A showcase of Shiraz

LOCAL wine-lovers will rejoice next month with the uncorking of the ninth annual Winter Shiraz Festival.

The three-day event from August 2 to August 4 will spotlight all the beautiful wine, food and entertainment the Bellarine, Surf Coast and Moorabool Valley has

to offer.

The 2024 Winter Shiraz program will feature a series of special wine masterclasses, meet the makers events, and cooking and wine pairing activations.

Participating establishments include Oneday Estate, The Minya, Del Rios, Scotchman’s Hill, Terindah Estate, Oakdene, Provenance Wines, and Moshulu Estate.

Oneday Estate owner Sam Murray said his team at the Curlewis winery was looking forward to welcoming Shiraz lovers.

“In the depths of winter, what better than celebrating something fabulous like Shiraz on the coast?

“This year we are thrilled to be releasing some new vintage shiraz and pulling out some back vintages for the community to try.

“We’ve also got the big paella pans coming in for the day. There’s really not much better than some hot seafood and chorizo paella with a Shiraz in front of the fire.

“Additionally, we also have some shiraz inspired specials on our lunch menu.

“We can’t wait.”

Oneday Estate will have free tastings all day on August 4, and local artist Justin Keenan will be playing live music. Children are welcome to attend.

For more details or to see the full event program, head to wintershiraz.com.au