Hunter Valley at Your Doorstep: Stay n’ Sip Brings the Vineyard to You

Hands up, who’s experienced a wine tasting at a vineyard in the Hunter Valley? It’s easy to start feeling like once you’ve seen one, you’ve seen them all. But wait, hold the press! Stay n’ Sip, the reigning champ of Hunter Valley tourism for not one, but two years running, is here to shake things up. They promised to bring the valley’s finest wines straight to our doorstep, and boy, did they deliver.

Picture this: getting ready to tackle the vineyards without even stepping out of your cosy abode and in some cases your UGG’s. With Stay n’ Sip, it’s not just wine tasting; it’s a full-blown staycation extravaganza. 

From the moment Stay n’ Sip rang our doorbell, there was a brief moment of anticipation – some in the house jokingly thought a surprise had arrived, perhaps even a hired entertainer. But little did we know that instead of a dance performance, Pierre, originally from France, was about to take us on an enchanting journey through Hunter Valley’s top-tier wines, right from the comfort of our own living room.

Now, let’s talk wine. These weren’t your run-of-the-mill grocery store finds. Oh no, Stay n’ Sip specialises in the rare, the vintage, the downright exclusive. Each sip we were taken on a journey elevated by Pierre’s encyclopaedic knowledge and contagious passion for all things grape-related. 

But what truly set Stay n’ Sip apart was their attention to detail. They weren’t just here to pour wine; they were here to create an experience. From the table decorations and  carefully curated selection of cheeses to the perfectly paired wines, every aspect of our tasting was thoughtfully planned.

Please note I am usually the one dying of boredom at wine tastings so not written lightly. However Pierre’s wine analogies and banter made it a memorable experience. With jokes as dry as the finest Chardonnay and puns as sharp as a sommelier’s corkscrew, he had us in stitches from start to finish. Who knew wine tasting could be this hilarious?

But the real cherry on top (or should I say grape on top?) of our Stay n’ Sip experience was the convenience. Gone are the days of wrangling babysitters or coordinating designated drivers. With Stay n’ Sip, the party comes to you. We didn’t have to lift a finger – except, of course, to raise our glass..

In the end, our staycation with Stay n’ Sip wasn’t just about the wine (although, let’s be honest, that was a big part of it). It was about coming together with friends, sharing laughs, and creating memories that would last long after the last drop had been poured.

So, if you find yourself craving a taste of the Hunter Valley but can’t bear to leave the comfort of your own home, do yourself a favour and give Stay n’ Sip a call. Trust us, your taste buds will thank you. Cheers to that!

To book an experience or for further information then please click here.