June

Experience an evening of sophistication and culinary delight as Giant Steps, the acclaimed Yarra Valley winery, presents a captivating wine tasting dinner in Sydney on June 6th, 2024. Led by the esteemed winemaker Melanie Chester, this exclusive event offers an unrivaled opportunity to sample the latest releases, including the highly anticipated Syrah and Cabernet varietals.

Under the visionary guidance of Winemaker Steve Flamsteed, Giant Steps has earned international acclaim, consistently earning the title of 'Winery of the Year' by Wines & Spirits magazine. With a focus on single vineyard expressions, each wine reflects the unique terroir of the Yarra Valley, crafted with minimal intervention to showcase the essence of each growing season.

Prepare to be transported to the picturesque vineyards of the Yarra Valley as you indulge in each glass, savoring the depth and complexity of Giant Steps' exceptional wines. With a legacy of 18 Trophies and 48 Gold Medals, including three Royal Melbourne Wine Awards Single Vineyard Trophies, Giant Steps invites you to join them for an unforgettable evening of elegance, exploration, and the finest wines from one of Australia's most celebrated wineries.

Wine List:

Bracket 1
Giant Steps Yarra Valley Chardonnay
Giant Steps Sexton Vineyard Chardonnay Giant Steps Tarraford Vineyard Chardonnay

Bracket 2
Giant Steps Yarra Valley Pinot Noir
Giant Steps Yarra Valley LDR Pinot Noir Shiraz

Bracket 3
Giant Steps Wombat Creek Vineyard Pinot Noir
Giant Steps Primavera Vineyard Pinot Noir
Fatal Shore by Giant Steps Pinot Noir

Bracket 4
Giant Steps Yarra Valley Syrah Carignan Grenache
Giant Steps Tarraford Vineyard Syrah
Giant Steps Sexton Vineyard Cabernet Sauvignon

Menu to be released closer to the event date

Experience an enchanting evening of wine exploration at our Tour Du Vins event on June 6th, 2024. Embark with us at C'est Bon Restaurant in Brisbane for an exclusive odyssey through the esteemed wine regions of France. Delve into a meticulously curated array of exceptional wines, savour culinary masterpieces, and participate in enlightening educational sessions guided by enthusiastic connoisseurs. With limited tickets up for grabs, secure your spot now for an evening destined to be etched in your memory as an unforgettable journey of wine discovery!

Menu & Wine list TBD

Experience an enchanting evening of wine exploration at our Tour Du Vins event on June 20th, 2024. Embark with us at Bistro de Paris in Melbourne for an exclusive odyssey through the esteemed wine regions of France. Delve into a meticulously curated array of exceptional wines, savour culinary masterpieces, and participate in enlightening educational sessions guided by enthusiastic connoisseurs. With limited tickets up for grabs, secure your spot now for an evening destined to be etched in your memory as an unforgettable journey of wine discovery!

Menu & Wine list TBD

Experience an enchanting evening of wine exploration at our Tour Du Vins event on June 13th, 2024. Embark with us at Kailis Bros in Perth for an exclusive odyssey through the esteemed wine regions of France. Delve into a meticulously curated array of exceptional wines, savor culinary masterpieces, and participate in enlightening educational sessions guided by enthusiastic connoisseurs. With limited tickets up for grabs, secure your spot now for an evening destined to be etched in your memory as an unforgettable journey of wine discovery!

Menu & Wine list TBD

It's not every day you see a winery hit its quarter-century, but on Wednesday the 17th of June, you'll get to celebrate this special occasion with one of our favourite wineries, Bannockburn Vineyards. 25 kilometres northwest of Geelong along the Midland Highway, the Bannockburn Vineyards estate is located in the Moorabool Valley sub-region, just outside the township of Bannockburn. Since 1995, this estate has been creating exceptional wines built for ageing. At this special tasting, we will taste back through time, and celebrate 25 years of this Estate with wines from several different older vintages, as well as some younger ones. Matt Holmes commenced making the wines at Bannockburn Vineyards in 2015. He sees his role as a servant to the vineyard, growing season and fruit to produce wines representative of style and site. Above all, gentle inputs and minimal additions are his goal. In his words, “Well-nourished vines grown in a suitable spot, picked on the right day, transcribed as wine.” Previously, Matt had been making wine in the Okanagan wine region of British Columbia, Canada. During these 10 years he also gained a broad range of experience working additional vintages in the U.S., France, Italy, New Zealand as well as Australia.

Where: Epocha Restaurant, 49 Rathdowne St, Carlton VIC 3053 at 6:30 AEDT As the saying goes, 'Cabernet is King.' All across the world, Cabernet ignites a passion in wine aficionados & casual drinkers alike. Its structural tannins, driving acidity & delicious blend of herb & black fruit flavours set a fire in drinkers & winemakers alike. Cabernet has an amazing ability to show its own unique 'Cabernet-ness', but at the same time, it is able to adapt to its environment & will always reflect "terroir". This tasting series will showcase wines from regions famous for their Cabernet Sauvignon in Australia such as Coonawarra, Clare Valley, Margaret River & Yarra Valley, however, you'll also get the chance to travel further afield to try wines from Bordeaux & the Napa Valley just to name a few. With our previous evenings selling out quickly, you’ll need to get in early to secure your spot at this tasting! Wines will be presented in 4 brackets matched to courses in a sit-down dinner. Full wine list to be announced closer to the date.

It’s back and more delicious than ever! Featuring 14 of France’s finest Champagnes.

The Grand Cru Champagne series is the perfect opportunity to taste some unfamiliar Champagne brands alongside your familiar favorite's showcasing new vintages. With a superb selection curated by us, this is the best way to learn more about the region of Champagne and maybe even find your next favourite wine to drink at home!

With our previous evenings selling out quickly, you’ll need to get in early to secure your spot at this tasting!

Wines will be presented in 4 brackets matched to courses in a sit-down dinner.

Wine List

Dom Perignon 2013
Champagne Laurent-Perrier Grand Siècle 24 NV
Gosset 'Grand Rose' NV Champagne Ruinart Blanc De Blancs NV
Champagne Pannier Brut Selection NV
Jacquinot & Fils Private Cuvee Champagne NV
Champagne Drappier 1er Cru Brut NV
Champagne Louise Brison Extra Brut 2015
Champagne Delavenne Brut Tradition Grand Cru NV
Champagne Autreau Grand Cru NV
Taittinger Prelude Grand Cru NV
Champagne Drappier Rose Brut Nature NV
Champagne Jacquinot 'Symphonie Rose Millesime' 2013

Menu:

Kingfish ceviche, sweet potato, aji amarillo & lime, micro coriander
Roast chicken breast, parsnip puree, mushroom cream sauce
Warm chocolate cake & Gianduja ice cream
Triple cream brie, strawberries, pane carasau

Join Giuseppe Cortese for an entertaining evening of Italian wine & food and plenty of buon tempo!

Giuseppe is a highly regarded Italian winemaker from the Piedmont region of Italy. He is the owner and winemaker of the Giuseppe Cortese winery located in the commune of Barbaresco.

The winery was founded by Giuseppe's father, Pier Carlo Cortese, in the early 1970s, and Giuseppe took over the business in the 1990s. Giuseppe's winemaking philosophy is based on tradition and terroir, with a focus on producing wines that express the unique characteristics of the vineyards where the grapes are grown.

The winery produces a range of wines, including Barbaresco DOCG, Langhe Nebbiolo DOC, Barbera d'Alba DOC, and Dolcetto d'Alba DOC. The flagship wine of the winery is the Barbaresco Rabajà, which is produced from grapes grown in the Rabajà vineyard, one of the most renowned vineyards in the Barbaresco appellation.

Giuseppe Cortese's wines are known for their elegance, balance, and complexity. He uses only natural yeasts and minimal intervention in the winemaking process to allow the grapes to express their full potential. His wines have received numerous awards and accolades, including high scores from wine critics such as Robert Parker and James Suckling.

Overall, Giuseppe Cortese is considered to be one of the top winemakers in the Piedmont region, and his wines are highly sought after by wine collectors and enthusiasts around the world.

Get in quick for a night to remember... tickets are limited.

We look forward to hosting you!

Wine List & Event Menu

On Arrival
Champagne Pouillon Grande Vallee 2017 Les Terres Froides

ANTIPASTO
(tasting plate)
Vitello tonnato
Slow roasted veal, tuna mayonnaise, capers, celery
Fiore di zucca
Zucchini flower filled with ricotta & truffled porcini, castelmagno fondue

2018 Barbaresco
2019 Barbaresco

PASTA
Angolotti del plin con sugo di brasato
Hand pinched ravioli filled with beef, pork & cabbage, braised vegetables

2018 Barbaresco Rabaja
2019 Barbaresco Rabaja

SECONDI
Guancia di bue al Barolo
Beef cheeks slow braised in Barolo with soft rosemary polenta & charred fioretto
served with
Insalata alla Piemontese
Capsicum, potato, anchovies, hazelnuts

2015 Barbaresco Rabaja
2017 Barbaresco Rabaja

FORMAGGI
Piemontese cheese served with quince paste, muscatels, pear, walnut, crispy bread
(La Tur, Testun al Barolo, Castelmagno)

2011 Barbaresco Rabaja Riserva 1.5L
2013 Barbaresco Rabaja Riserva
2016 Barbaresco Rabaja Riserva (pre-release tasting)

This regionally inspired menu has been created by Cipri Italian

Experience the ultimate wine tasting experience with Moss Wood's new release wines, crafted by the talented winemaker Tristan Mugford. As a multiple award-winning winemaker, including the prestigious Jimmy Watson trophy, Mugford is dedicated to producing wines that truly reflect the unique terroir of the Margaret River region. Moss Wood, one of the founding estates of the region, has a reputation for producing some of the finest Cabernet Sauvignon and Chardonnay wines, thanks to their traditional winemaking techniques and modern technology.

Don't miss this exceptional opportunity to taste Moss Wood's limited production wines and discover why they're highly sought-after by wine enthusiasts and collectors worldwide. With their commitment to quality and excellence, Moss Wood is a benchmark for the Margaret River region's wine industry, and their wines consistently receive high ratings and awards. Join us for an unforgettable dinner and wine tasting experience that showcases the best of Moss Wood and the Margaret River region.

Wine List

Champagne Pannier Selection NV
2022 Moss Wood Semillon
2021 Moss Wood Ribbon Vale 'Elsa' Sauvignon Blanc
2022 Moss Wood Ribbon Vale Chardonnay
2021 Moss Wood Amy’s
2020 Moss Wood Ribbon Vale Cabernet Sauvignon
2020 Moss Wood Cabernet Sauvignon
2018 Moss Wood Ribbon Vale Botrytis Semillon 375ml
2018 Moss Wood Cabernet Sauvignon
2014 Moss Wood Cabernet Sauvignon

A superbly paired menu by the Four Seasons will compliment the wines.

Get in quick for a night to remember ...tickets are limited.

We look forward to hosting you!

Tyrrell’s is one of the biggest names in Australian wine and it’s no wonder- they’ve been a family owned company since 1858. Currently headed up by fourth generation family member Bruce Tyrrell, this company is home to some of Australia’s most awarded wines including the iconic Vat 1 Semillon. Since 1971, Tyrrell’s has been awarded over 5,000 trophies and medals and in 2010 was named “Winery of the Year” in James Halliday’s Australian Wine Companion. On the evening Bruce will be taking us through the highly-anticipated new releases from the outstanding 2014 and 2017 vintages including; -Vat 1 Semillon 2014 -Vat 47 Chardonnay 2017 -Vat 6 Pinot Noir 2017 -Vat 9 Shiraz 2017 -Vat 8 Shiraz Cabernet 2017 Don’t let this event slip by! Seats are very limited so grab your tickets now before they're all sold!

The Fine Wines of Europe Tasting held at Public Dining Room (2a The Esplanade, Balmoral Beach, NSW) All wines are from different regions within Europe. Full menu and wine list released closer to the event Champagne on Arrival Henriot Brut Millesime 2008 Course 1 - Pan Seared WA Scallops, charred corn, sheep's creme fraiche, black garlic dust Louis Moreau Clos Martin 1er Cru Chablis 2020 Domaine Chavy Chouet Meursault Clos des Corvees de Citeau Monopole 2020 Course 2 - Sous vide Scarlet Prawns, confit lemon myrtle artichoke, basil gel, buckwheat crisp, lemon extra virgin olive oil Domaine Belargus Ronceray 2018 Trimbach Cuvee Frederic Emile Riesling 2013 Course 3 - Premium grasslands eye fillet, truffle pommes anna, pine mushroom, cultured butter-roasted cipollini onion, red wine jus Le Miccine Chianti Riserva DOCG 2017 Domaine de la Janasse Chateauneuf du Pape 2016 Course 4 - Selection of European cheeses served with muscatels, house-made lavosh, fig game and apple slices Marc Bredif Grande Anne Vouvray 1990

Torbreck is one of Australia's best known and highest quality producers. Their Flagship wine, The Laird, is one of the most highly anticipated releases each year and we are proud to partner with Torbreck to showcase this amazing wine. Alongside this The Laird will be some other recent releases and some top examples from the Torbreck portfolio. Due to poor vintage conditions, this event will be the last one of its kind for the next two years. Don't miss your chance to taste these incredible wines.

Champagne on arrival
Smoked salmon roe, Labneh, cucumber, toasted brioche
Spanner Crab, Oscietra caviar, carrot crisp

2021 Steading Blanc
Lightly torched Hiramasa Kingfish with Heirloom radish, green apple, wakame oil, roe

2018 Hillside Grenache and 2019 Les Amis
Twice cooked duck breast, glazed red cabbage, Jerusalem artichoke, toasted pearl barley

2015 RunRig (museum release) and 2019 RunRig
Rare seared fillet, porcini crusted cauliflower, onion soubise

2017 Laird (latest release)
Testun di Barolo & 18 month Gruyere with housemade breads and pastes

An opportunity like no other. Not only will you get a first taste of the just landed Laird 2016, but we'll also crack open RunRig 2018 as a special preview before it's available to the public. Join us for an early taste of these phenomenal icons amongst a never-before-seen lineup of Torbreck wines. The incredible wine list has been matched to four courses of mouth-watering fine food by Chef Brent Savage and Sommelier Nick Hildebrandt at Sydney's two-hatted Bentley Restaurant + Bar. From whites to Grenache to Shiraz, we'll take you on a Torbreck journey this evening including the rare opportunity to try a 98 point back-vintage RunRig alongside the new 2018. Don't miss out on an evening to drink in and remember. Tickets are very limited. Wines List: Torbreck The Steading Blanc 2020 Torbreck Viognier 2020 Torbreck Hillside Vineyard Grenache 2018 Torbreck Les Amis 2018 Torbreck RunRig 2018 Torbreck RunRig 2013 Torbreck The Laird 2016

We know you love wine as much as we do and that enjoyment is increased when you can hear the stories behind how and why each wine came to be created. So join us for the first Tuesday of the month for Tuesday Tutorials. You could be learning about a plethora of wine, food or even science-related subjects with a Master of Wine student, a Sommelier, Winemaker or Viticulturalist. The evening is all about enjoying great wine in the company of like-minded aficionados and friends. Not only will these nights give you- our wine-lovers a relaxed and informal setting to explore some amazing wines, but we’ll also provide plenty of fodder for your arsenal of wine knowledge! Each event will feature carefully selected wines, hand-picked from our cellar for us to discuss. Each months selection will be different, expect the unexpected - one night it could be all about Nebbiolo, the next we are hosting a legendary winemaker or learning about how tannin and acid affect different parts of the palate. This month, we will take you on a journey to discover the wonderful world of Fortified wines - with so much to explore (and even more to talk about), we hope to see you there. Come and join us for a drink!

Where: United Cellars Head Office: Level 7/140 William St, Woolloomooloo NSW 2011 at 6:30 pm This month we're going to learn all about alcohol in wine. This might seem like an obvious piece of the puzzle but there is so much more to it! How does a winemaker control the amount of alcohol in their wine or is it not up to them? Different countries have different rules, is the percentage on the label always accurate? Semi-sweet, fortified, low alcohol and no alcohol, how are these achieved and what effect does it have on the flavour? Big Barossa Shiraz compared to a cool-climate Syrah, what is the alcohol gap? These and many more questions will be answered in this Tuesday Tutorial session! Included in your ticket will be lots of different wines with differing levels of age to try and discuss in a small group setting, some nibbles, and a $20 voucher to go towards any orders of 6+ bottles on the night! So, join us for the first Tuesday of the month - Come and join us for a drink!