Grenache & Gourmet 2026

Your annual invitation to slow down and tune in to your senses. 
Come sip, savour, and stay a little longer.

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Grenache Through the Generations and Artisan Platter Experience
Angove

COST: All tickets $55

Sip and savour the story of Grenache through three distinctive wines. ...

18 Sep 2026 - 04 Oct 2026
11:30 AM - 3:30 PM

The Grenache Detective
Shadow Creek

COST: All tickets $45

As part of McLaren Vale's Grenache & Gourmet Festival, Shadow Creek presents The Grenache Detective. ...

18 Sep 2026 - 27 Sep 2026
11:00 AM - 2:30 PM

Harry's Deli | In Our Element Dining Experience
Wirra Wirra

COST: All tickets $50.00

Delight in a crispy confit duck leg served with gratin potato and broccolini, perfectly paired with their new release 2023 Flower Vineyard Grenache. ...

18 Sep 2026 - 05 Oct 2026
10:00 AM - 4:00 PM

'Now and Then' at Beresford Estate
Beresford Estate

COST: All tickets $20

Join them for an indulgent tasting in the Beresford Tasting Pavilion during the Grenache & Gourmet! ...

18 Sep 2026 - 05 Oct 2026
10:00 AM - 4:00 PM

Custodians of Grenache Tasting at d'Arenberg
d'Arenberg

COST: All tickets $30.00

Join d'Arenberg in celebrating McLaren Vale Grenache & Gourmet with this tasting dedicated to Grenache. ...

18 Sep 2026 - 05 Oct 2026
10:30 AM - 3:30 PM

Five Wines From One Vineyard
Kay Brothers

COST: All tickets $20

A guided tasting of five Grenache expressions from a single vineyard at Kay Brothers. ...

18 Sep 2026 - 05 Oct 2026
10:00 AM - 5:00 PM

One Grape, Many Wines
As If Wines

COST: All tickets $25.00

Celebrate Grenache & Gourmet 2026! ...

18 Sep 2026 - 05 Oct 2026
4:00 PM - 4:45 PM

In Praise of Grenache
Pearl

COST: Adult $150

The first days of spring bring a magnetic pull to the coast. The ocean feels a little warmer, the afternoons stretch a little longer, and ...

18 Sep 2026
12:00 PM - 4:00 PM

Four Seasons of Grenache Masterclass
Serafino Wines

COST: All tickets $30

Enjoy a Grenache Masterclass conducted by Serafino's cellar door manager, Steph Imer (DipWSET). ...

18 Sep 2026 - 05 Oct 2026
10:00 AM - 3:00 PM

Ragu and Red at Ekhidna Kitchen
Ekhidna Kitchen

COST: All tickets $70

Join them for this year's Grenache & Gourmet Festival. They are hosting delicious lunches every day. ...

18 Sep 2026 - 04 Oct 2026
11:30 AM - 2:30 PM

Four Shades of Grenache
Oliver's Taranga

COST: Adult $15

Discover just how many hats Grenache can wear with this guided tasting experience celebrating one of McLaren Vale's most vibrant grapes. ...

18 Sep 2026 - 05 Oct 2026
10:00 AM - 11:00 AM

Graze & Grenache Aphelion Wine & Nibbles Flight
Aphelion

COST: All tickets $40

A special flight of four of Aphelion's stunning Grenache wines, each paired to a salt of the earth inspired local nibble. ...

18 Sep 2026 - 05 Oct 2026
11:00 AM - 5:00 PM

Orbis Open Cellar
Orbis Wines

COST: All tickets $20

Set amongst the vines in McLaren Vale, the Orbis Vineyard Tasting Room is a chance to step behind the label. ...

18 Sep 2026 - 05 Oct 2026
10:00 AM - 4:00 PM

The Districts Grenache Experience at d'Arenberg
d'Arenberg

COST: All tickets $50.00

Join them to celebrate McLaren Vale Grenache & Gourmet with an experience that showcases the remarkable diversity of the region's geology. ...

18 Sep 2026 - 05 Oct 2026
10:30 AM - 3:30 PM

Linguine & Grenache Lunch
Hither & Yon

COST: All tickets $55

As part of this year's McLaren Vale Grenache & Gourmet Festival, Hither and Yon is hosting a special Linguine & Grenache lunch. ...

18 Sep 2026 - 25 Sep 2026
11:00 AM - 4:00 PM

Grenache & Gourmet at McLaren Vale Hotel
McLaren Vale Hotel

COST: All tickets $42

Grenache & Gourmet, the McLaren Vale Hotel way - delicious food paired with equally delicious wine. ...

18 Sep 2026 - 05 Oct 2026
12:00 PM - 9:00 PM

The Grenache Disruption
Hugh Hamilton

COST: All tickets $20

A hosted exploration of Hugh Hamilton Wines' provocative and expressive approach to Grenache. ...

18 Sep 2026 - 05 Oct 2026
11:00 AM - 5:00 PM

In Our Element Tasting Flight
Wirra Wirra

COST: All tickets $50.00

An immersive tasting flight of Wirra Wirra McLaren Vale Grenache paired with a four-course canape menu from Harry's Deli, crafted by Head Chef, Taiaha Ngawiki. ...

18 Sep 2026 - 05 Oct 2026
10:00 AM - 5:00 PM

Bondar Grenache Over The Years
Bondar Wines

COST: Adult $30

COST: Member $25.50

Visit Bondar's intimate McLaren Vale cellar door during the 2026 Grenache & Gourmet Festival to vertically taste through three back vintages of Bondar and Hope ...

18 Sep 2026 - 02 Oct 2026
12:00 PM - 4:00 PM

Grenache x Sri Lankan Street Food
Nick Haselgrove Wines

COST: All tickets $45

Have you ever tried a hopper? If not, you must experience one at Nick Haselgrove Wines! ...

18 Sep 2026
5:30 PM - 11:00 PM

Grenache & Grill at Patritti
Patritti Wines

COST: $0 - purchase own food and drink

Charcoal-cooked South American-inspired cuisine, live music and a showcase of Patritti Grenache. ...

18 Sep 2026 - 20 Sep 2026
5:00 PM - 9:00 PM

Three Expressions
Beach Road Wines
Discover three unique expressions of Grenache in this guided wine and food experience. This exclusive seated tasting has been created especially for the Grenache & ...

19 Sep 2026 - 04 Oct 2026
11:00 AM - 4:00 PM

Exploring the Science of Taste
Juxtaposed

COST: $49

Join Sensory Scientist and Juxtaposed Winemaker Dr Wes Pearson for a fun and interactive masterclass on taste, food and wine pairing, and Grenache. Discover how ...

19 Sep 2026 - 20 Sep 2026
1:00 PM - 2:00 PM

Old Vines to New Expressions
Grounded Cru

COST: All tickets $70

Explore Grenache from every angle in this exclusive guided tasting and vineyard journey at Grounded Cru. ...

19 Sep 2026 - 20 Sep 2026
12:00 PM - 1:00 PM

Le printemps à Coriole
Coriole Vineyards

COST: All tickets $110

Celebrate the arrival of spring in McLaren Vale with a long lunch from the Coriole Restaurant, inspired by French flavours. ...

20 Sep 2026
12:30 PM - 3:30 PM

Varney Single Sites Unveiled
Varney Wines

COST: All tickets $95.00

Join Alan Varney for the inaugural release of Varney Wine's Single Site Grenaches. ...

20 Sep 2026
11:00 AM - 1:00 PM

Grenache Options: Bekkers Ultimate Blind Tasting Challenge
Bekkers Wine

COST: Adult $95.00

Bekkers will once again host three sessions of "Grenache Options"-a guided tasting adventure . ...

20 Sep 2026 - 04 Oct 2026
11:00 AM - 12:30 PM

Tapas & Terroir
Hastwell & Lightfoot
Join Hastwell & Lightfoot during the McLaren Vale Grenache & Gourmet Festival for a vibrant Spanish-inspired food and wine tasting experience celebrating the launch of ...

25 Sep 2026
7:00 PM - 9:30 PM

Walking with Donkeys by Journey Home Wines Ft. Grant Nash
Journey Home Wines

COST: All tickets $95.00

An afternoon of good Grenache, warm hospitality and a gentle walk with some very special four-legged companions. ...

27 Sep 2026
10:30 AM - 12:30 PM

Tread Lightly and Silent Noise - SOLD OUT!
By Silent Noise at Tread Lightly

COST: All tickets $165

A stunning evening of 7 beautiful wines (and maybe a cheeky cocktail) paired with gorgeous food curated by the chefs at Tread Lightly. ...

01 Oct 2026
6:30 PM - 10:00 PM

Grooves & Grenache
Woodstock Wines
Woodstock Wine is excited to be a part of the Grenache & Gourmet festival and bring you "Grooves & Grenache". ...

03 Oct 2026
11:30 AM - 4:00 PM

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