This October and November, WA’s oldest wine region is blooming with events as part of the annual Entwined in the Swan Valley festival.
The program packs the absolute best of the Swan Valley into three weeks through food and wine events, workshops, masterclasses, and even yoga with camels!
For a region globally renowned for food and wine, they live up to their reputation with an extensive timetable. Local winemakers, growers, chefs and artisans invite you to visit their gorgeous region and experience the highlights over a three week program of indulgence and relaxation.
We’ve compiled a list of our favourite food and wine events from the program – or click here to explore the full program.
Valley to the City
October 24, Elizabeth Quay, Perth CBD
Although the beauty of the program lies beyond the CBD, the Swan Valley brings everything to you with their free launch event at Elizabeth Quay.
A showcase of the region is brought to the heart of Perth with cooking demonstrations, local produce, tastings and artisan goods. They’re even holding a Q&A session with Swan Valley winemakers just to get you hyped for the events to come.
Paint, Sip and ‘Unwined’ at Pinelli Estate
November 8, Pinelli Estate, Caversham
Visit the heart of the Swan Valley for a relaxing afternoon paint and sip experience.
The stunning outdoor scenery of Pinelli Estate is only made sweeter by a glass of locally-crafted wine as you’re guided through a step-by-step painting session – no pressure, just pleasure.
Whether you’re a beginner or master artist, you’ll come away with more than just your artwork, but fond memories (and perhaps a new favourite tipple).
Bottomless Vineyard Soirée
November 9, Nikola Estate, Middle Swan
Picture a laid-back cocktail party set against the gorgeous backdrop of Nikola Estate. Now add bottomless award-winning wines.
Live DJs, grazing platters and canapes, and the natural beauty of the lush vines and golden hues of the vineyard make for a perfect night of indulgence in the Swan Valley.
Nikola Estate’s winemakers will even chat about the history of the estate, host tastings, and offer special pricing on takeaway wine – a treat for wine lovers!
1840 Degustation at Sandalford Wines
November 14, Sandalford Wines, Caversham
It’s the 185th Anniversary of the founding of Sandalford Wines, and the 1840 Degustation is the perfect celebration.
An exclusive six-course degustation dinner has been curated by the winemakers, chefs and restaurant team, paired expertly with their 1840 wines collection.
Think hot-smoked Ocean trout, Mahogany Creek chicken breast, Dardanup lamb rump, and of course, the award-winning 1840 range, produced from the varietals suited best to the Caversham vineyards.
Twilight on The Terrace – A Cheese and Wine Tasting Sundowner
November 15, Upper Reach Winery and Restaurant, Baskerville
The height of Swan Valley produce is on show at this tasting event, where you’ll explore seasonal reds, whites, aged and fortified wines.
Each pairing of wine and cheese is perfectly matched, chosen by the chef to enhance the wine’s unique flavours, and you won’t go in blind–the Upper Reach Winemaker guides the tasting, sharing her insights into the wine-making method, the season, and the story behind the bottle.
Wine enthusiasts and cheese lovers will be impressed, but most importantly, the afternoon is perfect for socialising and spending a spring afternoon in the Valley.
