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IN VINO VERITAS WITH SANTO CILAURO
IN VINO VERITAS WITH SANTO CILAURO
One of Australia’s funniest men, Santo Cilauro, will sit down and share a glass of wine with old friend Merrick for a Comedy in the Vines exclusive conversation.
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WINE AEROBICS with NIKKI BRITTON
WINE AEROBICS with NIKKI BRITTON
Start the Sunday recovery in style with Nikki Britton leading an aerobics session to get the blood pumping and make you earn the first Pinot of the day. Sweatbands and anti-chafe encouraged!
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5KM WINE RUN
5KM WINE RUN
It wouldn’t be Comedy in the Vines without the Sunday morning wine run!
Starting at 11am from the main stage, join Merrick (and whichever comedians make it out of bed), for a run through the cherry orchards, with a stop for wine tasting every kilometre. A highlight of the festival for everyone who takes part.
Sunday 11am | $10
Ticket price includes 5 wine tastings
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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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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