Welcome to Melbourne Food and Wine Festival's 2012 industry program,
proudly supported by HOSTPLUS.

Our program of industry dedicated events aims to inspire and engage
individuals and businesses across the food, wine and hospitality industry.

New in 2012, Chef Jam will explore ‘The Future of Food' through a series of dynamic presentations delivered by local and global visionaries including the world's number one René Redzepi (Noma, Denmark), international superstar David Chang (Momofuku restaurants, New York & Sydney) and three-Michelin-star food philosopher and chef extraordinaire Massimo Bottura (Osteria Francescana, Italy).

At just $45 for an afternoon of quick-fire sessions followed by a networking event at Showtime Events Centre - Chef Jam has been designed to allow all industry, from the apprentice to the hospitality legend, access to a once-in-a-life-time opportunity to rub shoulders with the world's most inspiring culinary greats.

Event Details

When: Monday 12 March
Time: 2.00pm – 6.00pm, followed by networking drinks at Showtime Events Centre, South Wharf
Where: Plenary Theatre, Melbourne Convention Centre, 1 Convention Place, South Wharf
Cost: $45.00
Bookings: Ticketmaster on 136 100 or click here
You must quote the code CHEFJAM when booking this event.

Mentor Melbourne returns in 2012, opening kitchen and front-of-house doors to the next generation of the hospitality industry with restaurateurs and chefs from top Melbourne restaurants plus experts from food businesses sharing their unique insights into the culinary world.

Limited to only 10 places for most sessions, this is a rare chance to learn from, be inspired by and pick the brains of some of the city's industry leaders with sessions from Philippe Mouchel (PM24), Gail Donovan (Donovans), Greg Malouf (MoMo), innovative events company Bright Young Things plus a host of other local legends!

Event Details

When: Monday 19 March, 10:00am - 1:30pm
Cost: $35.00, includes lunch with the experts
Bookings: Individual bookings and payment made with each participating venue.
Eligibility: You must be working in or studying hospitality to attend this event.
Qualifying reference must be provided when booking.

 

Twenty years ago the Melbourne Food and Wine Festival sprung from the passions of the people of the city and the state, and has evolved into an award-winning, state-wide celebration attracting food and wine lovers from around the globe. Matching it stride for stride was the growth of the Victorian Winemaking community. To celebrate this synergy you are invited to experience a tasting like no other.

 In this unique tasting we offer you a collection of wines and rare vintages that may never be seen in the same room again.

 

 

Great and Rare Vintages:

1988 & 2008        Best Great Western Shiraz
1992 & 2006        Tahbilk ‘1860 vines’ Shiraz
1998 & 2008        Mount Langhi Ghiran Shiraz
1992 & 2002        Sallys Paddock
1996                   Campbells Bobbie Burns Shiraz                        

1998 & 2010        TarraWarra Estate Reserve Pinot Noir
2005 & 2010        Coldstream Hills Pinot Noir
2006 & 2010         Pinot Noir By Farr & Farr Rising Geelong Pinot Noir
1980 & 2010         Bests Pinot Meunier  “Old Vine”
2010                    Bindi Block 5 Pinot Noir

2006 & 2009         Wantirna Estate Amelia Cabernet Merlot
2008                    Yeringberg Cabernet
2008                    Mount Mary Quintet

2002 & 2008         Pizzini Nebbiolo

1993 & 2011         Tahbilk Marsanne
2001 & 2005         Crawford River Riesling
2010                    Yeringberg Marsanne Roussanne

1999                    Yarrabank Late Disgorged Magnum
2008                    Yarrabank Cuvee

 

 

Iconic Wines:

Giaconda Chardonnay
Moorooduc Estate Chardonnay
Oakridge 864 Chardonnay
Morris Old Premium Rare Liqueur Muscat
Chambers Old Vine Muscadelle & Grand Muscat

 

 

And a taste of the future...

2011       Mayer ‘Big Betty’ Shiraz
2010       William Downie Pinot Noir
2009       Castagna La Chiave Sangiovese
2011       Prentice Ramato
2010       Yarraloch Arneis
2011       Crittenden Estate, Los Hermanos, Saludo al Txakoli.

 

And many, many more!

 

"Victoria is a treasure-trove of stunning wines, from classic vineyards with century-long pedigrees and newcomers with barely a handful of vintages under their belts. This tasting is an unmissable opportunity to reacquaint yourself with the locals" – Max Allen

"The Great Victorian Wine Tasting represents a unique opportunity for the trade to taste some of the leading lights of the Victorian wine industry in the modern era, with both new and older examples for people to enjoy and to muse over. A not to be missed wine tasting for the serious professional" – Ben Edwards

Event Details

When: Monday 12 March
Time: 2.30 - 6.00pm. Tasting followed by networking session at Showtime Events Centre from 6.00-9.00pm
Venue: Melbourne Convention Centre, 1 Convention Centre Place, South Wharf
Price: $45.00 per person
Bookings: Call Ticketmaster on 136 100 or ticketmaster.com.au. Please quote reference code TGVWT when booking. Places are strictly limited.