Events
Join us as we uncover the nuances of different whisky styles and deepen our appreciation for this timeless libation.
Delve into the intricacies of distillation, learn how to properly proof down your whisky, master the art of storing your collection, and explore much more…..
Melbourne Wine School and Luke Campbell from Vinified have come together, and we've curated an unforgettable tasting journey that showcases the finest cool climate Chardonnay, Pinot Noir, and Pinot Gris from this prestigious region. Join us for an evening of exceptional wines and unparalleled enjoyment as we celebrate the beauty and flavour of Mornington Peninsula's wine heritage.
When: May 9thWhere: Inspire9 Level 1/41-43 Stewart St, Richmond VIC 3121
Cost: $140
Time: 7:00 pm
Duration: 1.5/2 hours
“We are challenging Burgundy, alongside the best Tasmanian Chardonnay and Pinot Noir. This will be a 5-course wine dinner like no other. GAME ON!
There is no doubt New Zealand boasts some the most awe-inspiring natural landscapes in the world and when it comes to New Zealand wine: from Auckland to Canterbury, the country is home to a number of fantastic wine regions with some pure and pristine examples. Join us, in conjuction with Melbourne Wine School as we showcase some of New Zealand’s best wines, producers and their prized pickings!
When: Thursday April 18th
Where: Inspire9 Level 1/41-43 Stewart St, Richmond VIC 3121
Investment: $140
Time: 7:00pm
The wines at this dinner are the kind we dream about. Join in the fun and decandance.
Alternative Australia is an excellent opportuntiy to delve into Australias' diverse range of grape varieties.
Jump out of your comfort zone and taste the extraordinary bredth of the Australian wine industry being held at Melbourne Wine School in Collingwood.Australia’s unique climate and landscape have fostered a fiercely independent wine scene, home to a vibrant and ever evolving community of growers, winemakers, and viticulturists.
With more than 65 unique Australian wine regions, we have the freedom to make exceptional wine, and do it our own unique way. We can continue to push the boundaries with a vast array of new grape varieties, with the goal of creating thrilling wines from our own backyard that can stand up to many of the best examples in the world.
Hosted by Vinifieds' principal Luke Campbell, this promises to be a vibrant tasting for the wine curious.
Come along to expand your knowledge and enjoy so much more of what is out there! This is a Talk and Taste event and Tickets are selling fast!
Luke and Mac are hosting a masterclass focusing on Macs’ Rieslings and cutting edge EB range. Come along to have a deeper look into these fascinating wines and some delicious snacks.
Riesling has long been a darling of the wine aficionado, producing wines of great complexity, depth & ageing potential. Its’ reputation & popularity have ebbed & flowed over the years, but thankfully it is again in the spotlight. Excellent handling in the hands of experienced growers & makers has forged renewed interest in this wonderfully expressive grape, Mac is very much a forerunner in this revolution. Working with two vineyards in the Strathbogie Ranges, Avenel produces the dry Riesling from granite & pink Quartz soils whist Caveat produces the RS ( Residual Sugar ) Rieslings from granitic, sandy loam soils, the sugar levels determined each season by the startling acidity of the fruit, harmony being the goal. The EB ( Experimental Batch ) range is a project that encourages the staff to seek the unusual & explore the unknown. Embracing what they don’t know or feel comfortable with produces wines that are daring & a little fun, pushing the boundaries and sharing what they feel has been a ‘successful’ experiment.
Born and raised in Beechworth, Victoria, Chris developed a curiosity for wine making in his teens. His interest was nurtured by Barry Morey at Sorrenberg while he worked with him on vintages before going on to complete a double degree in Viticultural Science and Wine Science at Latrobe University in Melbourne. His early passion for Chardonnay stayed with him as he went on to complete seven vintages on the Mornington Peninsula (with Kooyong Estate, Portsea Estate and Paringa Estate) and five in Burgundy.
“My philosophy for Sentiō is a work in progress. Making wines that represent where they’re from is the fundamental point. I always loved seeing wines that give a story of the vineyard and the region.”
Join us for a night with Chris, as we consider his wines and unfurl his influences. This is a fantastic opportunity to meet the man and his wines, to taste through the selection in an intimate, informative setting, eight wines complimented with four courses of divine Italian cuisine. Hosted by Luke Campbell.
Tickets $225 BOOK TODAY
Some of our topics:
How to Taste Wine like a Pro
Compare and Contrast wines of the World
Understanding your Palate
Fermentation; the hand of the Winemaker
Learn correct wine terminology, understand label information, appellation concepts as well as food and wine pairing theories. Acquire knowledge and experience direct form industry professional all in the comfort of you own space. This Advance Wine Course will open your mind to wines not just your eyes. Join us and unlock all the modules on your wine journey.
September Dates - 615PM Wed 7th, 14th, 21st & 28th
New Course dates Each Month.
Advanced Wine Course
Our Wine courses are written and taught by Industry leading sommeliers, for those who know wine but want to learn more.
KNOW WHAT WINE YOU LOVE, BUT WANT TO KNOW MORE? Do you want to upgrade your wine knowledge. Whether building on an existing interest or enhancing your enjoyment of wines; Our Modules will build an extensive foundation to the world of wine.
What you learn?
A broad course designed for those interested in delving deeper into the world of wine and what makes it one of the worlds most admired professions, this course will enhance you ability to Choose, identify and cellar wines.
What do you get in your pack?
You wine pack its delivered to your door, free of charge, include 2 Gabriel stems, 8 half bottles ~ 2 wines per week form all over the world, a wine tasting grid and tasting guide and course notes.
Tuscany delivering a lifetime of enjoyment from within its borders. Join us as we take a strole from north to south through a bountiful array of white and red wines. Think Chianti, Brunello, Super Tuscans and a host of white wines that have made this region famous.
We have the pleasure of presenting another and final virtual for Winter. We take the plunge into Australia’s hottest variety.
Pinot Noir should be a grape in everyone cellar - the ability to age and the ability to turn heads with finesse, power and terroir! Australian Pinot is in a glory stage and there are amazing examples being made all over the country. From the cool of Tasmania to the Yarra Valley and beyond. Victoria in particular has great typicality coming from its localised areas and GIs and we will focus on some favourites tonight as we taste through 6 wines showing differing ages, sites and makers. The Holy Grail awaits.
We send 6 x100 ml samples, along with detailed notes for the evening and take you through a 2hour journey with a personal Sommelier for the evening.
For the price of a great bottle you can try 6 wines and take the journey with us. Remember you can attend from anywhere you have an internet connection.
The 4th in our series of Winter wine virtuals as we dissect the marvel of Cabernet Sauvignon and its related wines.
Following Rhone, Bordeaux & rioja we head to focus on new world wine styles and see what makes the classic Aussie Cabernet tick.
The class is around 2 hours and you receive 6 x100ml wine samples carefully dedicated to show the snapshot of differing styles, winemakers, properties & vintages in one session. Guided notes and a Sommelier are yours for the evening as we debate the why’s, the wheres’s and the how’s of Cabernet and its blends.
The Australian pioneering blends of the 50’s and 60’s were often labelled dry red and essentially blends of Cabernet Sauvignon & Shiraz. This style is now out of general fashion though other varieties do come into play with these blending techniques. The classic Margret River Bordeaux blend of Cabernet & Merlot, the South Australian Coonawarra Cabs and the less heralded but equally divine Yarra Valley reds will be talking points and perhaps an Old World benchmark for comparison. Whatever the wines we invite you to join us if Cabernet is your thing as we get tannic for the evening with some classic red wines from Australia. Come find out with us why Cabernet learns itself so well to its common blending partners of Merlot, Petit Verdot and Cabernet Franc.
You can join from anywhere you have an internet connection.
Don’t miss out. Book today. Freight applies & available Australia wide.
Tickets here $229
This will be a sumptuous and limited capacity evening dinner
We will taste 2019 Run Rig (JUST RELEASED)
As well as aged gems, whites and reds direct from the Torbreck cellars.
Details TBC
A 3rd Masterclass and debate for the cooler months focused on the traditional wines of Rioja - based on Tempranillo grape.
Here at Vinified we have long championed the Rioja region for delicious and age worthy examples of Spanish red & white. We thought it necessary to add to our Winter Masterclass series with this region.
You likely know the drill by now. 6 100ml samples and a Zoom link. A Sommelier for a couple of hours of tasting, debate & history. It’s great fun and we encourage you to try.
Rioja long distressed by outdated winemaking and lack of market share and knowledge has almost made good wine but recently this could be viewed as excellent wine. Old Gran Reserves spending many years in oak to form liquid gold and matched brilliantly to the cuisine of the region. Offering great value for money and ease of drinking tonight we focus on the red wines based on Tempranillo, Graciano, Garnacha & Mazuelo varieties. We will serve some of our favourites and add a couple of super interesting and older wines too.
In 2007, the Regulating Council of the D.O.Ca. Rioja authorized, for the first time since 1925, the incorporation of some additional varieties within the limits of the denomination, changes that were reflected in two modifications of the existing Regulation approved in 2004. Tonight we explore the past and the present equally as we deep dive into the wines of Navarra!
Luke is hosting 4 intimate dinners with Winemakers that he knows and loves and this is where he will talk about there wines and their inspirations.
This is and intimate degustation dinner and 4 courses, with 8 wines where you will get and audience with some of the greats of the industry spanning their history, influences and wine.
As always, the team at Scopri will be looking after us, and you, in their intimate Private dinner room upstairs at the restaurant in Carlton.
Mac Forbes has been championing Yarra Valley wines and their subregions since 2004 and is extremely influential in the region.
Join us and take the journey through Macs eyes.
Mac Forbes Wines is woven together by a team of clever and passionate people, all contributing hugely in this demanding and slightly wild ride off the beaten track.
Still the kid in the playground… Mac has an insatiable need to delve deeper into the Yarra to uncover the full unbridled story. With so many vineyards, so many wines, Mac is still clearly enjoying this journey. Fluctuating between absolute commitment and belief while fighting the imposter mindset inherited as a cool climate Australian wine grower, there is still so much to achieve and learn. It’s frantic. It’s considered. And thankfully it’s still tonnes of fun.
This will be a fantastic opportunity to get integrated with Mac and his wines and taste an array of varieties through the evening.
If you are keen to join us act quickly!! We will only release 6 seats.
6 100ml samples as per previous virtuals and full notes and Masterclass provided through Zoom.
You can join from anywhere you have an internet connection. All for the same cost as a good bottle of classified Bordeaux.
Wines are TBC now but we can assure you it will be a wide array and there will be no stone left unturned.
Next up Rhone Valley Masterclass & Chateauneuf du Papes 26 May $299
6 100ml samples, full notes & Sommelier hosted Masterclass provided through Zoom.
This will certainly focus on Red -we may include white also.
Fascinating terroir and blends exist here, the Papal nature of the Appellation giving us clues to its past.
Grenache, Syrah & Mouvedre are only the beginning - pretty great wines to be tasting as we head into Winter.
Next event TBC.
The Scoop….
Luke will be hosting 4 intimate dinners with Winemakers that he knows and loves and this is where he will talk about there wines and their inspirations.
This is and intimate degustation dinner and 4 courses, with 8 wines where you will get and audience with some of the greats of the industry spanning their history, influences and wine.
As always, the team at Scopri will be looking after us, and you, in their intimate Private dinner room upstairs at the restaurant in Carlton.
Mario Marson has original cuttings of Sangiovese from the heralded Isle e Olena in Tuscany and his Sangiovese is and was a game changer.
Join us and take the journey through Marios eyes.
Vinea Marson is a small, family owned and operated winery in the heart of Heathcote in Central Victoria.
The inspiration stems from Mario’s Italian heritage – Mario’s grandfather made Friulano, Cabernet and Merlot and his great-grandfather was chief winemaker for the local padrone. His father, Giuseppe, planted rows of vines in their Melbourne backyard to bring Italian wine to the dinner table each night. Making wine and serving it with plentiful Italian food was a Marson way of life.
Mario and Helen together with their daughters, Laura, Madeleine and Emily, embarked upon their own journey - establishing Vinea Marson. Since 2000 the Marson family have cultivated vines in the ancient soils of Heathcote with dedication and passion, bringing premium quality wine to tables in Australia and overseas.
There will be Champagne half bottles on the evening, Grower and Maison and this is a very special event as Lucy joins us to bring a fresh look at the History of Champagne through her experience and knowledge.
Lucy Edwards has been working in the industry for over a decade and is passionate about sharing the secrets of Champagne. She is an expert in the field and is able to track down
some of the finest wines of the region.
Subjects covered:
- Marie Antoinette/ Louis XIV and their contribution to champagne
- Dom Perignon vs Christopher Merrett
- Champagne vs Burgundy in the 1700s --> movement from still red wine to sparkling
- Movement from sweet wine to brut (invention of Madame Pommery)- Creation of the Champagne Bureau during WWII (by Moet & Billecart) to combat the Nazi WeinFuhrers.
- Resurgence of rose wine in ChampagneJoin us for a pre Mothers Day event celebrating the bubble.
Rosé needs no introduction to most of us. There are many different styles within the category and we aim to showcase these this evening at our friends place Lagoon Dining.
If you haven’t dined here before expect an explosion of flavours with dishes spanning Asia and a fusion of flavours.
We will pour a whole bunch of different wine from Australia to Corsica to Provence and beyond.These lip smacking vibrant and flavourful styles will be used to compliment the range of dishes we expect at the hands of the chefs at Lagoon. It is quite simply an evening of enjoyment.
COVID SAFE*
SHARED MENU*
At least 6 Rosé wines to enjoy*
Its our first face to face of the year and we are super excited, we know there are plenty of you who have been waiting for these to kick off - GET INVOLVED TODAY
An example of the menu can be found here.
We will be custom writing our menu to suit the wines on the night. What else could one want.
***ONLY $149 ****
If you can’t make Dinner oe prefer another option on 13/1 we run a virtual tasting with the same wines!!! >>GO HERE
$275.00
A VIRTUAL MASTERCLASS TO FINISH THE YEAR
We thought it necessary to run one more of these!! Strap yourselves in - Chablis and Chardonnay await.
If you have attended one of these before you know the drill.
6 wines, 100ml samples and Zoom.
You can attend from anywhere you have an internet connection.
We compare 3 benchmark New World Chardonnay with the mineral wines of Chablis.
Producers include
NW - Mac Forbes(Yarra), Te Mata(Hawkes Bay), Singlefile(WA)
Chablis - Patrick Piuze, Laroche
There will be 6 wines to taste and compare. Join us on Sunday avo for a splash of dry white.
Our mid year sale was successful so we thought it prudent to run another!!
Join us at Vinified’s Warehouse in Glen Iris Saturday Dec 11 from10-2PM
Grab a glass and taste some wines with us.
There will be open vino to try as well as a plethora of take homes from the Vinified Cellar.
We would love to see you - come down and say hi,
Wines TBC
$10 entry
National Storage, 2A York Rd, Glen Iris, 3186 10-2PM, strictly.
In our 6th Italian Session, virtually, we explore different producers in the highlighted region of Tuscany - Montalcino. The wines will be based on Sangiovese and are certainly a benchmark in the international perspective.
Remember this is totally online, you can join from anywhere you have an internet connection.
We send you 6 100ml samples, masterclass notes, maps and a zoom invite. The session runs for around 2 hours and starts at 630PM
Next up will be the Island wines of Sicily & Sardinia.
Some of our topics:
How to Taste Wine like a Pro
Compare and Contrast wines of the World
Understanding your Palate
Fermentation; the hand of the Winemaker
Learn correct wine terminology, understand label information, appellation concepts as well as food and wine pairing theories. Acquire knowledge and experience direct form industry professional all in the comfort of you own space. This Advance Wine Course will open your mind to wines not just your eyes. Join us and unlock all the modules on your wine journey.
October Dates - 615PM Wed 6th, 13th, 20th & 27th
New Course dates Each Month.
Advanced Wine Course
Our Wine courses are written and taught by Industry leading sommeliers, for those who know wine but want to learn more.
KNOW WHAT WINE YOU LOVE, BUT WANT TO KNOW MORE? Do you want to upgrade your wine knowledge. Whether building on an existing interest or enhancing your enjoyment of wines; Our Modules will build an extensive foundation to the world of wine.
What you learn?
A broad course designed for those interested in delving deeper into the world of wine and what makes it one of the worlds most admired professions, this course will enhance you ability to Choose, identify and cellar wines.
What do you get in your pack?
You wine pack its delivered to your door, free of charge, include 2 Gabriel stems, 8 half bottles ~ 2 wines per week form all over the world, a wine tasting grid and tasting guide and course notes.
Join us on Thursday Night, August 19 for 3 couse dinner expertly matched to Nebbiolo and a range of Northern Italian wines . We will explore the styles, the vineyards and the producers of this great region unlike ever before. We have teamed up with importer Peter Johns from Melbourne.
Barolo and Barbaresco have a stylish reputation atop of the Italian wine tree, we will explore a number of sites on the night like Cannubi, Ginestra, Falletto and more find out why they belong in your cellar. If nothing else you will get a true understanding of the Nebbiolo grape..
Vinified’s Luke Campbell (Personal Sommelier) and Peter will guide you on how to taste, what to drink and what to put in your cellar while tasting his top discoveries from the region. Enjoy three fabulous courses in the private room at the Marameo in Russell Place(old Sarti).
Book Now, Tickets are strictly limited and this will sell out. $175
In our next Virtual session, we drill down deep on the wines of Italy based on the varieties of Sangiovese, Cabernet Sauvignon and others. Focussing on premium examples of Super Tuscan and Chianti Reserve wines.
Remember these are online and you can join from wherever you have an internet connection.
We send you 6 100ml samples, masterclass notes and a zoom link and maps for the evening. The session starts at 630 and runs for a couple of hours. If you have a love for Italian Red Wine then this will be an excellent way to upgrade your knowledge and taste some rare and exceptional wines.
TICKETS HERE $299
Join us at the Iconic Bibo for our Annual Winemakers dinner with this cult winery and we will explore the fruits of the legendary Heathcote producer 'Wild Duck Creek Estate'. Luke Campbell from Vinified, with Liam Anderson (Winemaker) Wild Duck will host this Standout Shiraz dinner. The line up will include 10 standout wines, both aged and new releases will be shown and we will walk you up and down the regions covering both white and reds wines including a rare sighting of Ducks Muck.
This is a rare opportunity to get up close and personal with Heathcote and one of its famous sons. It promises to be an awesome dinner at Bibo with an amazing menu and curated by the Bibo team alongside some esquistie wines both old and new.
6.30pm Friday 3th September, $179p.head Seats are limited, Book today!
Learn the Vocabulary around wines, learn what wines you like and why.
PART 4!! TUSCANY
We head to the coast and explore the infamous wine styles of Tuscany.
From Chianti to Vernaccia and Brunello.
What makes Tuscan wine so special?
What is the history of Chianti, why is it so famous?
What is the difference between Brunello and Rosso di Montalcino?
What is a Super Tuscan wine?
So very important and influential in Italian wine this should be an absolute delight!
Spend a couple of hours with us and explore the majesty of Tuscany through the eyes of a glass.
Next up a special focus on Sangiovese and Cabernet Sauvignon!! In depth look into the grapes and their expressions.
The beauty of these tastings is that they are live and interactive, they provide a bit of fun and light relief for those of us that enjoy a wine tasting and learning about the provenance of wine, winemakers and those stories behind the production.
We have a special clinic in store for our focus on two benchmark villages for the mighty Nebbiolo.
BAROLO Vs
BARBARESCO
Two titans of Nebbiolo wines and historically challenging each other in spades.
What are the specific differences?
What do the wines taste like?
Who are the best makers?
How do they age?
Join us as we answer these questions and more with a special FOCUS on Piedmont.
As part of our Winter Lunch Series, Vinified presents a long lunch at The Que Club in Lygon Street. Devoted to Rhone style reds and Blends.
Join us at one of the City's Hotspots of Que!. Our director Luke Campbell is back hosting an epic Lunch featuring Red Blends from Grenache through to Shiraz and the wines of The Rhone Valley (France) alongside some of their Australian counterparts. It's winter so lets delve into some extraordinary red wines and warm the soul with some exquisite cuisne from from the team at the que club. This promise's to be a delicious afternoon not to be missed with some insightful repartee, great wines and a sumptuous meal.
Australia’s great Shiraz's draw strong influence from the Rhône Valley as a whole, nowhere near as complex as Burgundy region or as expensive as Bordeaux. Luke will discuss the rising tide of Grenache, as we taste several wines and discover just how good these rhone styled blends are. Join us and enjoy a meat inpired luncheon of sensory pleasure, education and fun. (12.30pm for 1pm start)
If you love Shiraz or want to explore Grenache this lunch is ceratanly for you. Bookings essentialThe Que Club in Brunswick presents a BBQ focussed menu with an Organic twist. Vinified Sommeliers will tutor you through a long lunch and casual tasting in the Private Dining Room at the club. Wines will be announced closer to the time - there will be plenty on offer and you can join us for a long lazy afternoon and feast on the fine fare at a Melbourne institution.
