That's Snalbans she means of course, Martin.

Hunter Valley? That sounds like a real ale.

Good guess, but wrong alcohol. The Hunter Valley which is not far away is actually a wine-growing area from which come some of the best wines in Australia - or the world for that matter. On the occasions I have visited my brother in Paris, I have always taken a few bottles with me, because they are the equal of or better than many of the wines you can get over there, and only a fraction of the price.

Mmm. I feel another Hunter Valley trip coming on!