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| Events and Festivals |
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 information on accommodation, please call the Penola Coonawarra Visitor Information Centre on 08 8737 2855.
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| 2010 Calendar of Events | |||||||||
July 1-31, 2010
Coonawarra Cellar Dwellers The Coonawarra Vignerons dig out some treasures from their cellars to offer visitors a rare opportunity to taste and buy aged wines during the month of July. This will be the eighth 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. Click here to download the 2010 Program of Events.
August 16-25, 2010
Coonawarra Wine Tasting Roadshow The famous Coonawarra wineries under the banner of the Coonawarra Vignerons Association, pack their bags to 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, you will have the opportunity to taste the wines and meet the winemakers and owners behind these famous Coonawarra brands, in your own city!
The Vignerons will be visiting the following cities on the dates below:
Brisbane: Monday, August 16
Brisbane Polo Club, #1 Eagle Street, Brisbane
Sydney: Tuesday, August 17
The Menzies Hotel, 14 Carrington Street, Sydney
Canberra: Wednesday, August 18
University House, Balmain Crescent, Acton
Melbourne: Thursday, August 19
Melbourne Town Hall, Corner of Swanston & Collins Streets, Melbourne
Adelaide: Monday, August 23
The Sebel Playford Adelaide, 120 North Terrace, Adelaide
Perth: Wednesday , August 25
Perth Town Hall, Corner of Barrack & Hay Streets, Perth
The Roadshow Wine Tasting in each city is from 5.00pm - 8.00pm , pre-purchase of tickets is preffered by downloading this form and faxing it to 08 8737 2433 or email to enquiries@coonawarra.org. Tickets are available at the door, $25 cash entry. Click here to find out which wines are coming to your city!
October 15-17, 2010
Coonawarra Cabernet Celebrations and Barrel Series 13 Auction The Coonawarra Cabernet Celebrations showcases and celebrates the sheer quality of Coonawarra Cabernet Sauvignon and the craftsmanship of the region’s winemaking community. This three day event is filled with tastings, masterclasses, tutorials, live music, entertainment, gourmet food and of course, fantastic Coonawarra wines!
This year we have changed things up a bit and the famous Barrel Series Auction will be held on Saturday night during the first ever Barrel Series 13 dinner! Click here (Program of Events) to find out more about this event and all the others happening on the weekend!
EARLY BIRD TICKET PACKAGES are on sale now until September 15. Download your booking form and purchase your tickets today!
MAIN EVENTS
January 14, 2010
Coonawarra Vignerons Cup It’s coming up to that time of year again for South Australia’s ‘best country race meeting’. On Thursday, January 14th, get your hats ready for the Coonawarra Vignerons Cup! With over 3,000 visitors each year, come and experience a fun-filled day with fabulous local food, fine wine, fashion and friends.
The Penola Racecourse is the stunning backdrop for the running of the 29th Annual Coonawarra Vignerons Cup. As the sponsor of the Cup, the Coonawarra Vignerons Association plays host to 700 guests in its marquee with Coonawarra wine, wonderful cuisine and plenty of good cheer.
April 9-10, 2010
Coonawarra After Dark Weekend 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.
May 6-9, 2010
Penola Coonawarra Arts Festival Celebrate our region’s rich history and artistic talents over three days with working artists, performances, exhibitions, workshops, walking tours, fabulous food and fine wine. With a full children’s program, there is something for everyone at this unique event. www.artsfestival.com.au |