The Shortest Lunch is coming back to the Yarra Valley. Treat yourself over one wintery weekend, and sample tasty drops from nine small-batch wine producers. Meet the makers at their cellar doors and enjoy handcrafted wines and tasty bites, as well as live music, roaring fire pits and even wine-themed quests. The Shortest Lunch will take place on Saturday June 22 and Sunday June 23, in celebration of the winter solstice.
The Shortest Lunch
Wander into the Yarra Valley, and visit some boutique and family-owned wineries in the region. Meet the makers and learn all about their winemaking process, their favourite drops and more.
There’s over 50 wines available to taste, including sparkling, rosé, reds and whites. Find new and vintage releases, as well as orange, pet-nat, dessert wines, cider and beer.
Alongside the drinks, each winery has a curated selection of entrée-sized bites under $25. Tuck into hearty pasta dishes, slow-cooked meats, fresh calzones, ploughman’s platters, comforting apple pies and more. Most venues will also have options for kids and accommodations for those with dietary requirements.
This year, there will be three wine-themed quests to keep you busy. Designed by an escape room architect, you’ll hunt for clues at participating wineries to win a special prize. Some venues will also have other fun experiences, such as boozy hot chocolate and a free petting zoo at Tokar Estate.
The wineries you can visit are:
- Billanook Estate
- Boat O’Craigo
- Kellybrook Winery
- Seville Hill
- Steels Gate
- Sutherland Estate
- Tokar Estate
- Whispering Hills
- Yering Farm Wines
Some of these venues are dog-friendly, so you won’t have to leave your furry pal behind.
Daily tickets are $35 per person. This gives you access to tastings for one day, as well as a complimentary tasting glass to keep. Weekend tickets are $50 per person. There’s also VIP tickets at $110 per person, which gives access to tastings over both days, a glass to keep, a glass of wine, a bottle of one and a meal voucher. Children, non-drinkers and designated drivers have free entry.
Learn more about this winter festival and see the menus for participating wineries here.