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ONE of the Geelong wine region’s signature varietals will take centre stage next month in the return of the annual Winter Shiraz Weekend.<\/p>\n

Billed as a “journey for the senses”, the Wine Geelong festival will be held from August 4-6 and see 19 wineries from the Bellarine Peninsula, Moorabool Valley and Surf Coast open their doors.<\/p>\n

Attendees will be invited to sample award-winning Shiraz, enjoy matched lunches and dinners, and participate in exclusive masterclasses.<\/p>\n

Wine Geelong event manager Jo Wealands said the event – now in its eighth year – was a popular weekend for local wineries and attracted wine enthusiasts and connoisseurs alike.<\/p>\n

“The annual festival spanning three days shines a spotlight on the extraordinary quality of our local Shiraz with an enticing array of more than 21 wine-focused events held at 19 of our best and most popular wineries.<\/p>\n

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Austin’s Wines will hold its “Burning of the Canes” event on August 5 during the Winter Shiraz Weekend. Photos: SUPPLIED<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n

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“There will be an array of interactive masterclasses as well as divine Shiraz-matched lunches and dinners to name a few. It’s a great weekend to explore the region with family and friends, and to taste your way through some seriously delicious Shiraz.”<\/p>\n

Surf Coast-based producer Mount Duneed Estate is offering a bottomless Shiraz High Tea as part of the event, and marketing manager Christine Whelan confirmed there would be a mix of sweet and savoury Shiraz-inspired treats on offer.<\/p>\n

“We love the Winter Shiraz Weekend event and every year it provides such a great opportunity to engage with customers. It is great to see wine lovers come together and celebrate the full-bodied, robust flavour found in all three of our Shiraz varietals,” she said.<\/p>\n

“Winter Shiraz is all about cozy surroundings, sharing wine and laughing with friends. Above all else, it’s about getting out and supporting our local wineries which means a lot to us.<\/p>\n

“Join us at Mount Duneed Estate for complimentary tastings and see what suits your palate \u2013 the three ranges all present differently in terms of age, tannins, depth and full-fruit flavour.<\/p>\n

“Stay for lunch, add a bottle of wine, sit back and you are all set for a great day.”<\/p>\n

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Scotchmans Hill will present its best Shiraz, including its Cornelius range.<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n

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Other participating wineries include Terindah Estate, Austin’s, McGlashan Estate, Oakdene, Scotchman’s Hill, Moshulu and Provenance Wines, and each has created its own individual program for the weekend.<\/p>\n

The 2023 program features an impressive feast of food and wine experiences, gourmet produce and local music.<\/p>\n

Many wineries are offering the chance to ‘meet the makers’ with knowledgeable local vignerons and producers leading guests on a path of wine discovery.<\/p>\n

Talented chefs will match the region’s renowned cool-climate wines with hearty winter fare and offer attendees the chance to sit back, relax and soak in the atmosphere.<\/p>\n

For more details or to download the event program, head to wintershiraz.com.au<\/a><\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"

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