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CELLAR DOOR
CELLAR DOOR
Returning in 2026, but bigger and better! More wineries, more wines, more memories.
This is the Comedy in the Vines signature wine bar, where some of the very best winemakers in the world will be pouring their own drops direct into your glass. -
Succession masterclass
Succession masterclass
The Modernisation of a Wine Institution
De Bortoli is one of Australia’s oldest winemaking families, established in 1928 by Vittorio and Giuseppina De Bortoli. Almost a century later, they are championing the new generation of talent – including Jai Harrop.
Jai Harrop grew up immersed in the world of wine with both his parents heavily involved in the wine industry. His career path has taken him to a number of esteemed wineries including Brokenwood, Shaw and Smith, and now part of the De Bortoli team.
Jai brings a contagious energy and enthusiasm to his work. With an encyclopaedic knowledge of wine, he’s already beginning to introduce fresh ideas
Join Merrick as he chats with Jai to explore, and taste, the bright future of De Bortoli.
Hot tip: it tastes bloody good.
Sunday 2:30pm | $10
Ticket price includes 4 wine tastings
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STREET EATS
STREET EATS
Food glorious food! Keep your belly happy all weekend with some of the region’s best food offerings and Melbourne’s best food trucks and pop-ups.
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Yarra Yering Masterclass
Yarra Yering Masterclass
WITH Sarah Crowe & Merrick Watts
Sarah Crowe is a true legend of the Australian wine industry. A winner of the hugely prestigious James Halliday Winemaker of the Year award, and head winemaker at the iconic Yarra Yering, she also finds time to travel the country judging at wine shows.
She was recently Panel Chair of the Barossa Wine Show tasting panel, which featured another judge you may have heard of… (it’s Mez).
Join Sarah and Merrick for a laugh and a drink, as they show some of Australia’s very best wines, handmade by Sarah herself.
Sunday 1:00pm | $20
Ticket price includes 3 wine tastings
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Platters by Good Morning Club
Platters by Good Morning Club
No Queue for You – Pre-Order yours now
Let’s be honest, you didn’t come to a comedy festival in the vines to eat a sad sandwich. You came for laughs, wine, and something decent to put in your mouth between sets.
Serves 2-3 (or 1 very committed legend)
Antipasto Box
Soft and hard cheese, salami and prosciutto, blueberries and apricots, quince and olives, and crackers to bring it all together. Everything you need for a proper day in the vines.
$35
Cheese Only
Soft, hard and a blue, blueberries and apricot, quince and olives, walnuts, and crackers. No meat, no distractions, just a serious cheese board.
$28