Grampians Wine's 'Red Series' Returns this Winter

Western Victoria's top wineries are heading to Ballarat this month for an unmissable weekend of wine tasting and regional food as the much-loved Red Series returns to the Ballarat Mining Exchange.

Running across three sessions on Friday 25 July (4pm–7pm) and  Saturday 26 July (12pm–3pm; 4pm–7pm), the Red Series is your chance to taste more than 100 wines from 19 standout wineries across the Grampians, Pyrenees, Ballarat and Henty wine regions.

Now in its ninth year " and evolving from its early days as Seriously Shiraz " the Red Series continues to celebrate the rich winemaking heritage of Western Victoria. With a winemaking legacy that spans over 150 years, the Grampians and Pyrenees regions are home to both legendary labels and boutique producers, all crafting expressive cool-climate wines with character and heart.

Whether you're a seasoned connoisseur or simply love a good glass of red, the Red Series brings together exclusive tastings, limited-edition releases and the chance to buy direct from the makers in one of Ballarat's most iconic venues " just minutes from the train station.

Each ticket includes a souvenir glass, bottle carry bag and a charcuterie cone (with vegetarian, vegan and gluten-free options), with the option to pre-order or purchase additional gourmet hors d'oeuvres boxes for two ($45) from local producer  Hideaway. Wine writer and presenter Jeremy Oliver will also share his entertaining insights with guests during the event.


PARTICIPATING WINERIES

• Grampians: Mount Langi Ghiran, Grampians Estate, Clayfield Wines, Black & Ginger, SubRosa, Miners Ridge, Mountainside Wines and Seppelt Great Western.

• Pyrenees: Peerick, Dalwhinnie, Taltarni, Blue Pyrenees Estate, Wimmera Hills, Kara Kara, Grape Farm Winery, Sally's Paddock and Glenlofty Estate.Special Guests: Michael Unwin Wines (Ballarat) and Henty Estate (Henty).

• Special Guests: Michael Unwin Wines (Ballarat) and Henty Estate (Henty).

Whether you're stocking the cellar or discovering your next favourite drop, the Red Series is the perfect winter warm-up " full of flavour, conversation and connection.


FAST FACTS: GRAMPIANS WINE RED SERIES

• Where: The Ballarat Mining Exchange – 12 Lydiard Street North, Ballarat

• When: Friday 25 July – 4:00pm to 7:00pm, Saturday 26 July – 12:00pm to 3:00pm & 4:00pm to 7:00pm

• Tickets: Early bird: $55 + booking fee (includes tastings, souvenir glass, charcuterie cone and bottle carry bag)
  General admission: $65 + booking fee from 19 July

• Book now: events.humanitix.com/red-series