It’s been a long time between drinks at the Mornington Peninsula’s much-loved Winter Wine Weekend thanks to a COVID-induced hiatus
Now anticipation is high as this celebration of wine returns over the Queen’s Birthday long weekend from June 11-13.
The Winter Wine Weekend has been a key event on wine-lovers’ calendars since the 1980s, and whether you’re serious about wine or simply like to drink it, the wide-ranging program will excite all palates. Over three memorable days you can enjoy world-class wines, fabulous food, and the postcard-perfect Peninsula as a backdrop.
The annual event kicks off with the Winter Wine Festival, a showcase exhibition and tasting on Saturday, June 11, from 11am-4pm in the Pavilions at Red Hill Showgrounds. Enjoy the rare opportunity to experience more than 40 Peninsula wineries exhibiting 200 premium wines in one event, showcasing the incredible diversity resulting from the climate and terroir unique to the region. The Peninsula’s own Bass & Flinders Distillery will have tastings available too, and tunes will be brought to you by Sunday Lemonade. Tickets include three dishes from some of our favourite restaurants – Many Little, Paringa Estate, Montalto, Pt Leo Estate, Foxeys Hangout, Barmah Park, Alatonero, and Boatshed Cheese.
Day two sees the launch of a new event, the Long Lunch at the Pavilion. You’ll get to taste wine from an exciting group of smaller wineries without cellar doors that normally you would need to make an appointment to enjoy. The curated selection of lesser-known wines will be poured and thoughtfully matched to a spectacular three-course menu. Hosted by food writer Richard Cornish and with tunes by jazz trio Modulation, you are in for an excellent time.
Throughout the long weekend, Mornington Peninsula vignerons will welcome visitors to warm cellar doors to taste new-release wines, revisit old favourites and experience the region’s seasonal offerings.
Pre-booked tickets are required for both Saturday’s and Sunday’s events. For more information and to purchase tickets, visit www.mpwine.com.au
On the following pages you can read about some of the wineries that will be on board and get a taste of what to expect.
Date: Saturday, June 11
Cost: $120
Where: Red Hill Recreation Showground and Reserve
184 Arthurs Seat Rd, Red Hill
Inclusions: ticket includes a complimentary Riedel tasting glass, all wine tastings, a tasting book and three entrée-size dishes; more food vouchers are also available for purchase. Designated driver tickets are also available for $80 and include all of the above except wine tastings.
Date: Sunday, June 12
Cost: $160
Where: Red Hill Recreation Showground and Reserve
184 Arthurs Seat Rd, Red Hill
Inclusions: ticket includes a pre-lunch tasting and a hosted sit-down three-course winemakers’ lunch by Brad and Roong from Finesse Catering Group, with wines to match.
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