The rush is now on for South Australia’s favourite June long weekend activity – The McLaren Vale Bank SA Sea and Vines Festival – with tickets going on sale today.
Dozens of parties, degustations, rare tastings, master classes and other carefully selected celebrations will be held in McLaren Vale’s cellar doors and wineries from June 5-8 in what will be the 23rd year of the festival.
Event Manager Alistair Cranney said Sea and Vines, which attracted around 25,000 guests in 2014, is designed to offer a broad range of experiences to suit wine and food lovers of all walks of life.
“This year’s festival events are divided into three broad categories, to help people plan their perfect weekend,” Alistair said.
“Relish events are special one-off opportunities occurring right across the weekend, such as a lavish ten-course Thai banquet at Woodstock, the ‘Church Block Sunday Service’ with Fino at Wirra Wirra, and the Compadres’ Fiesta which brings together neighbouring wineries d’Arenberg and SC Pannell.
“Sunday Experience tickets are for those looking to sample a great mix of food, wine and music with a real party atmosphere, attending their choice of three different participating wineries across the day.
“Then, Monday Zest events are all family-friendly with free entry – wine drinkers can simply purchase a special Plumm glass for $10 at their first destination and then everyone is free to visit as many wineries as they choose!”
This year sees the return of the Bank SA Garden Party at Willunga, plus wine personality Matt Skinner will again offer a specially guided tour through the region on the Saturday.
“We do urge people to secure their tickets early as, last year, some of the popular events sold out very quickly,” Alistair advised.
For more program details and tickets visit www. seaandvines.com.au
The full printed program will be available from South Australian cafes and wineries from April 20
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