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

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Rioja long distressed by outdated winemaking and lack of market share and knowledge has almost made good wine but recently this could be viewed as excellent wine.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!

TICKETS $229 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.

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

TICKETS HERE $299

Next up will be the Island wines of Sicily & Sardinia.

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

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.

TICKETS HERE $275