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SUMMARY:[ONLINE] Part 3 - Exploration of Fortified Wines: Port & Banyuls
DESCRIPTION:  \nWATCH THE RECORDING of Part 3 – Exploration of Fortified Wines: Port & Banyuls \n\nThe fortified wines of Australia\, France\, Portugal and Spain have long held an esteemed place in the world of wine. \nWhile some wine drinkers consider fortifieds to be a curiosity\, those in the know understand their relevance on a wine list or retail shelf\, and the expertise required to make a truly great fortified style wines – whether it be Sherry\, Madeira\, Banyuls or Port. \nJoin Sommeliers Australia’s Bridget Raffal (Where’s Nick Wine Bar)\, Louella Mathews (bibo wine bar) and Loic Avril (Lucas Group) and their expert guests\, as they explore the world of fortified wines during this 3 part online masterclass series. \nSign up to attend all 3 parts\, or just 1\, you will come away with a great appreciation of fortified styles from Australia and Europe. \n  \nPart 1 – Sherry & Madeira hosted Bridget Raffal and Louella\, with guest Scott Wasley.\nMonday 4 October\, 3-4.30pm \nPart 2 – Australian Fortifieds hosted by Loic Avril and Bridget Raffal\, with a special guest.\nSunday 10 October\, 3-4.30pm \n  \nPart 3 – Port & Banyuls\nMonday 11 October\, 3-4.30pm \nPart 3 of our 3 part exploration in fortified wines – this masterclass will focus on Port and Banyuls\, exploring the regions’ history\, styles and methods of production. \nHosts Bridget Raffal and Louella Mathews will be joined by fortified wine specialist\, Simon Killeen (Simão & Co.) as they work their way through a range of Port styles and Banyuls. \n6 wines will be looked at in depth during the session: \n\nTawny\n10 yo Tawny\nLBV\nRuby\n2 x Banyuls\n\nParticipants who purchase Tasting Tickets will have the opportunity to look at the wines as a blind line up before joining the discussion on Zoom\, where they will be guided through key markers that indicate styles within the category. \n  \nTICKETS:\nTASTING TICKETS – An additional 13 Tasting Tickets are now available for each Part.\nIncludes access to the Zoom session\, 6 x 50ml samples & delivery.\nAll Tasting Tickets must be purchased before 4pm\, Sunday 19 September. \n⇒ Members Tasting Ticket for 1 part – $30 + booking fee \n⇒ Members Tasting Ticket for all 3 parts – $75 + booking fee \n\nTo access the Members priced ticket\, Sommeliers Australia Members login at sommeliers.com.au\nClick the ‘Members Only Offers’ button on the dashboard for the Exploration of Fortifieds discount coupon code (separate coupons for 1 Part only\, or all 3 Parts)\, then proceed to Humanitix and apply the code at checkout.\n\n⇒ Non-Members Tasting Ticket for 1 part – $45 + booking fee \n⇒ Non-Members Tasting Ticket for all 3 parts – $110 + booking fee \n  \nEXPLORE TICKETS\nBookings must be made before 4pm\, Sunday 10 October to receive the Zoom link.⠀\nIncludes access to the Zoom session only.\nAttendees can take part using similar wines from their own cellars. \n⇒ Explore Ticket – FREE \n  \nTO BOOK:\nCLICK HERE to book your tickets via Humanitix. \n  \nThis session will be hosted on Zoom\, at 3pm AEDT.\nTicket holders will be emailed the Zoom link and access info. \n  \nNote: If purchasing a Tasting Ticket\, there’s no need to register for an Explore Ticket as well. \n  \n  \nSommeliers Australia thanks Bibendum\, Domaine Wine Shippers\, French Flair for Wine and Joval for their generous support of Part 3 Exploration of Fortified Wines. \n  \nImage thanks to Wine Australia.
URL:https://sandbox.sommeliers.com.au/event/online-part-3-exploration-of-fortified-wines-port-banyuls/
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SUMMARY:[ONLINE] Part 2 - Exploration of Fortified Wines: Australian Fortifieds
DESCRIPTION:  \nWATCH THE RECORDING of Part 2 – Exploration of Fortified Wines: Australian Fortifieds \n\nThe fortified wines of Australia\, France\, Portugal and Spain have long held an esteemed place in the world of wine. \nWhile some wine drinkers consider fortifieds to be a curiosity\, those in the know understand their relevance on a wine list or retail shelf\, and the expertise required to make a truly great fortified style wines – whether it be Sherry\, Madeira\, Banyuls or Port. \nJoin Sommeliers Australia’s Bridget Raffal (Where’s Nick Wine Bar)\, Louella Mathews (bibo wine bar) and Loic Avril (Lucas Group) and their expert guests\, as they explore the world of fortified wines during this 3 part online masterclass series. \nSign up to attend all 3 parts\, or just 1\, you will come away with a great appreciation of fortified styles from Australia and Europe. \n  \nPart 1 – Sherry & Madeira hosted Bridget Raffal and Louella\, with guest Scott Wasley.\nMonday 4 October\, 3-4.30pm \n  \nPart 2 – Australian Fortifieds\nSunday 10 October\, 3-4.30pm \nPart 2 of our 3 part exploration of fortified wines – this masterclass will focus on Australian fortified wines\, exploring the history\, styles and methods of production. \nHosts Loic Avril and Bridget Raffal will be joined by a special guest\, winemaker Jules Ashmead (Campbells Wines) as they work their way through a range of Australian fortified styles. \n6 wines will be looked at in depth during the session: \n\nFino\nAmontillado\nTopaque\nGrand Muscat\nTawny\nFortified Shiraz\n\nParticipants who purchase Tasting Tickets will have the opportunity to look at the wines as a blind line up before joining the discussion on Zoom\, where they will be guided through key markers that indicate styles within the category. \n  \nPart 3 – Port & Banyuls hosted by Bridget Raffal and Louella Mathews\, with guest Simon Killeen.\nMonday 11 October\, 3-4.30pm \n  \nTICKETS:\nTASTING TICKETS – An additional 13 Tasting Tickets are now available for each Part.\nIncludes access to the Zoom session\, 6 x 50ml samples & delivery.\nAll Tasting Tickets must be purchased before 4pm\, Sunday 19 September. \n⇒ Members Tasting Ticket for 1 part – $30 + booking fee \n⇒ Members Tasting Ticket for all 3 parts – $75 + booking fee \n\nTo access the Members priced ticket\, Sommeliers Australia Members login at sommeliers.com.au\nClick the ‘Members Only Offers’ button on the dashboard for the Exploration of Fortifieds discount coupon code (separate coupons for 1 Part only\, or all 3 Parts)\, then proceed to Humanitix and apply the code at checkout.\n\n⇒ Non-Members Tasting Ticket for 1 part – $45 + booking fee \n⇒ Non-Members Tasting Ticket for all 3 parts – $110 + booking fee \n  \nEXPLORE TICKETS\nBookings must be made before 4pm\, Saturday 9 October to receive the Zoom link.⠀\nIncludes access to the Zoom session only.\nAttendees can take part using similar wines from their own cellars. \n⇒ Explore Ticket – FREE \n  \nTO BOOK:\nCLICK HERE to book your tickets via Humanitix. \n  \nThis session will be hosted on Zoom\, at 3pm AEDT.\nTicket holders will be emailed the Zoom link and access info. \n  \nNote: If purchasing a Tasting Ticket\, there’s no need to register for an Explore Ticket as well. \n  \n  \nSommeliers Australia thanks Joval\, Pennyweight\, Rockford and Seppeltsfield for their generous support of Part 2 Exploration of Fortified Wines. \n  \nImage thanks to Wine Australia.
URL:https://sandbox.sommeliers.com.au/event/online-part-2-exploration-of-fortified-wines-australian-fortifieds/
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SUMMARY:[ONLINE] Part 1 - Exploration of Fortified Wines: Sherry & Madeira
DESCRIPTION:  \nWATCH THE RECORDING of Part 1 – Exploration of Fortified Wines: Sherry & Madeira \n\nThe fortified wines of Australia\, France\, Portugal and Spain have long held an esteemed place in the world of wine. \nWhile some wine drinkers consider fortifieds to be a curiosity\, those in the know understand their relevance on a wine list or retail shelf\, and the expertise required to make a truly great fortified style wines – whether it be Sherry\, Madeira\, Banyuls or Port. \nJoin Sommeliers Australia’s Bridget Raffal (Where’s Nick Wine Bar)\, Louella Mathews (bibo wine bar) and Loic Avril (Lucas Group) and their expert guests\, as they explore the world of fortified wines during this 3 part online masterclass series. \nSign up to attend all 3 parts\, or just 1\, you will come away with a great appreciation of fortified styles from Australia and Europe. \n  \nPart 1 – Sherry & Madeira\nMonday 4 October\, 3-4.30pm \nPart 1 of our 3 part exploration of fortified wines – this masterclass will focus on Sherry and Madeira\, exploring the regions’ history\, styles and methods of production. \nHosts Bridget Raffal and Louella Mathews will be joined by Iberian specialist\, Scott Wasley (The Spanish Acquisition) as they work their way through a range of Sherry styles and Madeira. \n6 wines will be looked at in depth during the session: \n\nManzanilla\nOloroso\nPalo Cortado\nPedro Ximenez\n2 x Madeira\n\nParticipants who purchase Tasting Tickets will have the opportunity to look at the wines as a blind line up before joining the discussion on Zoom\, where they will be guided through key markers that indicate styles within the category. \n  \nPart 2 – Australian Fortifieds hosted by Loic Avril and Bridget Raffal\, with a special guest.\nSunday 10 October\, 3-4.30pm \nPart 3 – Port & Banyuls hosted by Bridget Raffal and Louella Mathews\, with guest Simon Killeen.\nMonday 11 October\, 3-4.30pm \n  \nTICKETS:\nTASTING TICKETS – An additional 13 Tasting Tickets are now available for each Part.\nIncludes access to the Zoom session\, 6 x 50ml samples & delivery.\nAll Tasting Tickets must be purchased before 4pm\, Sunday 19 September. \n⇒ Members Tasting Ticket for 1 part – $30 + booking fee \n⇒ Members Tasting Ticket for all 3 parts – $75 + booking fee \n\nTo access the Members priced ticket\, Sommeliers Australia Members login at sommeliers.com.au\nClick the ‘Members Only Offers’ button on the dashboard for the Exploration of Fortifieds discount coupon code (separate coupons for 1 Part only\, or all 3 Parts)\, then proceed to Humanitix and apply the code at checkout.\n\n⇒ Non-Members Tasting Ticket for 1 part – $45 + booking fee \n⇒ Non-Members Tasting Ticket for all 3 parts – $110 + booking fee \n  \nEXPLORE TICKETS\nBookings must be made before 4pm\, Sunday 3 October to receive the Zoom link.⠀\nIncludes access to the Zoom session only.\nAttendees can take part using similar wines from their own cellars. \n⇒ Explore Ticket – FREE \n  \nTO BOOK:\nCLICK HERE to book your tickets via Humanitix. \n  \nThis session will be hosted on Zoom\, at 3pm AEDT.\nTicket holders will be emailed the Zoom link and access info. \n  \nNote: If purchasing a Tasting Ticket\, there’s no need to register for an Explore Ticket as well. \n  \n  \nSommeliers Australia thanks Bibendum and The Spanish Acquisition for their generous support of Part 1 Exploration of Fortified Wines.
URL:https://sandbox.sommeliers.com.au/event/online-part-1-exploration-of-fortified-wines-sherry-madeira/
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SUMMARY:[ONLINE] Sommeliers Australia 2021 AGM
DESCRIPTION: * All Members invited to attend. Registration open until 5pm\, 16 Sept *\n  \nSommeliers Australia\n2021 National Annual General Meeting\nMonday 20 September 2021\, 11am-12pm AEST\nHeld online via Zoom – registration is required \n\nIn consideration of the ongoing uncertainty around COVID-19 restrictions and border closures\, the 2021 AGM and will be conducted online (via Zoom). All Sommeliers Australia members are invited to actively participate in the meeting which is scheduled for Monday 20 September from 11am-12pm AEST. \nAs a member of Sommeliers Australia\, the AGM is your opportunity to have a say in how Sommeliers Australia will be structured for 2021/2022. \nIn addition to reviewing the association’s business from the previous 2020/2021 financial year\, a new National Executive Committee will be elected during the AGM\, so it is important that as many members as possible attend. \nBoth current Professional and Enthusiast members (whose membership is current for the 2021/2022 period) are encouraged to attend and vote at the AGM. However only Professional members have the right to appoint a Proxy to vote on their behalf. \nTo confirm whether your membership is in fact current\, please login to sommeliers.com.au to check your membership status\, or contact info@sommeliers.com.au for assistance. \nIf your membership is not current and you would like to participate and vote in the AGM\, you have until 5pm\, Thursday 16 September to renew or purchase a membership via sommeliers.com.au. \n** AGM attendance – registration is required **\nAll current Sommeliers Australia members intending to participate in the AGM are required to register their attendance by 5pm\, Thursday 16 September\, so that all members eligible to vote can be confirmed. \n  \nCLICK HERE for more information about the AGM\, to register your attendance\, view the agenda or download a proxy form
URL:https://sandbox.sommeliers.com.au/event/online-sommeliers-australia-2021-agm/
LOCATION:Zoom
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SUMMARY:[ONLINE] Discover Corvina
DESCRIPTION:  \nWATCH THE RECORDING of Discover Corvina \n\nIn this ‘Discover Variety’ online session\, we’re exploring the versatility of Corvina! \nWith its origins in Italy\, Corvina is a dark-berried\, thick-skinned variety that is versatile enough to be made in several styles – from approachable dry/off-dry fruit driven styles to richer\, fuller ‘Amarone’ styles. \nSee how adaptable this primarily Veronese variety can be\, depending on how it’s made and where it’s grown. \nTo pass the time (appassimento!) and get to know Corvina and friends\, join Sommeliers Australia’s Lisa Cardelli (Terroir Selections) and Wiremu Andrews (Dearth of a Salesman)\, and their esteemed guest – the Don of Aussie-style Amarone – Brian Freeman (Freeman Vineyards). \n  \nThe three wines under discussion: \n\n\n\nAllegrini Valpolicella DOC\, Veneto ITA (750ml) – $34 RRP\n\n\nFreeman ‘Secco’\, Hilltops NSW (750ml) – $40 RRP\n\n\nSperi Amarone della Valpolicella\, Veneto ITA (375ml) – $85 RRP\n\n\n[Total value – $159 RRP]\n\n\n\n  \nTICKETS:\nTASTING TICKETS – 16 Tasting Tickets available.\nIncludes access to the Zoom session\, the 3 wines & delivery.\nAll Tasting Tickets must be purchased before 4pm\, Tuesday 31 August. \n⇒ Members Tasting Ticket – $99 + booking fee \n\nTo access the Members priced ticket\, Sommeliers Australia Members login at sommeliers.com.au and click the ‘Members Only Offers’ button on the dashboard for the Discover Corvina discount coupon code\, then proceed to Humanitix and apply the code at checkout.\n\n⇒ Non-Members Tasting Ticket – $110 + booking fee \nDISCOVER TICKETS\nBookings must be made before 5pm\, Tuesday 14 September to receive the Zoom link.⠀\nIncludes access to the Zoom session only.\nAttendees can take part using similar wines from their own cellars. \n⇒ Discover Ticket – FREE \n  \nTO BOOK:\nCLICK HERE to book your tickets via Humanitix. \n  \nThis session will be hosted on Zoom\, at 3pm AEST.\nTicket holders will be emailed the Zoom link and access info. \n  \nNote: If purchasing a Tasting Ticket\, there’s no need to register for a Discover Ticket as well. \n  \n  \nImage thanks to Speri.
URL:https://sandbox.sommeliers.com.au/event/online-discover-corvina/
LOCATION:Zoom
CATEGORIES:Sommeliers Australia Events
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DTSTART;TZID=Australia/Melbourne:20210906T170000
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SUMMARY:[ONLINE] Sydney Somms Afternoon Aperitivo Hour.
DESCRIPTION:The Sydney Sommelier community is invited to join Sommeliers Australia NSW Committee Members Louella Mathews (bibo) and Ben Moechtar (The Certified Sommelier) for a cheeky afternoon aperitivo and check-in during lockdown 2.0. \nThe Poor Toms ‘Aperitivo Packs’ previously advertised have all been allocated\, but those Sydney somms who missed out on a pack can still register to take part! \nFix yourself a drink and at 5pm login to Zoom for some lockdown conversation\, a few polls and some fun trivia questions. Nothing too serious\, just something to keep you entertained – maybe even distracted – during these trying lockdown times. \nREGISTER TO JOIN IN:\nFREE – but registration before 3pm\, Monday 6 September is essential to receive the Zoom link. \n  \nCLICK HERE to register via Humanitix. \n  \n\nFor those who registered before 4pm\, 1 September and were able to secure on of the 50 Poor Toms ‘Aperitivo Hour’ Packs\, pick-up will only be available on Monday 6 September\, between 12pm and 2pm\, from the venue you nominated: \nbibo wine bar – 7 Bay Street\, Double Bay NSW 2028 \nLe Pont Wine Store – 1/88 Alfred Street Sth\, Milsons Point NSW 2061 \nWhere’s Nick Wine Bar – 236 Marrickville Road\, Marrickville NSW 2204
URL:https://sandbox.sommeliers.com.au/event/online-sydney-somms-afternoon-aperitivo-hour-2/
LOCATION:Zoom
CATEGORIES:Sommeliers Australia Events
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DTSTART;TZID=Australia/Melbourne:20210810T180000
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SUMMARY:[ONLINE] Virtual Tuesday Night Drinks
DESCRIPTION: * For Professional members in lockdown *\n  \nLooking for a Tuesday night distraction?\nNeed to see some different faces?\nWant to connect with other somms and wine folk… \nThen join us for Tuesday Night Drinks!\n \nPour yourself a drink\, login to Zoom and spend a hour catching up with other sommeliers and wine professionals stuck in the lockdown rollercoaster… \nTalk about new favourite finds\, classic bottles\, favourite recipes\, sanity-saving strategies\, enjoy a change of company. Virtually all topics are up for discussion and laughs are a certainty! \n  \nTO TAKE PART:\nSommeliers Australia Professional members in NSW\, QLD & VIC should check their inbox for an invitation and Zoom link to join. \nIf you’re a Professional member in another state and you’d like to join for drinks\, please contact info@sommeliers.com.au before 3pm on Tuesday 10 August for the Zoom link. \n  \nPLEASE NOTE: This is an event for Sommeliers Australia Professional members only. \n  \n  \nPhoto with thanks to RIEDEL.
URL:https://sandbox.sommeliers.com.au/event/online-virtual-tuesday-night-drinks/
LOCATION:Zoom
CATEGORIES:Sommeliers Australia Events
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DTSTART;TZID=Australia/Melbourne:20210609T100000
DTEND;TZID=Australia/Melbourne:20210609T113000
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SUMMARY:[ONLINE] Diversity & Inclusion Forum for Wine & Hospitality Professionals
DESCRIPTION:** REGISTRATION NOW OPEN **\n  \nThe hospitality industry is based on welcoming guests and offering them just that – hospitality – in a comfortable and nurturing environment. \nBut as industry professionals\, do we actually do enough to help our colleagues and peers feel welcome and supported in the workplace? \nWhat needs to change for the industry to become more inclusive? \n\nTo gain a greater understanding of what Wine & Hospitality Professionals view as being barriers to both entry and progression within the hospitality industry\, the Sommeliers Australia D & I Working Group is hosting this online forum. \nSommeliers Australia members and other industry professionals keen to bring ideas\, energy and positive action to this space are all invited to join the discussion. \nThe forum discussion will be based around gender equity\, with a focus on recruitment\, inclusive and flexible environments\, leadership\, workplace behaviour\, etc. \nThe 90 minute forum will be moderated by Dr Bree Gorman\, a specialist consultant in the Diversity & Inclusion arena. \nTO REGISTER:\nRegistration to attend the Forum is essential. All registered attendees will be emailed the Zoom link and access info. \nCLICK HERE to register your attendance via Humanitix. \nRegistration closes at 4pm\, Monday 7 June. \n  \nThis forum will be hosted on Zoom\, at 10am AEST.\nRegistered attendees will be emailed the Zoom link and access info. \n\nAbout Dr Bree Gorman… \n \nBree is a Diversity and Inclusion consultant focused on turning good intentions into meaningful change. Bree works to enable organisations to build diverse work forces and create inclusive environments. Bree’s approach relies upon their expertise in research\, stakeholder engagement and knowledge translation\, skills which were developed in their previous career in science and research management. \nBree understands the barriers that are presented to women and people from other underrepresented groups as Bree has lived and professional experience operating in this space. Over the past 5 years Bree has worked with numerous organisations with a focus on creating strategy and action plans that are specific\, measurable and sustainable. Bree is an accomplished speaker and facilitator particularly in the areas of Inclusive Leadership\, LGBTIQA+ inclusion and gender equity.
URL:https://sandbox.sommeliers.com.au/event/online-diversity-inclusion-forum-for-wine-hospitality-professionals/
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SUMMARY:[ONLINE] Discover Garganega
DESCRIPTION:  \nWATCH THE RECORDING of Discover Garganega \n\nIn this ‘Discover Variety’ online session\, we’re exploring Garganega! \nFrom Soave Classico made with ‘heroic viticulture’ to the elegant sweetness of ‘Vendemmia Tardiva’\, via a pitstop in the King Valley\, join Sommeliers Australia’s Jarrett Michael Buffington\, Mirko Scanu (TWE) and their guest\, certified sommelier and Italian wine educator Daniel Marcella (Italian Wine Society) as they take a closer look at the unsung hero of Veneto’s white wine making\, Garganega. \n(Pronounced: gahr-GAH-neh-gah) \n  \nThe three wines: \n\n\n\nRange Life Garganega\, King Valley VIC (750ml) – $26 RRP\n\n\nBattistelle ‘Montesei’ Soave Classico\, Veneto ITL  (750ml) – $33 RRP\n\n\nSuavia ‘Le Rive’ Bianco Veronese\, Veneto ITL (750ml) – $70 RRP\n\n\n[Total value – $129 RRP]\n\n\n\n  \nTICKETS:\nTASTING TICKETS – ONLY 12 Tasting Tickets available.\nIncludes access to the Zoom session\, the 3 wines & delivery.\nAll Tasting Tickets must be purchased before 4pm\, Thursday 20 May. \n⇒ Members Tasting Ticket – $85 + booking fee \n\nTo access the Members priced ticket\, Sommeliers Australia Members login at sommeliers.com.au and click the ‘Members Only Offers’ button on the dashboard for the Discover Garganega discount coupon code\, then proceed to Humanitix and apply the code at checkout.\n\n⇒ Non-Members Tasting Ticket – $95 + booking fee \nDISCOVER TICKETS\nBookings are essential.\nIncludes access to the Zoom session only.\nAttendees can take part using similar wines from their own cellars. \n⇒ Discover Ticket – FREE \n  \nTO BOOK:\nCLICK HERE to book your tickets via Humanitix. \n  \nThis session will be hosted on Zoom\, at 4pm AEST.\nTicket holders will be emailed the Zoom link and access info. \n  \nNote: If purchasing a Tasting Ticket\, there’s no need to register for a Discover Ticket as well. \n  \n  \nImage thanks to Suavia.
URL:https://sandbox.sommeliers.com.au/event/online-discover-garganega/
LOCATION:Zoom
CATEGORIES:Sommeliers Australia Events
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DTSTART;TZID=Australia/Melbourne:20210531T160000
DTEND;TZID=Australia/Melbourne:20210531T170000
DTSTAMP:20260606T195201
CREATED:20210413T072625Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20210616T094050Z
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SUMMARY:[ONLINE] Discover Sangiovese
DESCRIPTION:  \nWATCH THE RECORDING of Discover Sangiovese \n\nIn this ‘Discover Variety’ online session\, we’re uncovering Sangiovese! \nWhat are the hallmarks of Sangiovese and how does winemaking interplay with terroir to create such diversity in style? \nJoin Sommeliers Australia’s Bridget Raffal (Where’s Nick Wine Bar) and Louella Mathews (Bibo Wine Bar)\, and their Sangiovese loving guests – importer\, Matt Paul (Trembath & Taylor) and winemaker\, Mark Walpole – as they explore the many different expressions of Sangiovese\, across both Italy and Australia – where the future is bright. \n  \nThe three wines: \n\n\n\nFighting Gully Road Sangiovese\, Beechworth VIC (750ml) – $32 RRP\n\n\nArgiano Rosso di Montalcino DOC\, Tuscany ITL  (750ml) – $43 RRP\n\n\nPoggerino Chianti Classico DOCG\, Tuscany ITL (750ml) – $45 RRP\n\n\n[Total value – $120 RRP]\n\n\n\n  \nTICKETS:\nTASTING TICKETS – ONLY 4 Tasting Tickets available.\nIncludes access to the Zoom session\, the 3 wines & delivery.\nAll Tasting Tickets must be purchased before 4pm\, Monday 10 May. \n⇒ Members Tasting Ticket – $85 + booking fee \n\nTo access the Members priced ticket\, Sommeliers Australia Members login at sommeliers.com.au and click the ‘Members Only Offers’ button on the dashboard for the Discover Sangiovese discount coupon code\, then proceed to Humanitix and apply the code at checkout.\n\n⇒ Non-Members Tasting Ticket – $95 + booking fee \nDISCOVER TICKETS\nBookings are essential.\nIncludes access to the Zoom session only.\nAttendees can take part using similar wines from their own cellars. \n⇒ Discover Ticket – FREE \n  \nTO BOOK:\nCLICK HERE to book your tickets via Humanitix. \n  \nThis session will be hosted on Zoom\, at 4pm AEST.\nTicket holders will be emailed the Zoom link and access info. \n  \nNote: If purchasing a Tasting Ticket\, there’s no need to register for a Discover Ticket as well. \n  \n  \nImage thanks to Wine Australia/Ian Routledge.
URL:https://sandbox.sommeliers.com.au/event/online-discover-sangiovese/
LOCATION:Zoom
CATEGORIES:Sommeliers Australia Events
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DTSTART;TZID=Australia/Melbourne:20210427T150000
DTEND;TZID=Australia/Melbourne:20210427T160000
DTSTAMP:20260606T195201
CREATED:20210322T001637Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20210430T043316Z
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SUMMARY:[ONLINE] Discover Montepulciano
DESCRIPTION:WATCH THE RECORDING of Discover Montepulciano \n\nFor our next ‘Discover Variety’ online session\, we’re going the full Monte’! \nJoin Sommeliers Australia’s Lisa Cardelli (Terroir Selections)\, Greg Lightfoot (Santé Wines) and champion of Mediterranean varieties\, winemaker Ashley Ratcliff (Ricca Terra Farms) as they strip Montepulciano back to its roots and show us what the variety can do in Australia. \n  \nThe three wines: \n\n\n\n\nRicca Terra Montepulciano\, Riverland SA (750ml) – $27 RRP\n\n\nS.C. Pannell Montepulciano\, McLaren Vale SA  (750ml) – $30 RRP\n\n\nAurora Barricadiero Montepulciano \, Offida ITLY (750ml) – $67 RRP\n\n\n[Total value – $124 RRP]\n\n\n\n\n  \nTICKETS:\nTASTING TICKETS – ONLY 15 Tasting Tickets available.\nIncludes access to the Zoom session\, the 3 wines & delivery.\nAll Tasting Tickets must be purchased before 4pm\, Monday 12 April. \n⇒ Members Tasting Ticket – $88 + booking fee \n\nTo access the Members priced ticket\, Sommeliers Australia Members login at sommeliers.com.au and click the ‘Members Only Offers’ button on the dashboard for the Discover Montepulciano discount coupon code\, then proceed to Humanitix and apply the code at checkout.\n\n⇒ Non-Members Tasting Ticket – $98 + booking fee \nDISCOVER TICKETS\nBookings are essential.\nIncludes access to the Zoom session only.\nAttendees can take part using similar wines from their own cellars. \n⇒ Discover Ticket – FREE \n  \nTO BOOK:\nCLICK HERE to book your tickets via Humanitix. \n  \nThis session will be hosted on Zoom\, at 3pm AEST.\nTicket holders will be emailed the Zoom link and access info. \n  \nNote: If purchasing a Tasting Ticket\, there’s no need to register for a Discover Ticket as well. \n  \n  \nImage thanks to Wine Australia.
URL:https://sandbox.sommeliers.com.au/event/online-discover-montepulciano/
LOCATION:Zoom
CATEGORIES:Sommeliers Australia Events
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DTSTART;TZID=Australia/Melbourne:20210330T150000
DTEND;TZID=Australia/Melbourne:20210330T160000
DTSTAMP:20260606T195201
CREATED:20210217T021224Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20210401T052259Z
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SUMMARY:[ONLINE] Discover Chardonnay
DESCRIPTION:WATCH THE RECORDING of Discover Chardonnay \n\nWelcome to Sommeliers Australia’s online tasting series ‘Discover Variety’. \nFirst up for 2021 is Chardonnay! \n  \nJoin Sommeliers Australia’s Bridget Raffal (Where’s Nick Wine Bar) and Ben Moechtar (The Certified Sommelier)\, plus guest winemakers Pat Underwood (Little Reddie) and Samantha Connew (Stargazer) as they delve into new takes on Australian Chardonnay. \nWhat does modern Australian Chardonnay look like and where do our winemakers look to for inspiration? Join our panel in exploring three wines from up and coming winemakers\, who are challenging perceptions on regional and varietal typicity. \n  \nThe three wines: \n\n\n\n\nM & J Becker Wines Chardonnay\, Hunter Valley NSW (750ml) – $32 RRP\n\n\nLittle Reddie ‘Brothers’ Malmsbury Chardonnay\, Macedon VIC  (750ml) – $40 RRP\n\n\nStargazer Chardonnay\, Tasmania (750ml) – $55 RRP\n\n\n[Total value – $127 RRP]\n\n\n\n\n  \nTICKETS:\nTASTING TICKETS – LIMITED tickets still available.\nIncludes access to the Zoom session\, the 3 wines & delivery.\nAll Tasting Tickets must be purchased before 4pm\, Thursday 18 March. \n⇒ Members Tasting Ticket – $86 + booking fee \n\nTo access the Members priced ticket\, Sommeliers Australia Members login at sommeliers.com.au and click the ‘Members Only Offers’ button on the dashboard for the Discover Chardonnay discount coupon code\, then proceed to Humanitix and apply the code at checkout.\n\n⇒ Non-Members Tasting Ticket – $96 + booking fee \nDISCOVER TICKETS\nBookings are essential.\nIncludes access to the Zoom session only.\nAttendees can take part using similar wines from their own cellars.\n \n⇒ Discover Ticket – FREE \n  \nTO BOOK:\nCLICK HERE to book your tickets via Humanitix. \n  \nThis session will be hosted on Zoom\, at 3pm AEDT.\nTicket holders will be emailed the Zoom link and access info. \n  \nNote: If purchasing a Tasting Ticket\, there’s no need to register for a Discover Ticket as well. \n  \n  \nImage thanks to Wine Australia/Ian Routledge.
URL:https://sandbox.sommeliers.com.au/event/online-discover-chardonnay/
LOCATION:Zoom
CATEGORIES:Sommeliers Australia Events
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DTSTART;TZID=Australia/Melbourne:20210215T113000
DTEND;TZID=Australia/Melbourne:20210215T123000
DTSTAMP:20260606T195201
CREATED:20210115T044100Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20210115T044222Z
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SUMMARY:[Online] Sommeliers Australia 2020 AGM
DESCRIPTION:Sommeliers Australia\n2020 National Annual General Meeting\nMonday 15 February 2021\, 11.30am-12.30pm AEDT\nHeld online via Zoom – registration is required\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n  \nDue to the COVID-19 restrictions of the 2020 calendar year\, the Sommeliers Australia 2020 Annual General Meeting which would ordinarily have been held in-person in late 2020\, was postponed. \nIn consideration of the ongoing uncertainty around COVID-19 restrictions and border closures\, the 2020 AGM has now been scheduled for Monday 15 February from 11.30am-12.30pm AEDT and will be conducted online (via Zoom) so that all interested Sommeliers Australia members can actively participate. \n  \nAs a member of Sommeliers Australia\, the AGM is your opportunity to have a say in how Sommeliers Australia will be structured for 2021. \nIn addition to reviewing the association’s business from the 2019/2020 financial year\, a new National Executive Committee will be elected during the AGM\, so it is important that as many members as possible attend. \nBoth current Professional and Enthusiast members (whose membership is current for the 2020/2021 period) are encouraged to attend and vote at the AGM. However only Professional members have the right to appoint a Proxy to vote on their behalf. \nTo confirm whether your membership is in fact current\, please login to sommeliers.com.au to check your membership status\, or contact info@sommeliers.com.au for assistance. \nIf your membership is not current and you would like to participate and vote in the AGM\, you have until 5pm\, Thursday 11 February to renew or purchase a membership via sommeliers.com.au. \n  \n** AGM attendance – registration is required **\nAll current Sommeliers Australia members intending to participate in the AGM are required to register their attendance by 5pm\, Thursday 11 February\, so that all members eligible to vote can be confirmed. \n  \nCLICK HERE for more information about the AGM\, to register your attendance\, view the agenda or download a Proxy form
URL:https://sandbox.sommeliers.com.au/event/online-sommeliers-australia-2020-agm/
LOCATION:Zoom
CATEGORIES:Sommeliers Australia Events
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DTSTART;TZID=Australia/Melbourne:20201124T150000
DTEND;TZID=Australia/Melbourne:20201124T160000
DTSTAMP:20260606T195201
CREATED:20201020T005100Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20201030T015113Z
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SUMMARY:[ONLINE] Discover Semillon
DESCRIPTION:** TASTING TICKETS SOLD OUT **\nDiscover Tickets on sale until 23 November\n  \nFor our final Discover Variety session in 2020\, Sommeliers Australia’s Kim Bickley (WSET Educator & Thomas Wines) and Matt Dunne (Joval Group)\, Semillon specialist Andrew Thomas (Thomas Wines) plus a guest speaker from Moss Wood\, will delve into Semillon. \nOne grape\, two styles\, three regions. Frequently included in WSET tasting exams and tasted every year by the Masters of Wine\, Semillon is one of the few white wines that can age for decades. Join our panellists as they taste and discuss the unsung hero of many international regions\, and learn how to pick it in a blind tasting with ease. \n  \n\nThe three wines: \n\n\n\nThomas ‘Braemore’ Single Vineyard Semillon\, Hunter Valley Aust.  (750ml)\n– RRP $66\n\n\nMoss Wood Semillon\, Margaret River Aust.  (750ml) – RRP $37\n\n\nChateau Rieussec ‘Carmes de Rieussec’ Sauternes\, Bordeaux France (375mls)\n– RRP $36\n\n\n\n\n  \nTICKETS & BOOKING: \nTasting Ticket – $75 + booking fee\n*ONLY 15 Tasting Tickets available*\n(Includes access to the Zoom session\, the 3 wines & delivery) \nTasting Tickets must be purchased before 4pm\, Monday 9 November.\n \nDiscover Ticket – FREE\nBooking is required.\n(Includes access to the Zoom session only. Attendees can take part using similar wines from their own cellars.) \n  \nCLICK HERE to book your tickets via Humanitix. \n  \nThis session will be hosted on Zoom\, at 3pm AEDT.\nTicket holders will be contacted with the link and access info. \n  \nNote: If purchasing a Tasting Ticket\, there’s no need to register for a Discover Ticket as well.
URL:https://sandbox.sommeliers.com.au/event/online-discover-semillon/
LOCATION:Zoom
CATEGORIES:Sommeliers Australia Events
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DTSTART;TZID=Australia/Melbourne:20201110T160000
DTEND;TZID=Australia/Melbourne:20201110T170000
DTSTAMP:20260606T195201
CREATED:20201001T040041Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20210401T052106Z
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SUMMARY:[ONLINE] Discover Fiano
DESCRIPTION:WATCH THE RECORDING of Discover Fiano \n\nFor our next ‘Discover Variety’ online tasting\, join Sommeliers Australia’s Jenny Polack (Bacchus Wine Academy)\, Marin van der Klooster (Cuttings Wine) and guest producer Kim Chalmers (Chalmers Wines) as they look at Fiano. \nFiano\, one of the oldest grape varieties in the world\, is one of the newest grape varieties to Australia. Join Jenny\, Marin and Kim in a comparison tasting of one of the most established producers in Campagna with two of the most exciting producers of the variety in Australia. \n  \n\nThe three wines: \n\n\n\nCoriole Fiano\, McLaren Vale Aust. (750ml) – RRP $26\n\n\nChalmers Fiano\, Heathcote Aust. (750ml) – RRP $35\n\n\nMastroberardino Fiano di Avellino DOCG\, Italy  (750ml) – RRP $38\n\n\n\n\n  \nTICKETS & BOOKING: \nTasting Ticket – $75 + booking fee\n*ONLY 15 Tasting Tickets available*\n(Includes access to the Zoom session\, the 3 wines & delivery) \nTasting Tickets must be purchased before 4pm\, Monday 26 October.\n \nDiscover Ticket – FREE\nBooking is required.\n(Includes access to the Zoom session only. Attendees can take part using similar wines from their own cellars.) \n  \nCLICK HERE to book your tickets via Humanitix. \n  \nThis session will be hosted on Zoom\, at 4pm AEDT.\nTicket holders will be contacted with the link and access info. \n  \nNote: If purchasing a Tasting Ticket\, there’s no need to register for a Discover Ticket as well. \n  \n  \nImage: Ian Routledge/Wine Australia
URL:https://sandbox.sommeliers.com.au/event/online-discover-fiano/
LOCATION:Zoom
CATEGORIES:Sommeliers Australia Events
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DTSTART;TZID=Australia/Melbourne:20201020T190000
DTEND;TZID=Australia/Melbourne:20201020T203000
DTSTAMP:20260606T195201
CREATED:20201008T040417Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20201008T040417Z
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SUMMARY:[ONLINE] Mornington Chardonnay Tasting Fundraiser for Covid-19 EAD
DESCRIPTION:Join Xavier Vigier\, head sommelier at Ten Minutes by Tractor in Main Ridge and Wiremu Andrews\, sommelier at Point Leo Estate and Laura Restaurants for a spotlight on Chardonnay from four Mornington Peninsula subregions. \nWines have been generously donated by:\nMoorooduc Estate\nPolperro\nTaturry\nTen Minutes by Tractor \nAll the proceeds for this tasting will be donated to Covid-19 EAD\, an incredible supporter of the hospitality community\, who provide meals to those who have been forced out of work and are not government-assisted. To date\, Covid-19 EAD has delivered almost 50\,000 meals to hospo workers in Melbourne! \nTo follow more:\n@covid19ead\n@dearthofasalesman\n@xavier.vigier.aiws \nDUE TO LOGISTICAL CHALLENGES\, TASTING PACKS ARE ONLY AVAILABLE TO THOSE LIVING IN METRO MELBOURNE AND MORNINGTON PENINSULA. \n  \nEVENT DETAILS\nTickets from $45\, all profits go to Covid-19 EAD \nThe tasting will be held live on Zoom\, Tuesday 20 October at 7pm AEDT \nTo book visit https://events.humanitix.com/mornington-peninsula-chardonnay-tasting \n 
URL:https://sandbox.sommeliers.com.au/event/online-mornington-chardonnay-tasting-fundraiser-for-covid-19-ead/
LOCATION:Zoom
CATEGORIES:Trade Events
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DTSTART;TZID=Australia/Melbourne:20201014T150000
DTEND;TZID=Australia/Melbourne:20201014T170000
DTSTAMP:20260606T195201
CREATED:20201008T034315Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20201009T035056Z
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SUMMARY:[ONLINE] Chateau Tanunda Collection Release 2020
DESCRIPTION:We invite you to the highly anticipated release of the Chateau Tanunda Collection 2020 on the 14 October. The sought-after collection includes new vintage releases from the highly awarded ‘The Everest’\, ‘Old Vine Expressions’ and ‘Terroirs of the Barossa’ ranges. \nChief Winemaker\, Neville Rowe\, will head up a panel including the Geber family\, Proprietor John Geber\, Michelle Geber\, Managing Director and wine personality Katie Spain. Neville will focus the discussion on the critical characteristics of the wines\, including vintage reports and cellaring potential\, as well as share personal stories behind the crafting of these wines. \n  \nTo register your spot for this premier event\, please visit: https://zoom.us/webinar/register/WN_8mNW4yP8TMumFr7llNiFsQ. \nThis is a Trade Only event.
URL:https://sandbox.sommeliers.com.au/event/chateau-tanunda-collection-release-2020/
LOCATION:Zoom
CATEGORIES:Trade Events
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DTSTART;TZID=Australia/Melbourne:20201013T150000
DTEND;TZID=Australia/Melbourne:20201013T160000
DTSTAMP:20260606T195201
CREATED:20200910T034350Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20201019T051618Z
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SUMMARY:[ONLINE] Discover Pinot Noir
DESCRIPTION:WATCH THE RECORDING of Discover Pinot Noir \n\nFor our next ‘Discover Variety’ online tasting\, join Sommeliers Australia’s Greg Lightfoot (Sante Wines) and Liam O’Brien (Cutler & Co./Athletes of Wine) as they look at Pinot Noir. \nAs Burgundy prices continue to head towards the stratosphere\, many cellars and wine lists have large gaps begging to be filled by Pinot Noir from the New World. Greg and Liam will look at examples from three of the best cool climate regions in the New World; highlight the similarities and discuss the differences of this noble and notable variety. \n\n\n  \nThe three wines: \n\n\n\nCurly Flat Pinot Noir\, Macedon Ranges Aust. (375ml) – RRP $29\n\n\nLa Crema Sonoma Coast Pinot Noir\, Sonoma Coast US (375ml)– RRP $32\n\n\nValli Gibbston Vineyard Pinot Noir\, Central Otago NZ (375ml) – RRP $40\n\n\n\n\n  \nTICKETS & BOOKING: \nTasting Ticket – $88 + booking fee\n*ONLY 12 Tasting Tickets available*\nFor delivery to metro NSW\, QLD\, SA & VIC  addresses – Tasting Tickets must be purchased before 3pm\, Thursday 1 October. \nFor TAS\, WA and regional addresses – Tasting Tickets must be purchased before 3pm\, Monday 28 September.\n(Includes access to the Zoom session\, the 3 wines & delivery) \nDiscover Ticket – FREE\nBooking via link below is required.\n(Includes access to the Zoom session only. Attendees can take part using similar wines from their own cellars.) \n  \nCLICK HERE to book your tickets via Humanitix. \n  \nThis session will be hosted on Zoom. Ticket holders will be contacted with the link and access info. \n  \nNote: If purchasing a Tasting Ticket\, there’s no need to register for a Discover Ticket as well. \n 
URL:https://sandbox.sommeliers.com.au/event/online-discover-pinot-noir/
LOCATION:Zoom
CATEGORIES:Sommeliers Australia Events
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DTSTART;TZID=Australia/Melbourne:20201007T160000
DTEND;TZID=Australia/Melbourne:20201007T170000
DTSTAMP:20260606T195201
CREATED:20200907T034802Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20201009T102243Z
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SUMMARY:[ONLINE] South African Wine: An Introduction
DESCRIPTION:WATCH THE RECORDING of South African Wines: An Introduction \n\nJoin Sommeliers Australia’s Evan Milne (#Stockonhand) as he welcomes importer David Clarke (Ex Animo Wines) and biodynamic farmer Johan Reyneke (Reyneke Wines) *live from South Africa*\, for an introduction to South African wine. \nThe trio will taste and discuss 3 classic South African styles – Swartland Chenin Blanc and Pinotage\, and Stellenbosch Cabernet blend. \n  \nThe three wines: \n\n\n\nBadenhorst Secateurs Chenin Blanc (750ml) – RRP $28\n\n\nRossouw Gouws & Clarke Pinotage (750ml) – RRP $31\n\n\nReyneke Cornerstone (Cabernet blend) (750ml) – RRP $51\n\n\n\n  \n  \nTICKETS & BOOKING: \nTasting Ticket – $60 + booking fee\nFor delivery to metro NSW\, QLD\, SA & VIC  addresses – Tasting Tickets must be purchased before 3pm\, Thursday 24 September. \nFor delivery to TAS\, WA and regional addresses – Tasting Tickets must be purchased before 3pm\, Monday 21 September.\n(Includes access to the Zoom webinar\, the 3 wines & delivery) \nDiscover Ticket – FREE\nBooking via link below is required.\n(Includes access to the Zoom webinar only. Attendees can take part using similar wines from their own cellars.) \n  \nCLICK HERE to book your tickets via Humanitix. \n  \nThis webinar will be hosted on Zoom. Ticket holders will be contacted with the link and access info. \n  \nNote: If purchasing a Tasting Ticket\, there’s no need to register for a Discover Ticket as well.
URL:https://sandbox.sommeliers.com.au/event/online-south-african-wine-an-introduction/
LOCATION:Zoom
CATEGORIES:Sommeliers Australia Events
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DTSTART;TZID=Australia/Melbourne:20200929T150000
DTEND;TZID=Australia/Melbourne:20200929T160000
DTSTAMP:20260606T195201
CREATED:20200907T004136Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20201008T015749Z
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SUMMARY:[ONLINE] Discover Pinot Grigio
DESCRIPTION:WATCH THE RECORDING of Discover Pinot Grigio \n\nFor the next session in our ‘Discover Variety’ webinar tasting series\, join Sommeliers Australia’s Lisa Cardelli (Tricolore Imports) and guest Italian sommelier Mirko Pastorelli (Vue de monde) as they look at demystifying the myths around Pinot Grigio. \nThree different regions\, three different styles\, one grape. Lisa and Mirko will take into account the past and the present of this variety\, and lead into a group discussion about its future. See how one of Australia’s classic examples compares to its Italian contemporaries. \nThe three wines: \n\n\n\n\n\n\nErste Neue Pinot Grigio\, Alto Adige Italy (750ml) – RRP $36\n\n\nPrimo Estate Joseph d’Elena Pinot Grigio\, McLaren Vale Aust. (750ml) \n– RRP $32\n\n\nBastianich Vini Orsone Pinot Grigio – RRP $48\n\n\n\n\n  \nTICKETS & BOOKING: \nTasting Ticket – $90 + booking fee\nMust be purchased before 3pm\, Thursday 17 September for delivery to metro NSW\, QLD\, SA & VIC only*. (Includes access to the Zoom webinar\, the 3 wines & delivery) \nDiscover Ticket – FREE\nBooking via link below is required.\n(Includes access to the Zoom webinar only. Attendees can take part using similar wines from their own cellars.) \n  \nCLICK HERE to book your tickets via Humanitix. \n  \nThis webinar will be hosted on Zoom. Ticket holders will be contacted with the link and access info. \n  \nNote: If purchasing a Tasting Ticket\, there’s no need to register for a Discover Ticket as well. \n  \n* Wine friends in TAS and WA – we’re sorry but with the short turn around on this event\, tasting packs won’t be delivered to you in time. But please join us for the online discussion! \n\n  \nImage: Lucca Piccini Basile/iStock
URL:https://sandbox.sommeliers.com.au/event/online-discover-pinot-grigio/
LOCATION:Zoom
CATEGORIES:Sommeliers Australia Events
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DTSTART;TZID=Australia/Melbourne:20200915T150000
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SUMMARY:[ONLINE] Discover Tempranillo
DESCRIPTION:WATCH THE RECORDING of Discover Tempranillo\n\n\n\nWelcome to the Sommeliers Australia online webinar tasting series called ‘Discover Variety’.\n\n\nFirst up is Tempranillo!\n\n  \nJoin Sommeliers Australia’s Wiremu Andrews (Dearth of a Salesman) and Sarah Andrew (Selador Wines/WSET Global) as they look at Tempranillo. \nThree different price-points\, three different regions\, one grape. Wiremu and Sarah will highlight the similarities and discuss the differences\, and see how one of Australia’s best examples compares to its Spanish contemporaries. \n\n\nThe three wines:\n\n\n\n\nBodegas Valdemar Conde de Valdemar Rioja Crianza (750ml) – RRP $26\n\n\nTelmo Rodríguez Dehesa Gago Tinta de Toro (750ml) – RRP $31\n\n\nMayford Tempranillo\, Alpine Valleys VIC (750ml) – RRP $43\n\n\n\n\n  \nTICKETS & BOOKING: \nTasting Ticket – $85 + booking fee\nMust be purchased before 3pm\, Friday 4 September for delivery to NSW\, QLD\, SA & VIC only*.\n (Includes access to the Zoom webinar\, the 3 wines + delivery) \nDiscover Ticket – FREE\nRegistration via link below is required.\n(Includes access to the Zoom webinar only. Attendees can take part using similar wines from their own cellars.) \n  \nCLICK HERE to book your tickets via Humanitix \n  \nThis webinar will be hosted on Zoom. Ticket holders will be contacted with the link and access info. \n  \n* Wine friends in TAS and WA – we’re sorry but with the short turn around on this event\, wine packs won’t be delivered to WA in time. But please join us for the online discussion! \n  \nImage: The Drinks Business
URL:https://sandbox.sommeliers.com.au/event/online-discover-tempranillo/
LOCATION:Zoom
CATEGORIES:Sommeliers Australia Events
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