Join us for a tasting with Werkstatt Wines— one of Australia's most compelling voices in cool-climate winemaking. Founded by Bridget Mac in 2022, Werkstatt was born from a rare convergence of artistic instinct and winemaking craft. Bridget trained as an artist before turning her attention to the cellar, spending formative vintages alongside some of the...
Tapanappa is a winery built on a single conviction: that place, not winemaker, determines the character of a great wine. Every bottle traces back to what Brian Croser calls Distinguished Sites — vineyards in South Australia where geology, climate, and variety converge with uncommon precision. That path began in 1976 when Brian and Ann Croser...
This week, we’re delighted to welcome our friend Loïc Avril from As You Wish Wines, who will be pouring and showcasing one of his favourite producers from the Loire Valley: Domaine Bonnigal-Bodet. Loïc needs little introduction — formerly Head Sommelier at The Fat Duck, he is now Beverage Director of the Lucas Collective and was...
Rooted in the historic heart of Chablis, Domaine Laroche produces Chardonnay that expresses the region’s renowned purity, freshness and minerality. Based at the ancient Obédiencerie, home to ninth-century cellars closely associated with the origins of Chablis wine, the domaine’s wines offer elegant aromas of citrus and white flowers, followed by a crisp, mineral finish. Join...
Join Loïc Avril and myself for a decadent Champagne breakfast at LeRoi Brighton on Saturday, 12 September, from 9:30am. What better way to start your weekend? Simply because you can. Enjoy a selection of delicious viennoiserie from our wonderful local neighbour, Fabrice at Moi Bakery, paired with exceptional grower Champagnes. Loïc will...
Join us at LeRoi on Saturday 12 September, when our good friend Josh Cooper will be joining us to pour a selection of his wines. Born and raised at Cobaw Ridge, the winery founded by his parents Alan and Nelly Cooper, Josh was immersed in organic and biodynamic viticulture from an early age. He made his first vintage...
Join Sébastien Crowther from Real Wines at Leroi for a tasting of the exceptional Domaine des Hautes-Blâches. Rooted in family land once cultivated by the monks of Saint-Victor Abbey in Marseille, Domaine des Hautes-Blâches is located in Mirabel-aux-Baronnies, in the heart of the Drôme Provençale. Thibaut Trollat continues twelve generations of agricultural expertise, guided by...
This week, we’re delighted to welcome the wonderful Ludovic from Halles aux Vins. Before the Grand Finale, Ludo will be bringing us a little Italian magic, featuring wines from Diego Conterno and Giovanni Almondo in Piedmont, along with a classic Chianti from Fattoria Selvapiana. Come and indulge before the ceremony, and take the opportunity to stock up on some exceptional wines...
Join us as Ashlyn from Jackson Family Wines pours through one of the Yarra Valley's most iconic portfolios. Giant Steps was born from a quest. Phil Sexton, a pioneer of the Margaret River wine scene, turned his attention east — drawn to the Yarra Valley in search of the ideal conditions for Chardonnay and Pinot...
In 2001, Juliette Bécot acquired a small vineyard in the Côtes de Castillon — a parcel known simply by the name of the land it sat on: Joanin. She kept that name, adding her own beside it. As she described it herself, she adopted the vineyard as one adopts a child: with commitment, with care,...
Anthony Femia began his journey in September 2015 with a humble antique French food cart at Prahran Market, offering just two things: Swiss Raclette over kipflers and his famous All American Grilled Cheese Toasted Sandwich In June 2019, Anthony realised a long-held vision and opened The Chapel of Cheese — a fully dedicated cheese destination...
Join us for a free tasting celebrating one of the Hunter Valley's most exciting producers. Liz Silkman was named Halliday Winemaker of the Year 2025 — the first Hunter Valley winemaker to receive the honour. Her Silkman Blackberry Vineyard Semillon 2023 was awarded Halliday Best Semillon of the Year at 98 points, and Silkman was...