Festivals and Events

La Primavera - Amulet Vineyard

La Primavera - Amulet Vineyard

Sunday 5 September 2010

La Primavera - A celebration of the new life of Spring Chef Michel Renoux of „Ageing Frog Fish Bar‟ and Amulet Vineyard are toasting in spring with a three course lunch featuring seasonal fare, surrounded by the stunning vista of the surrounding hills and valleys.
$49 pp or $59 including matching wines.

For further information and to make bookings contact us:
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1036 Wangaratta Rd, Beechworth

122nd Annual Rutherglen Wine Show

Thursday 16th - Friday 24th September. Certainly the most significant and best known "Non Metropolitan" Wine Show in Australia. The Rutherglen Wine Show attracts entries numbering well in excess of 2000 wines each year. Events over the 10 days of the Wine Show that are open to the public include the "Presentation of Awards Dinner" and the "Public Tasting". Mark Eltringham 02 6032 8044 or 0427 603 284 This e-mail address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it . www.rutherglenvic.com.

Campbell's Wines celebrates 140 years

Life begins at 140!

October 2nd & 3rd 2010

Join the Campbell family and help celebrate 140 years and five generations of family winemaking. With so much to celebrate we have dedicated an entire weekend to mark the occasion. A full calendar of exciting activities are planned including the 140th Birthday Party dinner, Taste of Terroir Masterclass, The Sunday Session Luncheon and the long awaited release of the 1870 Sparkling Shiraz. For more information phone 1800 359458 or visit www.campbellswines.com.au

 

Tour De Rutherglen

October 2nd & 3rd.Cycle through the majestic old vineyards and wineries of Rutherglen and indulge your wine passion as you go. Whether you're a lycra clad mad keen cyclist or only dust off your two wheels once a year, the Tour de Rutherglen is a magnificent way to explore the Rutherglen Wine Region. Winemakers of Rutherglen 1300 787 929. This e-mail address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it . www.rutherglenvic.com.

Durif Weekend

October the 2nd & 3rd. 9 wineries make up the Durif of Rutherglen group and they will all be opening their Cellar Doors wide over the weekend to acknowledge Rutherglen's signature red wine.  A number of special Durif tastings will occur. Further Information 1300 787 929, This e-mail address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it . www.rutherglenvic.com.

Beechworth's Oktoberfest

October 2nd & 3rd. Bridge Road Brewers, Beechworth's own microbrewery. The brewery's award winning ales will be on tap, along with real German music, their own Ohmpah band, German cuisine and plenty of activities for the kids. 03 5728 2703 This e-mail address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it www.bridgeroadbrewers.com.au

King Valley Shed Show

Date: 2 October Venue: Wangaratta Performing Centre

Contact Details:
King Valley Vignerons 03 5727 3883
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The King Valley Shed Wine Show is an unique one day event - Makers of wine, both professional and amateur, using grapes from the King Valley are invited to show their wine and the public is invited to be the judges. This public judging makes the show quite unique. The event is held between 11am and 4pm at the Wangaratta Performing Arts Centre. The cost of entry is $15 which includes a commemorative glass.

To assist the public with scoring the wines, there will be a Wine Tasting Course available on the day.

 

 

Come and taste the premium wines of the King Valley.

Glenrowan Winemaker's Weekend

Date: 2-3 October Venue: Glenrowan wineries

Contact Details:
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Join us for the 15th annual Glenrowan wine region Winemakers' Weekend 2-3 October 2010. The weekend will be full of activity, at a slow pace, for lovers of deep and complex wines and wholesome food.   The celebration dinner on Saturday evening hosted by seven regional wineries is called 'Slow Food from the Producers Paddock.'

Beechworth Celtic Festival

October 5th - 7th.A stirring celebration of the North East's Celtic past with concerts, pipe bands, highland and Irish dancing. The Celtic Market features on the Saturday.

Ph: 1300 366 321 This e-mail address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it www.beechworthcelticfestival.com.au.

Milawa Gourmet Region 100Km dinner

Date: 8 October Venue: Historic Oxley Hall, Oxley

Contact Details: 03 5727 3461

6:30 for 7pm Start.

Five delicious courses prepared by 7 local chefs showcasing the Milawa Gourmet Region.  Ingredients are produced within 100km of Milawa.  Local chefs.

$75 per person.  Local wine and local beer at cellar door prices.  

Stay for the weekend and enjoy the  Pancake Brunch on Saturday at 11am at EV Olives.

Re Lunch in the vines at Rutherglen Estate

Re Lunch in the vines at Rutherglen Estate - October 23rd 2010.

The highly celebrated Re Lunch in the Vines is back again at Rutherglen Estates on Saturday October 23rd. Commencing at 12pm, the lunch will be a celebration of food, wine and great company in a picturesque and scenic vineyard location.
Compared by local identity, John Walker, the menu will be prepared by Source Dining of Albury accompanied with wines from Rutherglen Estates.

The food:
A fabulous four course à la carte lunch will be prepared and presented by renowned Albury Restaurant, Source Dining and acclaimed Chef Jodie Jones. Source Dining is one of the premier restaurants in the Albury/Wodonga and surrounding regions, and has a 'hat' in both The Age Good Food Guide and Sydney Morning Herald Good Food Guide. Jodie's love of the area and local knowledge will showcase you the finest produce of the region.

The wine
Each amazing course will be matched to Rutherglen Estates wine by our winemaker Marc Scalzo. Marc wants you to enjoy our new releases and special limited release wines the way he does ... with fine food and great company.
The company
All set in a marquee overlooking our stunning vineyards, regional musicians will provide entertainment as guests will come together to enjoy the fine food and wine experience. With renowned local identity John Walker as MC, our local hospitality and passion for our wines will make this event an experience not to be missed.

Tickets are $130 per person, inclusive of transportation from Rutherglen and Albury/Wodonga.
To secure tickets, please email This e-mail address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it or phone Rutherglen Estates Cellar Door on 02 6032 7999.

Taminick Cellars "Master & Apprentice Dinner"

Date: 23 October Venue: Booth's Taminick Cellars

Contact Details:

03 5766 2282 This e-mail address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it www.taminickcellars.com.au

The Master & Apprentice Dinner will be hosted by Peter and James Booth.   The winemakers will make a selection from new, current and museum vintages to complement the set five course menu.  There will be live musical entertainment and a bus service for guests from Wangaratta and Glenrowan to the function which will take place in the cellars at Taminick.   A complimentary breakfast fro dinner guests will be served on Sunday morning at the winery.  Cost: $110 per person which includes all food, wine and the bus service.

Cup Eve Cocktails with Jan Preston at Amulet Vineyard

Monday 1 November 2010
Cup Eve Cocktails with Jan Preston
Enjoy a leisurely drink in picturesque surroundings while Australia‟s boogie woogie piano queen Jan Preston entertains you with her humour, stories and most importantly, her wonderful music. 4.30pm-7pm. $25pp or $22 early bird tickets (purchase by Tuesday 26 October).

For further information and to make bookings contact us:
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1036 Wangaratta Rd, Beechworth

Wangaratta Jazz Festival

Date: 29 October - 2 November Venue: Various venues in Wangaratta

Contact Details:

Wangaratta Visitor Information Centre Freecall: 1800 801 065 This e-mail address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it

Four days of Jazz, Blues, Food, Wine and Fun! Since inception in 1990, the festival has grown to include 90 events and over 350 national and international artists performing each year.   The Wangaratta Festival of Jazz also hosts the National Jazz Awards, Youth Jazz Workshops, Masterclasses and events throughout Wangaratta and surrounding wine regions.

Bullers Rock in the Vines

Sunday October 31st. Buller Wines Rutherglen -Artist to be confirmed. Contact 02 6032 9660 This e-mail address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it www.buller.com.au

Kelly Country Festival

Date: 7 November Venue: Glenrowan

Contact Details:

0412 169 664 This e-mail address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it www.kellycountryfestival.coma.u

The Kelly Country Festival is to be held in conjuntion with the successful Kelly Country Classic cycling event. The Warby Range Network for Success group organising the event sees the Kelly Country Fesitval as an opportunity to showcase the Warby region, to attract tourists and support local businesses and community. The festival aims to showcase the regions local history, (including legendary Ned Kelly), local food, wine, art and the picturesque Warby Ranges National Park.

The Kelly Contry Festival signifes the essence of a bygone era.  The festival will highlight aspects of our local history, culture, art, produce and wines as well as the Warby Range Ovens National Park and its surrounds.

Taminick Cellars Generations lV Long Lunch

Date: 13 November Venue: Booth's Taminick Cellars

Contact Details:

03 5766 2282 This e-mail address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it www.taminickcellars.com.au

The Booth family invites you to join the winemaker's table for the five course menu sourced from local product.  The delicious meal will be matched with the winemaker's selection from current wines and a new release wine of limited stock which will be available on the day.  A return bus service will be provided to collect lunch guests from Wangaratta. 
Cost:$95 per person which includes all wine, food and the bus service.

Brown Brothers Wine & Food Festival

 

BROWN BROTHERS WINE & FOOD FESTIVAL GOES TOTALLY WILD

20 - 21 November 2010

 

Brown Brothers at Milawa (NE Victoria) salutes the flavours of the wild with the signature event of this year's Wine & Food Festival, 'The Wild Harvest Dinner'.  Four top chefs will fly to Flinders Island, on a hunting expedition to source wild produce.  They will then return to the Brown Brothers Epicurean Centre kitchen to cook their catch with NE Victoria's finest produce.  The 5-course menu ($185pp) will be perfectly matched to Brown Brothers wines, as part of a weekend celebration of all things epicurean.

Apprentices together 16 years ago under Guy Grossi, the four-chef team led by Danny Neate (Head Chef, Brown Brothers), includes well-known Melbourne chefs, Frank Camorra and Martin Beck (Movida), Matthew Germanchis (Pandora's Box) The Wild Harvest Dinner will see them reunited in the kitchen, sharing their passion for wild flavours and fresh regional produce.

Part owner of the Royal Mail on Spencer, Peter Moore is also coming along on the journey. "Peter is a pilot and a long term visitor to Flinders Island so he seemed like the perfect choice' said Danny Neate..

Bursting with spring colours, the Brown Brothers Milawa vineyard, sets the scene for an inspirational wine and food experience over the festival weekend.  Highlights include guided tastings of new release and award winning wines, seasonal produce-based dishes by Brown Brothers Head Chef and local restaurants, a regional farmers market, fun activities and live music.

Aspiring 'Masterchefs' can pick up some tips from the experts at the 'Chef's Table'.  Another first for the Festival, these forums are about sitting, tasting and questioning, in a fun, informal setting.

Another Festival favourite, the Lucky Sip' competition returns this November.   Participants can test their palates on Brown Brothers varietals and win some great prizes, by identifying wine varieties using, taste, sight and smell.

Trixie the Clown will be on hand to entertain the kids, all day every day, with her exciting blend of face painting, magic and balloon art.

Brown Brothers Milawa Vineyard gates will be flung open at 10am and wine by the glass or bottle, can be purchased to enjoy in the grounds.  For further information please call 1800 032 248 or go to   www.brownbrothers.com.au

Media enquiries: Michelle Armstrong  Ph: 0419 264062  email: This e-mail address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it

La Dolce Vita Weekend

Date: 20-21 November Venue: Various cellar doors in the King Valley

Contact Details:

Wangaratta Visitor Information Centre Freecall 1800 801 065 This e-mail address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it

 

 

Celebrate the arrival of spring at La Dolce Vita - the King Valley's springtime celebration of the sweet life.   Enjoy authentic family atmosphere which combines Australia's most diverse variety of wines, gourmet food, spectacular scenery and warm King Valley hospitality.  Enjoy this wonderful weekend of Mediterranean al fresco indulgence!

Participating wineries include; Boggy Creek, Brown Brothers, Chrismont, Ciccone, Dal Zotto, Gracebrook, King River Estate, La Cantina, Paul Bettio, Pizini, Politini, Sam Miranda, Station Creek.

A $15 tasting fee (including a souvenir wine glass) applies on Saturday & Sunday at all 13 participating wineries.   All proceeds to Wines of the King Valley to develop local wine tourism.