.

Food Marriage: Succulent meats, char-grilled vegetable paella and hard cheeses.

2016 Coonawarra Cabernet Sauvignon

Coonawarra, SA

T he Coonawarra’s famed Terra Rossa soil has provided us with a big, rich Cabernet showing red currants, vanilla, dark chocolate and cassis characters leading to a cedary finish lengthened by time in French oak barriques.

Alc 13.5% · pH 3.65 · TA 6.11

Cellaring: Drink now, or cellar for up to 10 or 12 years.

Food Marriage: Antipasto, rare char-grilled lamb cutlets, pizza and olives.

2020 Macedon Ranges Pinot Noir

Macedon Ranges, VIC

Exotic dark plums and cherries lead the nose of this cool climate wine with an elegant palate driven by plum characters and hints of spice. The acidity is exceptionally well balanced with the velvety soft tannins from ageing in French oak for 18 months.

Alc 13.0% · pH 3.24 · TA 5.9

Cellaring: Drink now or cellar for 5+ years.

Food Marriage: Asian greens, pan fried pork dumplings

2014 Reserve Hunter Shiraz

Hunter Valley, NSW

Crafted from one of the most renowned vintages the Hunter Valley has ever seen, this Shiraz is stylish and elegant with aromas of black cherries and leather. The palate is savoury with subtle plum and earthy characters, it will continue to develop into something extraordinary.

Alc 13.4% · pH 3.62 · TA 5.7

Cellaring: Drink now or cellar for up to 25 years.

Food Marriage : Antipasto, lamb dishes, teriyaki salmon

Tower Estate Moscato

NV

Modelled on the famous Moscato d ‘ Asti wines from Italy’s Piedmont region, the crisp acidity and natural juicy sweetness is enhanced by the delicate fizz characteristic of this style. The palate shows elegant flavours of lychee’s and fresh berries.

Alc 8.0% · pH 3.19 · TA 6.4

Cellaring: Enjoy now!

Food Marriage: Antipasto with cheese, lightly seared tuna and smoked salmon.

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VIRGIN HILLS RANGE

2013 VIRGIN HILLS

There is a feeling across Victoria region that 2013 may go down as the vintage of the decade. Low rainfall and plenty of heat from December onwards meant winemakers could obtain beautifully ripe fruit, which can be a challenge in parts of this very cool region.

Cabernet 62% Shiraz 32% Merlot 4% Malbec 2%

Alc 13.5%

Cellaring: Drink now or cellar until 2038.

Halliday Vintage Chart: 9/10

2012 VIRGIN HILLS

2012 was an early budburst, fruit set and veraison season. The wines produced are above average and have good fruit flavour with higher natural acidity than usual. In general, yields were lower than the norm.

Cabernet 65% Shiraz 25% Merlot 8% Malbec 2%

Alc 13.0%

Cellaring: Drink now or cellar until 2032.

Halliday Vintage Chart: 8/10

2017 MACEDON HILLS SHIRAZ MALBEC

With aromas of blueberries, mocha and cedar, the palate reveals a delightful mix of spicy Shiraz and luscious Malbec. The silky smooth velvety tannins complement the abundant flavours of vanilla, blackberries, pepper and spice.

Alc 13.5%

Cellaring: Drink now or carefully cellar up to 10 years.

2018 MACEDON HILLS CABERNET SAUVIGNON

Medium to full-bodied, with good intensity of colour, aromas of blackberry and dark chocolate. A powerful palate is balanced by soft, velvety tannins and subtle, intermingled French oak.

Alc 13.5%

Cellaring: Drink now or carefully cellar up to 10 years.

MEMBERS MUSEUM RELEASE

2013 Clare Valley Riesling

Clare Valley, SA

South Australia’s Clare Valley is regarded as one of the country’s premium regions for dry style Riesling. This wine has elegant floral and citrus aroma followed by a firm, refreshing palate and persistent length of melon, peach and citrus blending well with spicy notes.

Alc 11.8% · pH 3.24 · TA 6.1

Cellaring: Drink now, or cellar for up to 10 years.

Food Marriage: Spicy dishes, smoked meats, pork, seafood.

2011 Hunter Valley Reserve Shiraz

Hunter Valley, NSW

A very complex Shiraz with aromas of balsamic, strawberries, leather and subtle cherries. The palate is lifted by bright acidity. Showing great potential - will continue to develop its nuances. LAST STOCKS. James Halliday: 96

Alc 13.0% · pH 3.43 · TA 6.2

Cellaring: Drink now or carefully cellar for 10+ years.

Food Marriage: Lamb stew, chickpea and snow pea curry, or Singapore style chilli crab

2013 Signature Chardonnay

Hunter Valley, NSW

A buttery, full mouth feel with bright fruit and complex crisp qualities. The flavour is developed by combining a wild yeast fermentation process with a partial malolactic fermentation and barrel maturing. A stunning chardonnay.

Alc 12.5% · pH 3.27 · TA 6.8

Cellaring: Drink now or cellar for 10+ years.

Food Marriage: Chicken, seafood, creamy pasta dishes.

2007 Signature Semillon

Hunter Valley, NSW

Great example of an aged Hunter Semillon showing toasty honey characters. Still aging very well with many years to come.

Alc 11.5% · pH 3.20 · TA 7.2

Cellaring: Drink now or cellar for 5+ years.

Food Marriage: Pan fried snapper

MEMBERS MUSEUM RELEASE

2010 VIRGIN HILLS

Quality for the 2010 vintage is expected to be the best in a few years. Macedon Ranges had issues with rain during flowering, rain that came and went through the growing season, although generally to the advantage of the vines.

Alc 13.0%

Cellaring: Drink now or cellar until 2030.

Halliday Vintage Chart: 8/10

2009 VIRGIN HILLS

Drought and rain during flowering and bird pressure. Yields were down 50% but what remained was good. A mild, indeed cool, growing season punctuated by between 4 - 10 days of extreme heat from the end of January into the first week of February.

Alc 13.0%

Cellaring: Drink now or cellar until 2024.

Halliday Vintage Chart: 7/10

2007 VIRGIN HILLS

The dramatic 2007 vintage recorded a 35% drop in red wine grapes across the nation. The red wine grape intake suffered the combined effects of drought, frost and bushfires during the growing and harvest seasons. Virgin Hills vines suffered through this diabolical season, yields were down 50% on average.

Alc 13.0%

Cellaring: Drink now or cellar until 2032

Halliday Vintage Chart: 8/10

2006 VIRGIN HILLS

For 2006, vintage was 2-3 weeks ahead of normal because of the hot summer. Yields varied across the region and in some locations were below average due to heat stress at flowering and a return of the early 2000’s drought conditions reduced fruit quantity and increased intensity and flavours.

Alc 13.0%

Cellaring: Drink now or cellar until 2031.

Halliday Vintage Chart: 9/10

2005 VIRGIN HILLS

Good Winter rainfall with average temperatures through budburst and flowering. Dry conditions through fruitset and veraison. Heavy rainfall in January and February and a cooler ripening period led to slow ripening and a later harvest.

Alc 13.0%

Cellaring: Drink now or cellar until 2025.

Halliday Vintage Chart: 7/10

2004 VIRGIN HILLS

During spring, flowering and fruitset was excellent. March and April were practically perfect. Quality was very good and in some cases excellent. Winemakers describe wines with good acid, bright deep colour and very spicy Shiraz.

Alc 13.0%

Cellaring: Drink now or cellar until 2024.

Halliday Vintage Chart: 8/10

2003 VIRGIN HILLS

Following fairly good spring weather for budburst and flowering, summer came on hot and fast. The hot and dry weather caused some concern that the fruit would sweeten rapidly and result in a significantly early harvest. Harvesting of Shiraz occurred from late March through April. Sugar levels were generally high for most varieties, pH and acidity levels were excellent.

Alc 13.0%

Cellaring: Drink now or cellar until 2033.

Halliday Vintage Chart: 10/10

2002 VIRGIN HILLS

Picked late April to early May, the season was warm with dry conditions prevailing throughout harvest. All blocks were hand-picked and sorted prior to crushing. An excellent year for Virgin Hills.

Alc 13.0%

Cellaring: Drink now or cellar until 2027.

Halliday Vintage Chart: 9/10

MEMBERS MUSEUM RELEASE

2000 VIRGIN HILLS

Picked April to early May. A warm season with ambient temperatures and blue skies ripening the fruit relatively early for Virgin Hills. Fruit was harvested in the early hours of the morning to optimise flavour and avoid the early autumn frosts that defoliate vines and expose the crop to unnecessary sunburn.

Alc 13.0%

Cellaring: Drink now or cellar until 2025.

Halliday Vintage Chart: 8/10

1999 VIRGIN HILLS

Picked late April to mid May. Severe frost (-7 deg) on 28th October reduced the crop severely and then two late frosts in April killed remaining leaves off. A warm and dry season with only 100mm of rainfall.

Alc 13.0%

Cellaring: Enjoy now!

Halliday Vintage Chart: 9/10

1998 VIRGIN HILLS

The Macedon Ranges region recorded a 50% increase in yield, as a result of good weather during the flowering period and lack of early frost damage. 1998 was the driest year in recorded history up to vintage and produced some of the best reds in history.

Alc 12.5%

Cellaring: Enjoy now!

Halliday Vintage Chart: 9/10

1997 VIRGIN HILLS

The 1997 vintage was described as ‘the best in 10 years’. Wines showed wonderful complexity and potential for great longevity. Yields were down by about 30% due to low fruitfulness from the cold 1996 vintage. Small bunches resulted in higher than normal sugars. Weather during the vintage was fine and mild.

Alc 11.5%

Cellaring: Enjoy now!

Halliday Vintage Chart: 8/10

Celebrating a Decade of Hope Brewery: Exciting Updates and Special Releases Await!

As we embark on our 10th-anniversary journey at Hope Brewery, we’re thrilled to unveil an array of updates and special releases that promise to tantalize your taste buds. Since October last year, our team has been hard at work crafting new brews, perfecting old favourites, and infusing each creation with the essence of celebration.

Kicking off our anniversary festivities, we’re proud to announce the return of one of our original strong brews: the Hunter Harvest Imperial Semillon IPA. This autumn, get ready to savour the fourth release of this fan favourite where grape meets grain. Be sure to keep an eye out!

As winter approaches, brace yourselves for a truly exceptional brew: the Whiskey Cask Stout. This first edition brew uses the finest whiskey casks from Tower Whiskey Distillery with our award-winning stout recipe turned up to 11, resulting in a sensory experience that’s sure to leave a lasting impression. Don’t miss your chance to indulge. Come springtime, we invite you to rediscover the magic of our Shiraz Sour. Crafted using a blend of our 2024 Shiraz juice (20%) from our Pokolbin Hunter Valley block and kettle-soured Weiss beer (80%), this farmhouse-style sour beer promises to delight.

But the celebration doesn’t stop there. Stay tuned for more details about our summer anniversary beer, set to be revealed in the next issue of the companion.

In addition to our anniversary releases, we’re thrilled to reintroduce two beloved brews to our lineup. The Oat Cream IPA makes its return with a fresh and updated recipe, promising big tropical flavours. And fresh off the canning line, our Imperial Russian Stout returns better than ever, ready to captivate your palate with its bold flavours and rich complexity.

To ensure you don’t miss out on these exciting releases, be sure to follow us on Facebook (Hope Estate) and Instagram (@hopeestate). You can also purchase our beers online at www.hopeestate.com.au/shopbeer or contact Corrine at 4993 3555 for club member’s pricing.

Join us as we raise a glass to a decade of brewing excellence at Hope Brewery. Here’s to another ten years of innovation, creativity, and unforgettable flavours. Cheers!

EASY DRINKING

Easy drinking are the smooth crushable beers in the Hope Brewery line up, a mixtape of the most loved old world lager styles from Europe and new world ale styles from America and Australia.

LAGER

Over the past 150 years Lager beer emerged out of central Europe and has conquered with amazing speed. The primary definition of a Lager is that it is a bottom fermented beer. This means that the yeast used to ferment the beer gathers at the bottom of the fermentation tank. Lagers tend to have a light crisp taste, higher carbonation than ales, mellow, smooth and well-balanced flavours with a low bitterness.

HOPE 3.5% LAGER (ABV 3.5% | IBU 20 | EBC 9)

3.5% Lager is a European style Lager, pure and pristine using two hops and three classic malts to balance the beer’s bitterness into a smooth, delicious and refreshing mid.

(6pk) - RRP $22 | silver $20 | Gold $19 | PLATINUM $18

NEWY PACIFIC LAGER (ABV 4.4% | IBU 28 | EBC 6)

Newy is an Australian style Lager, pure and pristine featuring Vic Sec, Galaxy, Mosaic and Simcoe hops. Citrus and tropical aromas, very mild malt flavours and balanced bitterness makes it an enjoyable, delicious and tasty beer.

(6pk) - RRP $27 | silver $24 | Gold $23 | PLATINUM $22

MEXICAN LAGER (ABV 4.4% | IBU 15 | EBC 6)

A locally made, fresh Mexican Lager for our amigos! Light, crisp and refreshing with vibrant lime and citrus aromas! Add a squeeze of lime, kick back and enjoy!

(6pk) - RRP $27 | silver $24 | Gold $23 | PLATINUM $22

HOPE LAGER 4.5% (ABV 4.5% | IBU 25 | EBC 6)

A European style Lager, pure and pristine featuring Motueka hops. Four different classic malts balance the beer’s bitterness into a smooth, delicious and refreshing beer.

(6pk) - RRP $27 | silver $24 | Gold $23 | PLATINUM $22

EASY DRINKING EURO

Hope Brewery has taken on some classic beer styles of Europe. These styles are traditionally drunk locally to appreciate the freshness of the style. Our brewers only use the freshest of ingredients and have added an Aussie twist to these European classics.

hefeweizen (ABV 4.7% | IBU 15 | EBC 7)

An Aussie rendition of the classic Bavarian Hefeweizen. The original rockstar of the beer world, this Wheat Beer is headlined by a cloudy body and supported by aromas of banana & clove.

(4pk) - RRP $24 | silver $22 | Gold $21 | PLATINUM $19

munich lager (ABV 5.2% | IBU 34 | EBC 10)

An Aussie rendition of the classic Munich Lager. A worldwide anthem of the beer world, this Helles Blonde is headlined by sweet biscuity malt and supported by a mild body.

(4pk) - RRP $28 | silver $26 | Gold $24 | PLATINUM $22

EASY DRINKING

GLUTEN FREE

Traditional beers are made using grains such as wheat or barley - both containing gluten. As an alternative, many gluten-free beers that are made with gluten-free grains like sorghum, rice, and millet are available.

GLUTEN FREE PILSNER (ABV 4.5% | IBU 20 | EBC 4)

This light and aromatic Pilsner uses classic Czech Saaz hops, freshened with new world Citra. Brewed with a combination of rice and sorghum, resulting in a beer free from the gluten of traditional brewing grains.

(4pk) - RRP $24 | silver $22 | Gold $21 | PLATINUM $19

PALE ALE

Pale Ale is a beer made by warm fermentation using predominantly pale malt. It is one of the world’s major beer styles. Different brewing practices and hop levels have resulted in a range of taste and strengths of the Pale Ale family.

NEWY PACIFIC MID ALE (ABV 3.5% | IBU 20 | EBC 10)

Newy Mid is our Pacific Ale as a mid-strength option - still pure and pristine featuring Galaxy, Citra and Cascade hops. Citrus and tropical aromas, very mild malt flavours and balanced bitterness makes it an enjoyable, delicious and tasty beer.

(6pk) - RRP $22 | silver $20 | Gold $19 | PLATINUM $18

NEWY PACIFIC ALE (ABV 4.4% | IBU 25 | EBC 10)

Newy Pacific Ale is an Australian style Ale, pure and pristine featuring Mosaic, Cascade, Simcoe and Galaxy hops. Citrus and tropical aromas, very mild malt flavours and balanced bitterness makes it an enjoyable, delicious and tasty beer.

(6pk) - RRP $27 | silver $24 | Gold $23 | PLATINUM $22

EASY DRINKING CRAFTY

HOPE PALE ALE (ABV 4.5% | IBU 28 | EBC 12)

An Australian style Pale Ale, a pure and pristine ale featuring Galaxy and Cascade hops. Citrus and tropical aromas, mild malt flavours, balanced bitterness makes it an enjoyable, delicious and refreshing beer.

(6pk) - RRP $27 | silver $24 | Gold $23 | PLATINUM $22

HOPE XPA (ABV 4.7% | IBU 40 | EBC 12)

XPA or Extra Pale Ale, is an American Style bold, aromatic and fruity ale, featuring Galaxy, Cascade, Southern Star, Mosaic and Citra hops. Extra of everything - intense citrus and tropical aromas, balanced malt flavours and a firm bitterness makes it an enjoyable, tasty beer.

(4pk) - RRP $24 | silver $22 | Gold $21 | PLATINUM $19

Crafty are the sipping and sharing beers in the Hope Brewery line up. Discover beers with fruit flavours, intense ales bursting with hop flavours and bitterness, as well as dark malty beers.

STRONG ALE

Barrel aged BARLEY WINE 2019 (ABV 15.4% | IBU 42 | EBC 70)

A single barrel of a strong malty English Barley wine was aged for 3 years in a Saury French Oak medium grain, light toast Hogshead. A rare, complex Barley wine, chocolate brown in colour with luscious flavours and intense mouthfeel and a long, lingering palate. Hand bottled and crown sealed, an all natural beer both unfiltered with zero carbonation added.

(SINGLE BOTTLE - 345ML) - RRP $20

CRAFTY

NEW ENGLAND / HAZY IPA

A New England IPA (NEIPA) is a style of American IPA that features an intense, tropical fruit centric, hop aroma and flavour. New England IPA is a relatively new style originally brewed out of Vermont, New England in the United States. It’s heavily dry hopped to the point of being hazy and has a fuller body, smoother flavour and less perceived bitterness than typical IPA’s.

SJ PALE ALE (ABV 4.5% | IBU 15 | EBC 10)

It’s a super fresh, smooth Hazy Pale Ale. This New England style pale is juicy and stacked with mango, passionfruit and tropical flavours.

(4pk) - RRP $24 | silver $22 | Gold $21 | PLATINUM $19

Tropical neipa (ABV 7.0% | IBU 35 | EBC 10)

Tropical NEIPA is everything great about NEIPA 7.2 but on a tropical holiday. Fresh, smooth, juicy New England IPA taste that is hop based, so not as hazy as some. Strong pineapple aromas, big tropical flavours dominate with no bitterness in sight for a cruisy finish.

(4pk) - RRP $35 | silver $32 | Gold $29.5 | PLATINUM $27.5

BLOOD ORANGE NEIPA (ABV 7.0% | IBU 40 | EBC 10)

Brewed in collaboration with Hops to Home, Blood Orange NEIPA is a fresh, smooth and juicy New England IPA. Big tropical aromas and strong zesty blood orange and citrus flavours dominate, all perfectly balanced with a satisfying bitterness.

(4pk) - RRP $35 | silver $32 | Gold $29.5 | PLATINUM $27.5

neipa 7.2 (ABV 7.2% | IBU 35 | EBC 7)

NEIPA 7.2, our original NEIPA - a fresh, smooth, juicy New England IPA. Flavour is hop-based so not as hazy as some. Big stonefruit and citrus flavours dominate with no bitterness in sight for a cruisy finish.

(4pk) - RRP $35 | silver $32 | Gold $29.5 | PLATINUM $27.5

CRAFTY

mango hazy ipa (ABV 7.5% | IBU 30 | EBC 20)

Hazy American style IPA made with the addition of mango that accentuates the Samba and Amarillo hops, all perfectly balanced with a satisfying bitterness.

(4pk) - RRP $35 | silver $32 | Gold $29.5 | PLATINUM $27.5

DOUBLE NEIPA (ABV 10.0% | IBU 45 | EBC 12)

Super smooth. Super super strong. Still Super Juicy. Kick back and enjoy with a mate. Big stonefruit, citrus and tropical flavours dominate with no bitterness in sight. An imperial, next level, strong beer.

(4pk) - RRP $40 | silver $36 | Gold $34 | PLATINUM $32

F-11.1% JET HAZY SABRO IPA (ABV 11.1% | IBU 55.5 | EBC 14)

Bold and noisy just like a jet! It’s a massive Hazy IPA featuring Sabro hop. A very intense and hoppy beer with strong coconut flavours pop riveted together by bitterness and navigates its high alcohol for a perfect landing.

(4pk) - RRP $48 | silver $45 | Gold $42 | PLATINUM $38

WHITE RHINO (ABV 18.0% | IBU 45 | EBC 15)

Hope Brewery is back with another rare, wild and dangerous brew - the White Rhino. This baddie features all the classic hallmarks of a Hazy IPA, without the resin and bitterness of the OG 2019 Rhino. It’s a smooth glider that isn’t afraid to test the term “the sky’s the limit” and is not for the faint hearted - grab a mate, this one’s for sharing.

(4pk) - RRP $85 | silver $79 | Gold $74 | PLATINUM $68

BARREL AGED QUAD NEIPA 2022 (ABV 16.9% | IBU 28 | EBC 25)

A single barrel of a super strong New England IPA was aged for 9 months in a Damy French Oak, medium grain, light toast Hogshead. A very unique and interesting beer, hazy and dark orange in colour, candied citrus aromas, compote of stewed fruits, honey and coconut flavours. Hand bottled and crown sealed, an all natural beer both unfiltered with zero carbonation added.

(SINGLE BOTTLE - 345ML) - RRP $18

CRAFTY

IPA - INDIA PALE ALE

The modern day India Pale Ale (IPA) is hoppy, strong and bitter. They also have malt undertones and many boast a pleasant citrus flavour. It gained its name thanks to its huge popularity in British India and other outposts of the British Empire throughout the 19th century, as the abundance of hops and higher alcohol acted as a natural preservative for their long sea voyages.

IPA (ABV 6.0% | IBU 50 | EBC 14)

An assertive American style IPA with big flavours of citrus, pine and tropical fruit. The five different malts provide a solid base to balance the big hop flavours of Ella, Galaxy, Citra and Mosaic; a tasty, satisfying bitter beer.

(4pk) - RRP $28 | silver $26 | Gold $24 | PLATINUM $22

WEST COAST ipa (ABV 7.0% | IBU 65 | EBC 10)

Take a smooth ride down the boulevard with this West Coast IPA, shimmering gold with Hollywood glamour. Starring the biggest A-list hops, breezy tropical notes of California beaches and fresh pine of the forested mountains, it’s an Oscar worthy brew.

(4pk) - RRP $35 | silver $32 | Gold $29.5 | PLATINUM $27.5

OAT CREAM IPA (ABV 7.0% | IBU 44 | EBC 13)

A New England style IPA brewed with extra oats and lactose delivering a tasty, creamy NEIPA. Featuring Sabro, Simcoe and Ekuanot hops, it’s packed full of tropical flavours, and strong fruity and coconut aromas, with a thick mouthfeel and clean finish.

(4pk) - RRP $35 | silver $32 | Gold $29.5 | PLATINUM $27.5

CRAFTY

DIPA - DOUBLE IPA (ABV 9.0% | IBU 80 | EBC 18)

A big, bold Double IPA with big flavours of citrus, pine, resin and tropical fruits. The dry American style IPA base beer with its very light malt characters is brewed to showcase its Galaxy, Citra, and Centennial hops. An imperial, next level, strong beer.

(4pk) - RRP $38 | silver $33 | Gold $31 | PLATINUM $29

salted caramel hazy iiipa (ABV 11.0% | IBU 70 | EBC 30)

Hazy American style Triple IPA featuring both Amarillo and Chinook on the hop bill, the six types of malt used plus the addition of salted caramel delivering a delicious biscuity caramel flavour to this big IPA.

(4pk) - RRP $48 | silver $45 | Gold $42 | PLATINUM $38

F-11.1% JET RED IIIPA (ABV 11.1% | IBU 111+ | EBC 39)

Bold and noisy just like a jet! It’s a massive Triple Red IPA that’s packed with loads of hops. A very intense, piney and resinous beer pop riveted together by bitterness and navigates its high alcohol for a perfect landing.

(4pk) - RRP $48 | silver $45 | Gold $42 | PLATINUM $38

F-11.1% JET BLACK IIIPA 2022 release (ABV 11.1% | IBU 111 | EBC 111)

Bold and noisy just like a jet! It’s a massive Triple Black IPA that’s packed with loads of hops. A very intense, piney and resinous beer pop riveted together by bitterness and navigates its high alcohol for a perfect landing.

(4pk) - RRP $48 | silver $45 | Gold $42 | PLATINUM $38

F/A - 18% RHINO IIIIIPA (ABV 18.0% | IBU 150+ | EBC 20)

Rare, wild and dangerous. We’ve called it Rhino, the nickname for the F/A - 18 jets that dominate the Hunter’s skyline on very special occasions. It’s a massive 18% IPA at the extreme end of brewing with the intensity, flavour and resin to navigate its high altitude ABV, it requires 150+ IBUs to pop rivet it together.

(4pk) - RRP $85 | silver $79 | Gold $74 | PLATINUM $68

CRAFTY

PORTER / STOUT

Porter, a type of dark beer, introduced in the 1700’s, that is well balanced and aromatic, with predominant notes of rich chocolate as well as hints of coffee, caramel, nuts, and sometimes a faint smokiness, combined with an often dry finish.

Stouts, as we know them, evolved from the Stout Porter, which was a very popular style in London in the 1800s. Stouts are a category of warm-fermented ale styles that are distinguished by their dark colour, generally an opaque deep brown or black, as well as a distinct roasted character that is often perceived as dark chocolate or coffee.

Chocolate Milk Porter

(ABV 5.0% | IBU 35 | EBC 100)

Milk Stout is a traditional sweet style of stout - our Choc Milk Porter is a modern version of that classic beer. Infused with milk sugar, cocoa and vanilla, this velvety smooth porter offers authentic chocolate flavours and a tempered bittersweet taste.

(4pk) - RRP $28 | silver $26 | Gold $24 | PLATINUM $22

BARREL AGED EXTRA STOUT

(ABV 6.2% | IBU 50 | EBC 150+)

Foreign Extra Stout is a specialty style of Stout; this style can be anything from sweet to dry. Our Extra Stout sits perfectly in the middle of the spectrum, a multi trophy-winning beer and brewery specialty. This stylish stout is a harmony of hops and malts, and aged with reclaimed French oak barrels to add complexity without any oaky dominance. Rich in flavour, with a deep dark colour and a moreish taste.

(4pk) - RRP $35 | silver $32 | Gold $29.5 | PLATINUM $27.5

IMPERIAL RUSSIAN STOUT

(ABV 10.5% | IBU 75 | EBC 200+)

Imperial Russian Stout is intense, bold and dark in colour. The beer features a malt bill of Marris Otter, Dark Crystal, Chocolate Malt, Midnight Wheat, Roast Barley, Cara Munich III and Malted Oats, balanced out with four bittering hops.

(4pk) - RRP $48 | silver $45 | Gold $42 | PLATINUM $38

THIRST QUENCHING

Thirst quenching are the “over beer” crushable alternatives in the Hope Brewery line up, made in collaboration with our Distillery Vodka and Gin Classic RTDs, seltzers and fresh all-Australian ginger beer and ciders.

CIDER

Cider is simply apple juice with the natural sugars allowed to ferment and produce its own alcohol content. Ciders come in a variety of flavours and styles; from tart and dry through to sweet and rich, clear or cloudy, still, fizzy or anywhere in between.

APPLE CIDER (ALC 5.0%)

Hope Estate is home to the biggest concerts going around, perfectly located in the heart of the Hunter Valley. To create this all natural apple cider, we use apples grown in the cool climate orchards of Orange, NSW. A bright and deliciously refreshing cider with crisp apple aromas and naturally fruit sweet flavours.

(6pk) - RRP $27 | silver $24 | Gold $23 | PLATINUM $22

PASSIONFRUIT CIDER (ALC 5.0%)

Hope Estate is home to the biggest concerts going around, perfectly located in the heart of the Hunter Valley. Our apple cider with the addition of fresh passionfruit, this refreshing cider is sweet, vibrant and crisp with strong passionfruit aromas.

(6pk) - RRP $27 | silver $24 | Gold $23 | PLATINUM $22

THIRST QUENCHING

GINGER

Ginger is a popular addition for craft-brewed beers with peeled ginger usually added to wort in the kettle, and in sufficient amount it gives not only flavour but also a form of spicy heat.

GINGER BEER 4.0%

(abv 4.0% | ebc 4)

Brewed with fresh Australian grown ginger from QLD, our 4.0% Hope Ginger Beer is a balanced combo of sweet and spicy. This beer is thirst crushing with a tasty hit of ginger zing!

(4pk) - RRP $24 | silver $22 | Gold $21 | PLATINUM $19

PUCKER

Pucker are the sour treats in the Hope Brewery line up, discover three levels of sourness. Berliner Weisse is a beer style originating from the region around Berlin, Germany, in the 17th Century. This long forgotten style has been revived in recent years through modern craft brewing. Its main characteristic is a mild sourness and tartness with a light and fruity character. Hope Brewery uses kettle souring of the wort to produce their Berliner Weisse inspired beers.

3.7% sour range

(ABV 3.7% | IBU 10 | EBC 5)

A delightful combination of sour beer and fruit that is super refreshing and strangely satisfying. These lighter style sour’s pack intense flavours with pleasant tropical and citrus aromas.

PINEAPPLE SOUR LEMON LIME SOUR

IMPERIAL sour range

(ABV 7.0% | IBU 12 | EBC 8)

Send your tastebuds wild with these new world sour beers. A delightful combination of sour beer and fruit that is a super refreshing, imperial and next level sour.

(4pk) - RRP $35 | silver $32 | Gold $29.5 | PLATINUM $27.5

IMPERIAL RASPBERRY SOUR

IMPERIAL LEMON LIME SOUR

IMPERIAL GRAPEFRUIT SOUR

IMPERIAL blueberry tart SOUR

IMPERIAL PINEAPPLE SOUR

IMPERIAL pink GRAPEFRUIT SOUR

PUCKER

FESTIVAL sour range

FKA MANGO SOUR (ABV 3.7% | IBU 10 | EBC 5)

First brewed in 2018 for FKA Festival, a beer perfect for bringing fresh vibes to the Hunter Valley at Hope Estate! This sour packs intense mango and passionfruit flavours.

(4pk) - RRP $24 | silver $22 | Gold $21 | PLATINUM $19

PASSIONFRUIT SOUR (ABV 5.0% | IBU 10 | EBC 5)

This super refreshing sour was first brewed in celebration for the GABS Festival Summer Pack 2022. Packed full of passionfruit aromas and flavours, it is soured during the brewing process to create a lovely and vibrant sour treat.

(4pk) - RRP $28 | silver $26 | Gold $24 | PLATINUM $22

FKA JUICY HAZY PEACH SOUR (ABV 6.0% | IBU 12 | EBC 12)

Brewed in celebration of FKA Festival, bringing fresh vibes to the Hunter Valley at Hope Estate! This sour is hazy, refreshing and packs intense peach flavours and aromas.

(4pk) - RRP $33 | silver $31 | Gold $29 | PLATINUM $27

SUPER sour range

SUNNY BOY PINE LIME SUPER SOUR

(4pk) - RRP

JOIN THE CLUB!

Maximise your membership with our Club benefits!

As you may know, we have combined the club programs of Hope Estate, Hope Brewery, Hope Distillery, Tower Distillery & Winery and Virgin Hills to make shared benefits available to all Club Members. Our Club Program is now made up of 3 Levels: Silver, Gold and Platinum. What’s exciting about our club membership program is that every member can receive a variety of products. Perhaps one month you’ll order Beer, then the next allocation Wine and an allocation of Spirits right before your birthday or Christmas - it’s up to you!

HAVE A FRIEND OR FAMILY MEMBER WHO’S THINKING OF JOINING?

Referrals from members to their friends and family are honestly the best compliment we receive. We invite you to please share our club features with your friends and family so they can be in on the benefits too! Keep an eye out on your emails as we will be sending out referrals for you to share with your close ones.

YOUR MEMBERSHIP INCLUDES ACCESS TO:

• Hope Estate Wines

• Hope Brewery Beers & Ciders

• Tower Estate Wines

• Virgin Hills Wines

• Hope Distillery Spirits

• Tower Whiskey Distillery Whiskeys

JOINING REQUIREMENTS

Silver Club: Purchase six (6) bottles of Wine, purchase a case of Beer OR, purchase two (2) bottles of Spirits

Platinum or Gold Club*: Purchase a case of Wine, purchase a case of Beer OR, purchase three (3) bottles of Spirits

*Gold and Platinum Memberships require a minimum 12 month commitment.

WOMBAT COTTAGE

All Club Members can access 20 - 50% off a stay at Wombat Cottage. Located on Broke Rd, Pokolbin, this classic country cottage is private, comfortable and quiet and situated lakeside on our 420 acre estate. You will receive some of the most picturesque scenes the Hunter Valley has to offer. For more information on the Cottage visit hopeestate.com.au/stay. To book, call 1800 777 444.

PLATINUM CLUB

30% OFF ALL WINE PURCHASES + FREE FREIGHT*

When you purchase takeaway bottles or cases at our venues or by phone. Free freight on wine orders only (minimum 12 bottles)

PLATINUM MEMBER PRICING ON BEER & SPIRITS

When you purchase takeaway products or cases at our venues or by phone

JOINING GIFT

Complimentary tickets (2) to the next Hope Lifestyle Event

BI-MONTHLY ALLOCATION

A case of beer or wine, or three bottles of spirits delivered bi-monthly. (A custom case can not be a mix of types e.g. beer + spirits or wine + spirits in the same case)

INVITATIONS TO MEMBERS EVENTS

Exclusive invitation to members events, functions and dinners

EXCLUSIVE SALES & PRIORITY

ACCESS

Priority access to exclusive sales & new releases throughout the year

$10 DISCOUNT ON BOTTLES

OF WINE

At Hope Estate concerts

COMPLIMENTARY TASTING

One beer/spirit paddle or hosted wine tasting in Hope Estate Cellar Door or Hope at Honeysuckle for up to 10 guests, or Tower Whiskey Distillery for 2 guests (guest limits are per annum & must be pre-booked)

EDM’S

News, members sales, events, offers & allocation

*Platinum Membership requires a minimum 12 month commitment. Membership must be current to be eligible for benefits.

GOLD CLUB

25% OFF ALL WINE PURCHASES + FREE FREIGHT*

When you purchase takeaway bottles or cases at our venues or by phone. Free freight on wine orders only (minimum 12 bottles)

GOLD MEMBER PRICING ON BEER & SPIRITS

When you purchase takeaway products or cases at our venues or by phone

JOINING GIFT

Complimentary tickets (2) to the next Hope Lifestyle Event

BI-ANNUAL ALLOCATION

A case of beer or wine, or three bottles of spirits delivered twice a year in April and October. (A custom case can not be a mix of types e.g. beer + spirits or wine + spirits in the same case)

INVITATIONS TO MEMBERS EVENTS

Exclusive invitation to members events, functions and dinners

EXCLUSIVE SALES & PRIORITY

ACCESS

Priority access to exclusive sales & new releases throughout the year

$10 DISCOUNT ON BOTTLES OF WINE

At Hope Estate concerts

COMPLIMENTARY TASTING

One beer/spirits paddle or hosted wine tasting in Hope Estate Cellar Door or Hope at Honeysuckle per annum for up to ten guests (must be pre-booked)

EDM’S

News, members sales, events, offers & allocation

*Gold Membership requires a minimum 12 month commitment. Membership must be current to be eligible for benefits.

SILVER CLUB

10% OFF ALL WINE PURCHASES

When you purchase takeaway bottles or cases at our venues or by phone

SILVER MEMBER PRICING ON BEER & SPIRITS

When you purchase takeaway products or cases at our venues or by phone

EXCLUSIVE SALES

Access to exclusive sales throughout the year

$5 DISCOUNT ON BOTTLES OF WINE

At Hope Estate concerts

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