ENJOY lunch at Tokar Estate’s restaurant or out on the terrace and take in the magnificent views of the surrounding hills and nearby vineyards.
The restaurant’s Mediterranean cuisine complements the Tokar Estate wine range from cool Chardonnay to the rich and vibrant Tempranillo, the Yarra Valley’s only Spanish variety.
Lunch can be a la carte on weekends and public holidays or $27 for two courses with a glass of wine.
Tokar Estate has now also opened its doors for that special evening experience.
Dinner is now available Friday and Saturday nights. Bookings are essential on 5964 9585.
Warramate Wines
WARRAMATE is a boutique family owned winery which was established in 1970.
The vineyard is planted on the northern slopes of the Warramate Ranges overlooking the beautiful Yarra Valley.
The vines are hand tended and non irrigated producing very low yields of intensely flavoured grapes.
The resulting wines, Riesling, Shiraz and Cabernet Sauvignon display lovely fruit characters when young but have also proven to age admirably since the first commercial vintage in 1976.
In 2005 the winery released its first vintage produced from new vines planted in 2000 – the Black label Shiraz, Cabernet and Pinot Noir.
These are also 100 per cent estate grown and are given the same attention as the old vines. The wines are available at the cellar door, in selected retail outlets and restaurants.
Balgownie Estate
INDULGE and party the afternoon away.
At Grape Grazing 2006, Balgownie Estate will offer a feast of food, wine and music.
Treat the senses with gourmet pizzas of smoked salmon, smoked venison or vegetarian matched to Balgownie’s award winning Yarra Valley Pinot Noir and Chardonnay.
On Sunday afternoon, see Damian Whitty from Spiderbait perform live showcasing his acoustic originals.
Visitors can relax to the funk and jazz of Cactus or dance non stop to the six piece fabulous Fate Brothers performing soul, R&B and hits. Come and enjoy Balgownie Estate.
Bianchet Winery
There are many stories attached to Bianchet Winery.
From 1976 when planted by Italian migrants Lour and Theresa Bianchet the vineyard has grown into the popular winery and restaurant it is today.
Close to the eastern suburbs and the Yarra Valley, Bianchet has recently change hands. Bianchet wines continue to be hand crafted into highly sought after boutique wines.
Bianchet’s restaurant is also changing. Grape Grazing weekend sees a rebirth as Cuccina Rosso, a new venture dedicated to produce of the Yarra Valley.
There are timeless classic dishes and modern fair. Come and be a part of the next story.
Sticks
STICKS Winery and Cellar Door is a unique property just a couple of kilometres off the Melba Highway in Yarra Glen.
The cellar door is open every day and boasts some of the most breathtaking views of the Yarra Valley and Great Dividing Range.
Sticks Winery produces award winning, fruit driven, affordable wines with strong varietal characteristics.
The 2004 Chardonnay has recently been awarded a place not only in the Top 10 Best Value for Money Whites under $25, but also in James Halliday’s Top 101 Wines.
Soon to be released are the cellar door only wines. The range is also available by the glass for those wanting to relax on the grounds with a picnic lunch or barbecue.
Join the Sticks mailing list by sending details to cellardoor@sticks.com .au.
Elmswood Estate
DISCOVER Elmswood Estate’s 25-year-old vines producing award winning boutique wines.
There are expansive spectacular views over the Upper Yarra Valley and stunning gardens and leafy shade trees encircling a relaxing pavilion.
This is what grape grazing is all about.
Join Elmswood Estate and enjoy the treasured Warburton Highway side of the valley.
Start with breakfast from 9.30am then the luncheon fare will be a delight.
Olinda’s Wild Oak Restaurant will prepare a feast while Honey B and The Stingers entertain. Grape Grazing is on 18 and 19 February from 11am to 5pm.
