Whether you’re a wine connoisseur or just looking for a fun couple of hours out, this festival is the perfect Melbourne Winter Warmer activity.
On Saturday August 9th, Melbournians are invited to experience the bold, the rare, the fortified and the unforgettable, as the wines of North East Victoria are poured within the walls of the historic and iconic Old Melbourne Gaol City Watch House for the inaugural North x North East Victorian Wine festival.
The event will showcase the diversity and depth of seven wine regions—Nagambie Lakes, Glenrowan, King Valley, Beechworth, Rutherglen, Mansfield, and The Alpine Valleys. From elegant cool-climate varietals to powerful reds and pioneering Proseccos, the festival is a journey through the heart of high country wine.
The festival is brought to you by Melbourne wine educator, events maven and tour host, Melissa Brauer, aka The Prosecco Queen, who has been actively promoting the liquid treasures of the North East for the past 15 years, as well as running the Prosecco Festival in Melbourne for the past 8.
Adding to the flavour, chef Scott Pickett and the team from VenuesLive will be serving up a selection of truffled treats to complement the wines and warm the belly. Think truffle cheese toasties, and other delicious bites designed with textural whites and cosy reds in mind. Skip the queue and order your food ahead of time when you purchase your festival ticket.
