Yarra Valley Wine Tasting and Lunch (Sunday 30 November)

[Princess Fiona]

Going to try really hard to re-organise a few things and make this.
It sounds fab

 

[blackcat20]

Unfortunately Im going to be a bronze for this , much to me disappointment as I have a Xmas party on the Saturday night in SYD. Im still yet to get to the Yarra Valley and it would have been a great opportunity to stock up for Xmas . Next time .

Thats a bummer!

Going to try really hard to re-organise a few things and make this.
It sounds fab

Awesome, would be great to have you along.

 

[Princess Fiona]

Thanks blackcat20 and TomVexville
I have booked for two

 

[blackcat20]

So there are just six spots left!

 

[serfty]

... and head to Innocent Bystander/Giant Steps for lunch and a premium wine tasting of the Giant Steps range...

Cost for this event is $65 (plus trybooking fee) and includes:
Bus to Yarra Valley and return to Melbourne and Melbourne Airport
Tasting at St Huberts
Tasting at Punt Road Wines
Premium tasting [with Lunch?] at Innocent Bystander/Giant Steps
Tasting fees are refunded if a purchase is made.
...

I presume the $65 includes Lunch?

 

[blackcat20]

I presume the $65 includes Lunch?

No, lunch is at own expense as we weren't keen on their banquet options and would have added an extra $40-60 to the cost.

Menu can be found here: http://www.innocentbystander.com.au/blog/restaurant-wine-bar

 

[Blinky]

I live quite close to the Yarra Valley and often take family and friends on wine tours. So I will opt out here.

It looks like the itinerary is set, but we always start out at the Coldstream Brewery. They have a tasting "platter" of small glasses of five or six beers and ciders for a modest price. IMHO, its a must if you are visiting this beautiful part of the world.

But, as I said, it's probably a set itinerary. If anyone visits independently, it's worth checking out.

 

[blackcat20]

I live quite close to the Yarra Valley and often take family and friends on wine tours. So I will opt out here.

It looks like the itinerary is set, but we always start out at the Coldstream Brewery. They have a tasting "platter" of small glasses of five or six beers and ciders for a modest price. IMHO, its a must if you are visiting this beautiful part of the world.

But, as I said, it's probably a set itinerary. If anyone visits independently, it's worth checking out.

I don't drink beer so it wasn't on my radar to be honest And yes the itinerary is set, all venues have been booked.

 

[Blinky]

I don't drink beer so it wasn't on my radar to be honest And yes the itinerary is set, all venues have been booked.

Fair enough. I wish you and other forumites the best of luck.

 

[Buzzard]

I don't drink beer so it wasn't on my radar to be honest And yes the itinerary is set, all venues have been booked.

Mrs B does not drink beer either so she will not be disapointed.

 

[TomVexille]

Thanks blackcat20 and TomVexville
I have booked for two

Good to have you two on board

 

[blackcat20]

There is also the brewery next door to Innocent Bystander which people can wander over to if they have finished lunch and wine tasting.

 

[TomVexille]

There is also the brewery next door to Innocent Bystander which people can wander over to if they have finished lunch and wine tasting.

Info here: White Rabbit

 

[Buzzard]

Info here: White Rabbit

I for one will dash across as I don't mind boutique beers.
Especially keen to try the dark ale.

 

[boomy]

Info here: White Rabbit

One of my favourite beers
So many choices, so little time...

 

[boomy]

I for one will dash across as I don't mind boutique beers.
Especially keen to try the dark ale.

I'll join you, the dark ale is excellent!

 

[Buzzard]

I'll join you, the dark ale is excellent!

It's a date!
Have you ever tried the Red Ale at the brewery in TSV?

 

[boomy]

It's a date!
Have you ever tried the Red Ale at the brewery in TSV?

I never been to TSV
Probably because I never needed those status runs

 

[JohnK]

Oh, its a Sunday?

I could have my arm twisted to do something on Saturday, but drinks before drinks can be dangerous

I thought you didn't drink!

 

[Blinky]

As I said, I'd love to join you guys, but it is a longer drive into the city than to the Yarra Valley. St Hubert's is a sensational winery and their old vine Shiraz is to kill for. Have fun.