Ultimate Winery Experiences Australia

What's On in July

July 2024

Savour the winter season at an Ultimate Winery, where you can enjoy warming experiences amidst stunning vineyard settings.

May-Sep: Experience A Fiery Winter Warmer at Sirromet on Saturdays and Sundays from 4.30 pm on the green. This cozy firepit and hamper experience includes premium delights, signature mulled wine, and memorable take-home items like insulated cups and picnic blankets. Book HERE

1 Jun-31 Aug: Pt. Leo Estate Saturday Cellar Door Wine Bar offers drinks and snacks every Saturday from 5:30 to 8pm as the sun sets over the Sculpture Park. No bookings required. 

1 Jun-21 Aug: With Chandon Fondue, enjoy rich, in-house fondue made from local Yarra Valley cheeses, served with gourmet accompaniments, perfectly paired with a Chandon sparkling wine tasting flight. Available weekdays at 11:00am and 2:00pm, and weekends at 2:00pm, it's the ultimate gloomy day escape. Book HERE.

1 Jun-31 Aug: Join Montalto for Twilight Dinners every Saturday evening from 5:30 pm throughout winter, where you can savour the warmth of The Restaurant while witnessing the sunset over the vineyards, accompanied by ever-changing menus featuring estate-grown produce and Mornington Peninsula ingredients. Book HERE

1-31 Jul: For July only, indulge in Leeuwin Estate's exclusive Oak Valley Truffle Lunch, featuring a 6-course menu paired with premium Art Series wines for $260 per person. Make a restaurant reservation HERE

1 Jul-31 Aug: Join Artisans of Barossa on Friday nights for their new winter menu at Essen. The cozy atmosphere with festoon lights will be complemented by over 50 wines by the glass and 120+ bottles, including museum releases. Book HERE.

5 Jul: Celebrate Christmas in July at Mandoon Estate with live music, mulled wine, a three-course dinner, beer, and wine for $130 per person. Runs from 6-10 pm. Book HERE

6 Jul-Sep: Reserve your spot in Sirromet's Lavender Hill for a food and wine picnic hamper, set with an umbrella and table. Enjoy cheese, meats, preserves, sweet treats, a bottle of wine, and a take-home picnic rug. Book HERE. Long Table bookings are available for groups of 8, 10 & 12 people.

12 Jul: At Montalto, listen to renowned ethicist Peter Singer discuss his lifetime of work, including his latest book, as part of their Books & Ideas series. Enjoy a two-course shared vegan dinner for $139 per person, with wine available for purchase. Book HERE

13 Jul: In collaboration with award-winning Melbourne fragrance house Light & Glo, Chandon is hosting a custom perfume workshop. Guided by experts, you'll handcraft and bottle your own bespoke perfume while exploring the craftsmanship behind Chandon's aromatic sparkling wines. Book HERE.

13 Jul: Enjoy a museum tasting of Mandoon Estate's award-winning Reserve Cabernet Sauvignon with a vertical tasting of vintages from 2010 to 2018, including canapés. Book HERE.

14 Jul: Celebrate Bastille Day at Dominique Portet on Sunday, 14th July, with a three-course set menu at $110pp available at various times from 11:00 AM. The menu features French delicacies like warm baguettes, saucisson sec, and a choice of confit duck leg or filet of barramundi. A children's menu is available, and payment is required on the day. Book HERE

13 Jul: Celebrate the 50th vintage release of Vasse Felix Cabernet Sauvignon by joining Chief Winemaker Virginia Willcock for the second gathering of the Cabernet Society, an explorative dining journey at Vasse Felix. This event is now SOLD OUT.

19 Jul: Experience Laura x Red Hill Truffles at Pt Leo Estate with a $225pp lunch series featuring four courses and a cooking demonstration by Culinary Director Josep Espuga. Book HEREAlso available 24 Jun & 11 Aug. 

20-21 Jul: Montalto is partnering with Red Hill Truffles for a weekend dedicated to local truffles, featuring a famous Truffle Hunt & Lunch with sessions at 10 am and 12:30 pm. The event includes an interactive truffle hunt with Jenny McAuley and a five-course truffle-inspired lunch at The Restaurant at Montalto. Book HERE

21 Jul: Join Mandoon Estate's WSET Level 1 Course for a beginner's introduction to wine, covering types, styles, tasting skills, and food pairings, culminating in a 30-question exam to earn a certificate and lapel pin. Book HERE.

26 Jul: Head to Fino Seppeltsfield for the return of Pie July starting at 6pm. Enjoy a delectable four-course sharing menu for $75 per person. Bring your own bottle for just $10 corkage. Book HERE

25-27 Jul: Celebrate International Shiraz Day at Artisans of Barossa with exclusive Shiraz tastings of small-batch wines from Barossa's acclaimed vineyards, guided by expert winemakers, available daily from 10 am to 5 pm. Bookings available HERE.

27 Jul: Join Chandon from 6pm to 9pm for an evening of flame-kissed cuisine and sparkling wine at their Sparkling Promenade. Enjoy a progressive dinner paired with Chandon’s finest sparkling wines and live entertainment for $120 per person. Bookings available soon.

27 Jul: Celebrate the South-West Regional Truffle Season with a 'Chef's Table' Truffle Lunch at Leeuwin Estate. Enjoy a welcome Brut and canapé, followed by a five-course truffle lunch paired with Art Series Icon Wines for $250 per person. Book HERE

27 Jul: Join Artisans of Barossa for Fire to Fork: A Barossa Shiraz Experience. Enjoy bold Barossa Shiraz paired with smoky, hearty dishes in a 5-course set menu with expert wine pairings. Book HERE

27 Jul: Enjoy a museum tasting of Mandoon Estate's award-winning Reserve Cabernet Sauvignon with a vertical tasting of vintages from 2010 to 2018, including canapés. Book HERE.

 

Location

Various wineries

When

1 July - 31 July