
Sip, taste and celebrate the best of the Tamar Valley!
Join us for an afternoon of local wine, delicious food, and live music!
Meet the makers, discover your new favourite drop, and graze your way through the region’s best produce.
Tickets:
$20 per person +BF
Children 16-18 years $10 per person +BF
Children under 16 are Free
When: Saturday, 18th October | 11:30am to 6:30pm
Where: Exeter Showgrounds
Masterclasses will be held throughout the day, giving you the chance to learn from the experts.
A reusable $5 tasting glass will be available to purchase on-site. Use it throughout the event and take it home as a keepsake of a memorable day.
Bring a picnic rug or chair, find a sunny spot, and settle in for a great day out.
Presented by Tamar Valley Wine and supported by West Tamar Council and Visit Northern Tasmania.
We look forward to seeing you there!
Add a masterclass to your day out
Ever found yourself sipping on a glass of wine, only to come up short on how to describe it? You’re not alone! With so many words out there, it is easy to feel lost in translation, especially when the pros make it sound so effortless. If you’re wondering how to level up your wine lingo for your next wine tasting adventure, we’ve got your back with our Taste the Tamar masterclasses.
Let’s face it, wine enjoyment should be stress-free, no matter where you are in your wine journey. So join us for a guide through the wines of the Tamar Valley and join one of our Wine Masterclasses.
Masterclass sessions can be added on when you purchase your general admission ticket.
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Join Turner Stillhouse, the Tamar Valley's premier craft spirits distillery, for an immersive tasting journey. This guided masterclass explores their award-winning range — featuring three distinct styles of Three Cuts Gin and dram of Rosevears Whisky. You’ll discover the story behind each spirit, the unique ingredients that shape them, and how to taste and serve them like a pro.
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This style of wine is often paired with a matching occasion; sparkling wine for special events
Enjoy a flight of 4 sparkling wines from two of the Tamar Valley’s fabulous producers.
Presentations by Daniel Kavanagh of Jansz and Alex Russell of Russell & Suitor.
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White wines tend to be more tart and refreshing than reds, with aromatic notes like flowers, citrus, and orchard fruits. White wines are usually lighter in body. Meet the winemakers and have a guided tour of 4 of the Tamar Valley’s premium white wines.
Presented by Doug Cox of Swinging Gate Vineyard, Robert Stewart of Small Wonders, James Oliver of Moores Hill and Sandy Gibson of Winterbrook.
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Red wines are defined by their dark fruit flavours and tannins that make them a great match for food. Oak aging plays a part in many red wines….
Don’t spoil the fun by reading all about it here, enjoy the taste and hear all about the Red wine story at our Red wine Masterclass.
Presented by Will Adkins of Westella, Rita Richter of Greysands, Bec Duffy of Holm Oak and Ashli Mani of Iron Pot Bay.
Take the Bus to Taste the Tamar
Leave the car at home and hop on our convenient bus service from Launceston to the Exeter Showgrounds.
Buses depart from the Dan Murphy’s carpark at:
11:15am
12:15pm
1:15pm
Return trips back to Launceston run at:
4:30pm
5:30pm
6:30pm
Tickets are $10 per ride, and with limited spaces available, we recommend booking early to avoid missing out.
Bus services can be added when purchasing your general admission tickets.
Live Local Artists
Enjoy the sounds of the Tamar Valley with a lineup of talented local musicians performing live throughout the day.
12.00pm – 12.40pm Stella Gearman
12.50pm – 1.30pm Lauren Page
1.40pm – 2.10pm Cam Illingworth
2..20pm – 3.00pm Sam Meekin
3.20pm – 4.10pm The Confessional
4.30pm – 5.10pm Radio Silence
5.30pm – 6.10pm Elkie Kershaw