Food & Wine Events - Clonakilla - Winemaker Dinner

The rise and rise of Cabernet Shiraz

“Canberra - one of the world’s great Shiraz regions. A new, distinctive voice in the world of fine wine.” – Kirk, committing the cardinal error of believing his own back labels? I’m afraid so, but why not…

Test my bold claim with ten wines over five courses prepared by one of Australia’s top chefs.

On arrival: Clonakilla 2009 Viognier Nouveau

First Course: Lerida 2007 Shiraz Viognier, Long Rail Gully 2008 Shiraz

Second Course: Ravensworth 2007 Shiraz Viognier, Kyeema 2007 Reserve Shiraz

Third Course: Nick O’Leary 2008 Shiraz, Clonakilla 2008 O’Riada Shiraz

Fourth Course: Collector 2008 Reserve Shiraz, Clonakilla 2008 Shiraz Viognier

Fifth Course: Clonakilla 2006 Syrah (magnum), Clonakilla 2008 Syrah (barrel sample)

Date: 14 October

Time: 7pm

Cost: $150 per person