Pinot Palooza is coming back to the east coast, and it’s returning to its traditional spring-time slot. This sweet celebration of all things pinot came back to Melbourne in May last year, after a two and a half year postponement due to the pandemic. And now, this sensational event has confirmed dates in Sydney, Melbourne and Brisbane for October this year, marking a return to pre-pandemic normalcy. Look forward to a wine-derful line-up, with over 50 producers showcasing a massive array of pinot noir, like organic, biodynamic, vegan and low-intervention wines. This pinot party will take over The Timber Yard in Port Melbourne, on Friday October 27 and Saturday October 28.
Pinot Palooza
Sip your way through the festival and discover some of the best pinot producers from Australia, New Zealand and beyond. Highlights this year include:
- Burn Cottage (NZ)
- Small Island (TAS)
- Charteris (NZ)
- Murdoch Hill (SA)
- M&J Becker (NSW)
- Moondarra (VIC)
- Ghost Rock (TAS)
- Meadowbank (TAS)
If you’re feeling peckish, pair your wine with cheese, salumi, terrines, patê, olives and more.
Tickets in Melbourne, Sydney and Brisbane cost $65 plus booking fee, and includes all tastings, a wine glass on entry and a Pinot Palooza tote bag to help you take your bottles home.
Dates around Australia:
- Perth – August 25-27 – Centenary Pavilion, Claremont Showgrounds (in collaboration with Mould festival)
- Sydney – October 6-7 – Carriageworks Bay 22 – 24
- Brisbane – October 13-15 – John Reid Pavilion Brisbane Showgrounds
- Melbourne – October 27-28 – The Timber Yard Port Melbourne