About us
Meet the Winemaker
Bryan Currie, the accomplished chief winemaker at Hungerford Hill, is celebrated for his dedication to crafting award-winning wines. With nominations for prestigious awards like 'Winemaker of the Year' by Gourmet Traveller Wine Magazine in 2012 and his selection as a 'Future Leader' in 2009, Bryan's expertise shines through. His distinction as a scholar at the renowned Len Evans Tutorial in 2007 is a testament to his skill. Championing wines from New South Wales, Bryan has amassed numerous medals and trophies for the wines he crafts, further cementing his legacy in the industry. Passionate and innovative, Bryan's creations captivate wine enthusiasts worldwide.
The History
The history is long and complex, but it's most recent chapter began in December 2016 when Sam Arnaout purchased the winery. He had visions of a greater focus on Hunter Valley wines, so he also acquired the renowned Sweetwater and Dalwood vineyards. With an award-winning cellar door, restaurant and range of wines, Sweetwater is now in the enviable position of being able to offer an all-encompassing wine and food experience worthy of its name.
Meet the team
Meet the people behind the wines and the boutique estate in the Hunter Valley.
Sam Arnaout
Owner
Sabine Duval
Brand & Sales Manager
Kelly Everingham
Financial Controller
Sarah Beilby
Assistant Winemaker
Gavin Russell
Cellar Manager
Tony Webster
Assistant Club Manager
Fred Garside
Wine Club Manager
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Hunter Valley
Located 160km north of Sydney, the Hunter Valley shelters below the spectacular Brokenback Ranges. It’s warm and humid climate is tempered by afternoon sea breezes. The soils vary widely from friable red volcanic soils which produce some of Australia’s most long-lived shiraz wines through to sandy river beds which produce similarly long-lived Semillon wines.