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SUMMARY:[NSW] Masterful Musar - Lebanese History Through the Glass
DESCRIPTION:Sommeliers Australia\, in partnership with Negociants and Samuel Smith & Son\, proudly presents Masterful Musar – Lebanese History Through the Glass.\n\nJoin us for a rare and compelling masterclass exploring the legacy of Château Musar\, one of the world’s most distinctive and storied wine estates. Sommeliers Australia’s Hanna Brugnolli (Sahtein) is honoured to welcome Ralph Hochar (Château Musar) who will lead this immersive session and share a deeply personal perspective on Musar’s philosophy\, heritage\, and evolution.\n\nThis masterclass will explore the idea of ancient continuity in Lebanese wine—where tradition is not preserved in the past\, but expressed dynamically in every vintage. From the influence of terroir in the Bekaa Valley to Musar’s unwavering commitment to authenticity and minimal intervention\, the wines stand as a powerful testament to the enduring spirit of Lebanese winemaking.\n\n\nThrough a guided tasting\, gain insight into Château Musar as a benchmark for wine as cultural expression and living history. Alongside\, a small curated selection of other Lebanese wines—producers whose global presence today owes much to the path Musar helped forge—offers a broader perspective on the evolution and future of Lebanese winemaking. \nA must-attend for sommeliers and wine professionals seeking to expand their perspective on heritage\, terroir\, and the evolving identity of Lebanese wine.
URL:https://sommeliers.com.au/event/nsw-masterful-musar-lebanese-history-through-the-glass/
LOCATION:Sahtein\, Argyle Stores\, 18b Argyle St\, The Rocks\, NSW\, 2000\, Australia
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SUMMARY:[WA] Blind Tasting Group 14
DESCRIPTION:Tasting wines blind is the best way to improve your palate. But three things often stand in the way – it can be costly\, it takes up time\, and it can be intimidating. \nOur monthly blind tasting sessions eliminate all of these obstacles\, because for 1 hour it’s just between you and what’s in the glass! Simply book in\, turn up\, taste and expand your tasting ability\, with guidance from Sommeliers Australia’s host Foni Pollitt (Mayfair Lane Pub & Dining Room). At the conclusion of each bracket\, Foni will give a short summary on the key pointers for the tasting of the wine\, and how to get to the correct conclusions. \nFour different wines – two whites and two reds – will be tasted each month. Wines are chosen primarily for their typicity and are a mixed bag of varieties\, origins\, quality and price points. \nSuitable for anyone in the industry wanting to practice blind tasting in a structured way\, those studying WSET and CMS\, or anyone looking to shake up their ‘cellar palate’.
URL:https://sommeliers.com.au/event/wa-blind-tasting-group-14/
LOCATION:Mayfair Lane\, 72 Outram Street\, West Perth\, WA\, 6005\, Australia
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SUMMARY:[TAS] Blind Tasting Group 9
DESCRIPTION:Blind tasting is one of the most effective ways to refine your palate\, but it often comes with challenges – it can be expensive\, time-consuming\, and intimidating. \nTo make blind tasting more accessible\, Sommeliers Australia has recently introduced a dedicated tasting group in Tasmania. These sessions have already proven to be highly successful\, providing a structured and supportive environment for wine professionals\, students\, and enthusiasts. \nEach session runs for one hour\, allowing you to focus purely on what’s in the glass. Simply book\, turn up\, taste\, and develop your skills with expert guidance from host Ethan Han (head sommelier Black Cow Bistro). \nThroughout the session\, you’ll taste four wines – two whites and two reds – carefully selected for their typicity\, representing a diverse mix of varieties\, origins\, quality levels\, and price points. At the conclusion of each bracket\, your host will provide key insights and practical techniques to help refine your tasting approach. \nThis tasting group is ideal for industry professionals looking for structured blind tasting practice\, WSET and CMS students preparing for exams\, or anyone wanting to challenge and expand their palate.
URL:https://sommeliers.com.au/event/tas-blind-tasting-group-9/
LOCATION:Black Cow Bistro\, 70 George Street\, Launceston\, Tasmania\, 7250\, Australia
CATEGORIES:Sommeliers Australia Events
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SUMMARY:[VIC] Blind Tasting Group 24
DESCRIPTION:Blind tasting is one of the most effective ways to refine your palate\, but it often comes with challenges – it can be expensive\, time-consuming\, and intimidating.\n\n\nThese sessions have already proven to be highly successful\, providing a structured and supportive environment for wine professionals\, students\, and enthusiasts. \nEach session runs for one hour\, allowing you to focus purely on what’s in the glass. Simply book\, turn up\, taste\, and develop your skills with expert guidance from host Jim Mullany (Altas Vinifera). \nThroughout the session\, you’ll taste four wines – two whites and two reds – carefully selected for their typicity\, representing a diverse mix of varieties\, origins\, quality levels\, and price points. At the conclusion of each bracket\, Jim will provide key insights and practical techniques to help refine your tasting approach. \nThis tasting group is ideal for industry professionals looking for structured blind tasting practice\, WSET and CMS students preparing for exams\, or anyone wanting to challenge and expand their palate.
URL:https://sommeliers.com.au/event/vic-blind-tasting-group-24/
LOCATION:Cardwell Cellars\, 461 Victoria Street\, Abbotsford\, VIC\, 3067\, Australia
CATEGORIES:Sommeliers Australia Events
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SUMMARY:[NSW] Blind Tasting Group 17
DESCRIPTION:Tasting wines blind is the best way to improve your palate. But three things often stand in the way – it can be costly\, it takes up time\, and it can be intimidating. \nOur monthly blind tasting sessions eliminate all of these obstacles\, because for 1 hour it’s just between you and what’s in the glass! Simply book in\, turn up\, taste and expand your tasting ability\, with guidance from a Sommeliers Australia’s host. At the conclusion of each bracket\, your host will give a short summary on the key pointers for the tasting of the wine\, and how to get to the correct conclusions. \nFour different wines – two whites and two reds – will be tasted each month. Wines are chosen primarily for their typicity and are a mixed bag of varieties\, origins\, quality and price points. \nSuitable for anyone in the industry wanting to practice blind tasting in a structured way\, those studying WSET and CMS\, or anyone looking to shake up their ‘cellar palate’.
URL:https://sommeliers.com.au/event/nsw-blind-tasting-group-17/
LOCATION:ESQ Bar + Dining\, Shop 1- 4\, Level 2/455 George Street\, Sydney\, NSW\, 2000\, Australia
CATEGORIES:Sommeliers Australia Events
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SUMMARY:[VIC] Warriors of Wine - Fundraising Long Lunch - MELBOURNE
DESCRIPTION:Warriors of Wine returns to Melbourne on Sunday 21 June for a unique and interactive dining experience\, bringing together three top Melbourne sommeliers in a friendly yet competitive challenge. \nWe are delighted to announce this year’s competitors: \n\nLisa Harris (Cardwell Cellars)\nMarco Oliveri (Reine and La Rue)\nElisa Perissotto (Joval Wines)\n\nOver a three-course lunch\, each ‘warrior’ will carefully select and present a wine to pair with each dish. At the end of each course\, guests will rank the wine pairings using a Brownlow-style voting system: \n\n3 tokens for their favourite pairing\n2 tokens for their second choice\n1 token for their third choice\n\nThe Sommeliers Australia committee will count the tokens at the end of each round and announce the course winner. The sommelier with the most votes overall will be crowned Warrior of Wine Melbourne 2026. \nBeyond the competition\, this event is a critical fundraiser for Sommeliers Australia\, supporting its ongoing work in the industry. The afternoon will also feature an auction and raffle\, with the chance to take home exceptional wine-related goodies and hospitality experiences. \nJoin us at the Panama Dining Room for an afternoon of celebrating the craft of the Sommelier\, outstanding food and wine\, and spirited competition – all for a great cause. \n  \nFurther information: \nTiming: Doors will open from 12pm for aperitifs\, with lunch starting at 12.30pm which will conclude around 4pm. \nSeating: Seating will be on shared tables\, with seating allocated on the day. \nMenu: A set three-course menu\, plus cheese course. Please ensure dietary requirements are made known at the time of booking. \n  \nMore about this year’s Melbourne Warriors: \nLisa Harris is the Wine Buyer and Venue Manager at Abbotsford’s Cardwell Cellars\, bringing over a decade of experience in hospitality. Her career began in London before evolving across Melbourne’s dynamic dining scene. She spent three years at the three-hatted Amaru in Armadale\, where she developed a deep appreciation for wine pairing within a degustation context. At Cardwell Cellars\, Lisa curates a constantly evolving\, geographically driven wine selection\, with a particular focus on the diversity and character of Central and Eastern European wines. Driven by curiosity and a commitment to ongoing learning\, she continues to refine her craft while creating thoughtful\, engaging wine experiences for her guests. \nMarco Oliveri born in Torino\, Italy\, Marco Oliveri began his career seven years ago in a traditional Michelin-starred Piedmontese restaurant while completing his studies with the Associazione Italiana Sommelier. Now based in Australia\, he is Senior Sommelier at Reine & La Rue. A Certified Sommelier with the Court of Master Sommeliers\, currently preparing for the Advanced level\, Marco sees wine pairing as the purest expression of his craft—where precision meets intuition in the synergy between food and wine. \nElisa Perissotto Italian-born\, Elisa moved to Australia in 2014 and quickly found her place on the restaurant floor. Since then\, she has built an impressive career across some of Sydney and Melbourne’s most respected dining rooms\, including Grossi Florentino\, Dinner by Heston Blumenthal\, and Gimlet at Cavendish House. At Gimlet\, she played a key role in the opening team and helped shape a wine program that was awarded Australia’s Best Wine List of the Year in 2024. An Advanced Sommelier with the Court of Master Sommeliers\, Elisa remains a storyteller at heart\, now bringing that same energy and perspective to her role representing Joval Wines. \n 
URL:https://sommeliers.com.au/event/vic-warriors-of-wine-fundraising-long-lunch-melbourne/
LOCATION:Panama Dining Room\, Level 2/231 Smith St\, Fitzroy\, VIC\, 3065\, Australia
CATEGORIES:Sommeliers Australia Events
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SUMMARY:[QLD] Blind Tasting Group 13
DESCRIPTION:Tasting wines blind is the best way to improve your palate. But three things often stand in the way – it can be costly\, it takes up time\, and it can be intimidating. \nOur monthly blind tasting sessions eliminate all of these obstacles\, because for 1 hour it’s just between you and what’s in the glass! Simply book in\, turn up\, taste and expand your tasting ability\, with guidance from Sommeliers Australia’s host Chris Entwistle (Bibendum).  At the conclusion of each bracket\, Chris will give a short summary on the key pointers for the tasting of the wine\, and how to get to the correct conclusions. \nFour different wines – two whites and two reds – will be tasted each month. Wines are chosen primarily for their typicity and are a mixed bag of varieties\, origins\, quality and price points. \nSuitable for anyone in the industry wanting to practice blind tasting in a structured way\, those studying WSET and CMS\, or anyone looking to shake up their ‘cellar palate’.
URL:https://sommeliers.com.au/event/qld-blind-tasting-group-13/
LOCATION:Donna Chang\, Mezzanine\, 171 George Street\, Brisbane\, QLD\, 7000\, Australia
CATEGORIES:Sommeliers Australia Events
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SUMMARY:[SA] Blind Tasting Group 13
DESCRIPTION:Blind tasting is one of the most effective ways to refine your palate\, but it often comes with challenges – it can be expensive\, time-consuming\, and intimidating.\n\n\nTo make blind tasting more accessible\, Sommeliers Australia has recently introduced a dedicated tasting group in Adelaide. These sessions have already proven to be highly successful\, providing a structured and supportive environment for wine professionals\, students\, and enthusiasts. \nEach session runs for one hour\, allowing you to focus purely on what’s in the glass. Simply book\, turn up\, taste\, and develop your skills with expert guidance from host Seth Piszczuk (head sommelier Crafers Hotel). \nThroughout the session\, you’ll taste four wines – two whites and two reds – carefully selected for their typicity\, representing a diverse mix of varieties\, origins\, quality levels\, and price points. At the conclusion of each bracket\, your host will provide key insights and practical techniques to help refine your tasting approach. \nThis tasting group is ideal for industry professionals looking for structured blind tasting practice\, WSET and CMS students preparing for exams\, or anyone wanting to challenge and expand their palate. \n 
URL:https://sommeliers.com.au/event/sa-blind-tasting-group-13/
LOCATION:Crafers Hotel\, 8 Main street\, Crafers\, SA\, 5152\, Australia
CATEGORIES:Sommeliers Australia Events
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SUMMARY:[ACT] Blind Tasting Group 4
DESCRIPTION:Blind tasting is one of the most effective ways to refine your palate\, but it often comes with challenges – it can be expensive\, time-consuming\, and intimidating. \nTo make blind tasting more accessible\, Sommeliers Australia has recently introduced a dedicated tasting group in Adelaide. These sessions have already proven to be highly successful\, providing a structured and supportive environment for wine professionals\, students\, and enthusiasts. \nEach session runs for one hour\, allowing you to focus purely on what’s in the glass. Simply book\, turn up\, taste\, and develop your skills with expert guidance from host Kate Hibberson (Armada Collective). \nThroughout the session\, you’ll taste four wines – two whites and two reds – carefully selected for their typicity\, representing a diverse mix of varieties\, origins\, quality levels\, and price points. At the conclusion of each bracket\, Kate will provide key insights and practical techniques to help refine your tasting approach. \nThis tasting group is ideal for industry professionals looking for structured blind tasting practice\, WSET and CMS students preparing for exams\, or anyone wanting to challenge and expand their palate.
URL:https://sommeliers.com.au/event/act-blind-tasting-group-4/
LOCATION:Beltana Farm\, 14a Beltana Road\, Pialligo\, ACT\, 2609\, Australia
CATEGORIES:Sommeliers Australia Events
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SUMMARY:[NSW] The Robert Mondavi Story : Six Decades of Defining Napa
DESCRIPTION:Join Sommeliers Australia for a rare opportunity to explore the legacy\, philosophy\, and wines of Robert Mondavi Winery alongside Director of Winemaking Kurtis Ogasawara. \nHosted by Alison O’Brien (Bennelong Sydney)\, this special masterclass marks Kurtis’ first visit to Australia and coincides with the 60th anniversary of Robert Mondavi Winery. Over an intimate and engaging tasting\, guests will gain rare insight into one of Napa Valley’s most influential estates and the vision that helped shape modern American wine. \nFounded in 1966\, Robert Mondavi Winery played a defining role in elevating Napa Valley onto the world stage by championing innovation\, regional identity\, and uncompromising quality. Today\, that vision continues through Kurtis Ogasawara\, whose thoughtful and site-driven approach to winemaking is guiding the next chapter of this iconic producer. \nThroughout the tasting\, Kurtis will lead guests through a curated selection of wines\, sharing insight into Napa Valley terroir\, the evolution of the winery’s style\, and the enduring significance of To Kalon Vineyard—one of the world’s most revered vineyard sites. \nMore than a tasting\, this masterclass is a rare opportunity to engage directly with one of Napa Valley’s leading winemakers during his brief visit to Australia\, while reflecting on the enduring legacy and global influence of Robert Mondavi Winery. \nPlaces are limited. Don’t miss out.
URL:https://sommeliers.com.au/event/nsw-the-robert-mondavi-story-six-decades-of-defining-napa/
LOCATION:ESQ Bar + Dining\, Shop 1- 4\, Level 2/455 George Street\, Sydney\, NSW\, 2000\, Australia
CATEGORIES:Sommeliers Australia Events
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SUMMARY:[WA] Great Southern Defined - Site\, Variety\, Style
DESCRIPTION:Looking to uncover the mystery of Western Australia’s Great Southern—one of the country’s most compelling and diverse cool-climate wine regions? Well\, you’re in luck. Join Sommeliers Australia’s Katia Taschetti (Threecoins & Sons\, Testun)\, alongside winemakers Rob Diletti (Castle Rock Estate) and Joanne Bradbury (3drops) for an immersive masterclass into this remarkable region. \nTogether\, you’ll journey through the Great Southern’s key subregions\, uncovering how site\, variety\, and climate combine to create a striking spectrum of styles. Through a thoughtfully curated tasting\, you’ll experience the nuance and contrast that define the region—from precise\, high-toned Riesling to finely structured Chardonnay\, site-expressive Shiraz\, and elegant\, age-worthy Cabernet. \nThis is an opportunity to taste your way across the Great Southern\, understanding not just what is in the glass\, but where it comes from and why it matters. \nAcross four brackets of three wines\, dive into cuvées from producers 3drops\, Castle Rock Estate\, Duke’s Vineyard\, Frankland Estate (Isolation Ridge Vineyard)\, Forest Hill Vineyard\, Galafrey Wines\, Gilberts Wines\, Howard Park Wines\, Paul Nelson Wines (Karriview Vineyard)\, Plantagenet Wines\, Singlefile Wines\, and Swinney Wines. \nMore than a tasting\, this masterclass is a guided exploration of place and style\, offering a rare chance to understand the Great Southern through the wines that define it.
URL:https://sommeliers.com.au/event/wa-great-southern-defined-site-variety-style/
LOCATION:Mayfair Lane\, 72 Outram Street\, West Perth\, WA\, 6005\, Australia
CATEGORIES:Sommeliers Australia Events
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SUMMARY:[VIC] The Robert Mondavi Story : Six Decades of Defining Napa
DESCRIPTION:Join Sommeliers Australia for a rare opportunity to explore the legacy\, philosophy\, and wines of Robert Mondavi Winery alongside Director of Winemaking Kurtis Ogasawara. \nHosted by Justin Biskup (Carpe Vino)\, this special masterclass marks Kurtis’ first visit to Australia and coincides with the 60th anniversary of Robert Mondavi Winery. Over the course of an intimate and engaging tasting\, guests will gain rare insight into one of Napa Valley’s most influential estates and the vision that helped shape modern American wine. \nFounded in 1966\, Robert Mondavi Winery played a defining role in elevating Napa Valley onto the world stage by championing innovation\, regional identity\, and uncompromising quality. Today\, that vision continues through Kurtis Ogasawara\, whose thoughtful and site-driven approach to winemaking is guiding the next chapter of this iconic producer. \nThroughout the tasting\, Kurtis will lead guests through a curated selection of wines\, sharing insight into Napa Valley terroir\, the evolution of the winery’s style\, and the enduring significance of To Kalon Vineyard—one of the world’s most revered vineyard sites. \nMore than a tasting\, this masterclass is a rare opportunity to engage directly with one of Napa Valley’s leading winemakers during his brief visit to Australia\, while reflecting on the enduring legacy and global influence of Robert Mondavi Winery. \nPlaces are limited. Don’t miss out.
URL:https://sommeliers.com.au/event/vic-the-robert-mondavi-story-six-decades-of-defining-napa/
LOCATION:The Kelvin Club\, 14-30 Melbourne Place\, Melbourne\, VIC\, 3000\, Australia
CATEGORIES:Sommeliers Australia Events
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