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
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
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