Looks like the winter is going to be seriously busy for Wine Australia, and if nothing else, there are some great Christmas gift ideas here.

1) Barossa Tasting and Dinner

Tuesday 26th January 2010, Fallon and Byrne, Exchequer Street, Dublin 2.

Join us to celebrate Australia Day 2010 at our Evening in the Barossa. With over 160 years of wine making history, and home to some of the great names of the Australian wine world, is one evening enough time to tell the full story of the Barossa? Toby Barlow from St Hallett Wines takes up the challenge Toby will host a tasting of Barossa wines followed by a delicious 4 course meal accompanied by some of his own St Hallett wines.

The Cost; 65 Euro per person. To Book; Direct with the Restaurant at Fallon and Byrne 01 4721000

2) Australian Wine Course

February/March, Fallon and Byrne, Exchequer Street, Dublin 2.

Wine Australia, in conjunction with Fallon and Byrne, is delighted to offer a 4 week Australian wine course. Want to learn more about Australian wine, or wine in general, this could be just for you. The plan for the 4 weeks is as follows:

February Thursday 11th - Regional Heroes. Classic styles from unique locations.
February Thursday 18th - Generation Next. New regions, different styles, unusual varieties.
February Thursday 25th - Mystery Night. Let’s have some fun.
March Thursday 4th - Landmark Australia. Australia’s finest.

Presented by John Mc Donnell from Wine Australia, with fun, enjoyment and lots of delicious wines to taste (and no exam), this is an ideal wine lovers course. Tasty bites served each evening.

The Cost; 100 Euro. To Book; Direct with Dave Gallagher at Fallon and Byrne on 01 4721012

3) Wine Australia goes to the rugby - Ireland vs Italy

Saturday 6th February.

After the huge success of our outing to the Australian match last month, we’re off to the rugby again.
Join us for a delicious lunch at The Exchequer on Exchequer Street served with some tasty Italian themed Australian wines (Australian Pinot Grigio, Sangiovese or Nebbiolo anyone?). Then off to see the opening match in the Ireland’s defence of their 6 Nations crown.

The Cost; 100 euro per person (to cover the lunch, yummy wines and your match ticket). To Book; Contact our office to reserve your place as soon as possible. (065) 7077264 or ireland@wineaustralia.com

We can accommodate only 40 people so it’s a case of first in, best dressed. Places and tickets can only be confirmed on receipt of full payment, which is due by the end of December.

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