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A busy calendar of festivals, events and wine tastings create a colourful scene throughout the year in Coonawarra.Keep an eye out on this page for updates and the availability of online brochures detailing each event as they near.
It is recommended that you book your accommodation as early as possible if you are attending a Coonawarra event as places are often limited.
For further advice and infromation on accommodation, please call the Penola Coonawarra Visitor Information Centre on 08 8737 2855.
JULY 1 - 31, 2008
Coonawarra Cellar Dwellers
This is the seventh consecutive year that Coonawarra Cellar Dwellers is being held in a move by the Vignerons to attract visitors to the region at this traditionally slow time of the year. Coonawarra wines are well known for their aging ability and Cellar Dwellers provides our region with an opportunity to showcase wines that are otherwise not available for tasting. This event is attracting growing interest particularly from people looking for the opportunity to try something a bit different. It is a wonderful way to spend a couple of days escaping from the hustle and bustle to taste, discuss, learn and most importantly relax.
Come and experience one of our special winemaker dinners, weekend wine trails or the Second Annual, Stars of the South Wine Trail!!
Stars of the South – For the month of July, visit six family owned wineries in Southern Coonawarra dedicated to making these iconic wines. This is a unique opportunity to try the following wines: Balnaves of Coonawarra, Majella Wines, Hollick Wines, Parker Coonawarra Estate, Punter’s Corner, Yalumba “The Menzies” Coonawarra.
July 5/6 – Classic Coonawarra Cabernet Sauvignon Trail – Balnaves of Coonawarra, Blok Estate Coonawarra, Brand’s Laira Coonawarra, Coonawarra Wine Gallery, DiGiorgio Family Wines, Hollick Wines, Katnook Estate, Majella Wines, Parker Coonawarra Estate, Penley Estate, Redman Wines, Rymill Coonawarra, Wynns Coonawarra Estate, Yalumba “The Menzies” Coonawarra Estate, Zema Estate
July 12/13 – Unearth Aged White Wines – Balnaves of Coonawarra, Blok Estate Coonawarra, Brand’s Laira Coonawarra, Hollick Wines, Katnook Estate, Penley Estate, Rymill Coonawarra, Yalumba “The Menzies” Coonawarra Estate
July 19/20 – The Perfect Merger; Red Blends – Balnaves of Coonawarra, Blok Estate Coonawarra, Brand’s Laira Coonawarra, Coonawarra Wine Gallery, Hollick Wines, Katnook Estate, Majella Wines, Parker Coonawarra Estate, Penley Estate, Redman Wines, Rymill Coonawarra, Wynns Coonawarra Estate, Yalumba “The Menzies” Coonawarra Estate, Zema Estate
July 26/27 – Shiraz Shines – Balnaves of Coonawarra, Blok Estate Coonawarra, Brand’s Laira Coonawarra, DiGiorgio Family Wines, Hollick Wines, Katnook Estate, Leconfield Wines, Majella Wines, Penley Estate, The Poplars, Redman Wines, Rymill Coonawarra, Wynns Coonawarra Estate, Zema Estate
Downloadable program of events...
AUGUST 18- 27, 2008
Coonawarra Wine Tasting Roadshow
Coonawarra is packing its suitcases and is coming to your city!
Come and enjoy a wine extravaganza featuring the personalities behind ‘Australia’s Other Red Centre’.
Sydney Monday, August 18th
Brisbane Tuesday, August 19th
Canberra Wednesday, August 20th
Melbourne Thursday, August 21st
Adelaide Monday, August 25th
Perth Wednesday, August 27th
For the sixth consecutive year, the famous Coonawarra wineries under the banner of the Coonawarra Vignerons Association, will showcase their wares at this very popular and celebrated event. Due to high demand, Canberra has been added to the roster of capital cities throughout the nation. With over 100 wines to enjoy from individual Coonawarra wineries, visitors will have the opportunity to taste the wines and meet the winemakers and owners behind these famous brands.
The Coonawarra Wine Tasting Roadshow will run from 5.30pm to 8.30pm. Cost is $25 per person; please pay cash at the door or contact the Coonawarra Vignerons Association on 08 8737 2392 to pre-purchase your tickets.
BUY YOUR TICKETS TODAY!
Downloadable Pre-Purchase Ticket Form
Downloadable Roadshow Flyer
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Coonawarra Trade Tasting
Please pre-register by emailing enquiries@coonawarra.org or download the pre-registration form below.
Trade Tasting Pre-Registration Form. You may only pre-register if you hold a Trade Tasting Invitation.
OCTOBER 17-19, 2008
Coonawarra Cabernet Celebrations
TICKETS GO ON SALE MONDAY, SEPTEMBER 15 AT 9.00AM CST FOR THE COONAWARRA CABERNET BRUNCH & AUCTION, MASTERCLASS, RETROSPECTIVE BARREL SERIES TASTING AND OUR NEW EVENT, THE COONAWARRA TUTORIAL!!
GET IN EARLY BEFORE TICKETS SELL OUT!!
The region becomes alive with great music, vineyard tours, special dinners, wine tastings and much much more! Over 50 events in three days keeps you busy with each cellar door hosting an event or two throughout the weekend. The final day brings everyone to the famous Sparkling Brunch where the weekend culminates in the Barrel Series Auction. This year, there is a twist...we will be replacing the Barrel Series Auction with a Coonawarra silent and live auction! No where else in Australia will you find these auction items...only in Coonawarra. Please see below the final list of auction items that will go under the hammer! Don't miss this one-of-a-kind auction and spectacular weekend!
Coonawarra Cabernet Celebrations Program of Events
Silent and Live Auction Items (please note that the Parker Coonawarra Estate 18L Solomon has been moved from the silent auction to the live auction.)
(Conditions apply)
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JANUARY 10, 2008
THE COONAWARRA CUP BRINGS CROWDS TO THE PENOLA RACECOURSE!!
Forty one degree heat did not stop spectators and betters alike from attending the 27th Annual Coonawarra Cup on Thursday, January 10, 2008 at the Penola Racecourse.
The Coonawarra Vignerons hosted 700 guests from all over Australia, along with many locals, to a catered breakfast, lunch and afternoon tea, complimented with an abundance of Coonawarra wines in their marquee. Keeping up with the tradition of decorating the marquee with a certain theme, this year the Coonawarra Cup Committee was turned into the United Nations as “Flags of the Wine World” surrounded guests along with themed decorations and clothing.
Throughout the morning, the Vignerons hosted an Imperial Coonawarra Wine Auction with 12 Imperials (6 Litres), going across the block. These special bottles were packaged and bottled exclusively for the Coonawarra Cup. Betting enthusiasts were not left out as there was also a Calcutta Auction with the 1st prize winner taking home over $6,300.
Chairman of the Coonawarra Cup Committee, Mr. Ian Hollick said “The Coonawarra Cup is one of the most successful and longest running Country Race meetings held in the country, and we look forward to holding it each year. With every Vigneron in the district helping to stage the event, it is very much a community oriented day.”
People raced to place their last-minute bets on their favourite to win the Coonawarra Cup. The crowd cheered as Jason Lyon rode the Sam Turner trained “Sandhill Prince” to victory!
APRIL 11-12, 2008
Coonawarra After Dark
Experience all the thrills, excitement and the lights of vintage as Coonawarra wineries open their doors to visitors at the peak of the grape harvest (vintage). Take a tour of a working winery, meet and chat with the Winemakers, watch the grape harvesters in action, enjoy our wonderful local produce and sample our region's finest wines.
Download Coonawarra After Dark Program of Events
Coonawarra After Dark Press Release
MAY 16-18, 2008
Penola Coonawarra Arts Festival
Celebrate our regions rich history and artistic talents over three days with working artists, performances, exhibitions, workshops, walking tours, fabulous food and fine wine.
www.artsfestival.com.au
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