Want to learn the secrets to wine & cheese pairing, be taken on a whirlwind ride through SA’s wine regions or sample hero wines by SA’s top wine makers?
Easy - Simply grab yourself a Master Class ticket! Availability at these exclusive Master Classes are limited, so purchase your seat now before they sell out again!
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NB*: A Master Class ticket is not your entry ticket – Entry ticket must be purchased for relevant day.
| Brilliant Wines of SA | Presented By: Michael House & Stuart Rusted |
| Friday, 24th February: 6:30pm - 7:15pm | |
| Sunday, 26th February: 2:30pm - 3:30pm |
Premium South Australian wines highlighting varietal characteristics and regions.
Allow your palate to take you on a journey through the exuberant flavours of South Australian wine. With eight different varieties of wine in each class, from the residual sweetness of a Riesling to the full body of a Cabernet Sauvignon, there is something for every taste. Presented to you by wine educators Michael House (Friday) and Stuart Rusted (Sunday).
Master Class proudly poured to you in partnership with the National Wine Education and Training Centre www.winesa.asn.au/wine-courses
| Bubbles Please! | Presented By: Jan Douglas |
| Friday, 24th February: 7:45pm - 8:30pm | |
| Saturday, 25th February: 11:30am - 12:30pm |
Behind the cascade of bubbles is an exciting array of flavours, taste and textures. Join Jan Douglas, wine consultant and Vin de Champagne award winner, as she explores a selection of South Australia’s flavoursome and refreshing sparkling wines.
Master Class proudly poured to you in partnership with the National Wine Education and Training Centre www.winesa.asn.au/wine-courses
| Flavours of the Barossa | Presented By: Paul Henry and Mark McNamara |
| Saturday, 25th February: 11:30am - 12:30pm |
The Barossa is a richly-textured, colourfully-toned culture based on a century and a half of inheritance, creative energy and community pride. Experience the best of Barossa Flavours in this Master Class and discover the essence of this great regional destination as Appellation's executive chef, Mark McNamara, prepares a sumptuous selection of Barossa fare matched to some of the Barossa's leading wine styles. The pure flavours of Eden Valley Riesling, the structure and earthiness of Barossa Grenache-based blends, and the region's legendary Shiraz will be skilfully detailed by wine commentator, Paul Henry.
This is a rare and compelling opportunity to learn, taste and immerse yourself in a journey of flavour that wherever you are from, will smell and taste like home.
Master Class proudly poured to you in partnership with Barossa Grape and Wine.
| Game Face: Game and Red Wine | Presented By: Johnny Triscari & Michael House |
| Sunday, 26th February: 1:00pm - 2:00pm |
Love getting your game on at restaurants, but not sure how to achieve the same quality at home?! Join Johnny Triscari, award winning head chef at Chloe’s Restaurant, for a fast and fun lesson on cooking delicacies such as duck, venison and black pig and which hearty reds can be matched to ensure you serve up a restaurant quality meal every time.
| Party Food and Light Wines | Presented By: Johnny Triscari & Michael House |
| Sunday, 26th February: 11:30am - 12:30pm |
Love hosting dinner parties, but stuck for fresh new recipes that will ‘wow’ your guests?! Be inspired by Johnny Triscari, award winning head chef at Chloe’s Restaurant, as he takes you on an exciting journey of modern party food techniques that will take the stress out of entertaining, matched with wine you’ll be sure to impress your guests.
| SA King Prawn & White Wine Showcase | Presented By: Simon Bryant & Aaron Brasher |
| Saturday, 25th February: 1:00pm - 2:00pm | |
| Sunday, 26th February: 2:30pm - 3:30pm |
This is an exclusive opportunity to sample two of South Australia's world renown products side by side. Join Chef Simon Bryant as he guides you through sumptuous South Australian King Prawn tasting dishes, matched with a selection of South Australia's finest white wines presented by Aaron Brasher from Wine Australia. Discover some of Australia's most exciting white wine varieties, matched perfectly to creations from Simon, using Spencer Gulf King Prawns, MSC Certified (Marine Stewardship Council). Learn the principles of white wine matching alongside delicious King Prawn inspired recipes - an absolute must to help plan your next dinner party.
Master Class proudly poured to you in partnership with A+ Australian wine www.apluswines.com and South Australian Prawn Cooperative Limited (AUSSEA) www.aussea.com.au
| Spiegelau Beer Glass Tasting | Presented By: Csilla Swain |
| Friday, 24th February: 7:45pm - 8:30pm | |
| Saturday, 25th February: 4:00pm - 5:00pm | |
| Sunday, 26th February: 4:00pm - 5:00pm |
Did you know drinking beer from a glass more than doubles the flavour? Did you know drinking beer out of the bottle causes bloating? Do you know why the head is such an important part of the beer?
World leaders in glass design and manufacture, Spiegelau have developed four style-specific beer glasses that enhance clarity and colour, intensify aroma, and improve the flavour of beer.
This fun and informative Master Class uncovers myths about beer, compares Spiegelau Beer Classics to your everyday glass, and shows you which glass works best with your favourite style of beer. Once you’ve tasted the difference, you’ll never drink beer out of the bottle again!
Master Class proudly poured to you in partnership with Spiegelau www.spiegelau.com.au
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| Understanding Wine | Presented By: Micheal Coode & Stuart Rusted |
| Saturday, 25th February: 2:30pm - 3:30pm | |
| Sunday, 26th February: 4:00pm - 5:00pm |
Observe, smell, taste and describe the sensory characters of wine. In this session you will learn to identify the primary tastes, discover mouthfeel sensations and learn how to identify possible wine faults. Using doctored cleanskins to introduce wine flavour components, this is an excellent introduction for anyone new to wine or someone wanting to learn a bit more. (NB: This session is a single module of the six week NWETC Understanding Wine course). Presented by wine educators Micheal Coode (Saturday) and Stuart Rusted (Sunday).
Master Class proudly poured to you in partnership with the National Wine Education and Training Centre www.winesa.asn.au/wine-courses
| Wine and Cheese Tasting | Presented By: Valerie Henbest, Michael & Stuart |
| Saturday, 25th February: 1:00pm - 2:00pm | |
| Saturday, 25th February: 4:00pm - 5:00pm | |
| Sunday, 26th February: 11:30am - 12:30pm | |
| Sunday, 26th February: 1:00am - 2:00pm |
Say cheese! Awesome line-up, headlining The Smelly Cheese Shop, cheese expert Valerie Henbest and international winemakers Michael Coode (Saturday) and Stuart Rusted (Sunday)
There are 100s of cheese types and their flavours are as diverse as those of wines. Michael Coode & Stuart Rusted, international winemakers and Valerie Henbest cheese importer, consultant and renowned national cheese show judge will introduce you to a few combinations that will surprise and delight the senses!
Master Class proudly poured to you in partnership with the National Wine Education and Training Centre www.winesa.asn.au/wine-courses and The Smelly Cheese Shop www.smellycheese.com.au
| Wine and Chocolate: A Decadent Tasting | Presented By: Shane Harris & Sarah Neill |
| Friday, 24th February: 6:30pm - 7:15pm | |
| Saturday, 25th February: 2:30pm - 3:30pm |
Ever wondered the secret to matching a great drop with your favourite chocolate? Using a combination of Bracegirdle’s single origin chocolates with cocoas from destinations including Madagascar, Tanzania & the island of Sao Thomé, be shown how deliciously decadent a match of fine chocolates can be with the finest selection of wines from K1 by Geoff Hardy.
Master Class proudly poured to you in partnership with Bracegirdle’s and K1 by Geoff Hardy.