Benchmark Wines of Australia Long Lunch at Smith St Bistrot | Melbourne

Benchmark Wines of Australia Long Lunch at Smith St Bistrot | Melbourne

Join Wine Selectors as we celebrate some of the best benchmark wines that set the standard across the Australian wine landscape.

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Date and time

Starts on Sat, 9 Aug 2025 12:30 PM AEST

Location

Smith St Bistrot

300 Smith Street Collingwood, VIC 3066 Australia

Refund Policy

Refunds up to 7 days before event

About this event

  • Event lasts 3 hours 30 minutes

Explore the Benchmarks and Icons of Modern Australian Wine

Join Wine Selectors for an unforgettable afternoon as we explore and celebrate the wines that have shaped—and continue shaping—the Australian wine story.

Over an exclusively curated four-course lunch at Chef Scott Pickett's French diner Smith St Bistro, you’ll explore the iconic drops that define style, quality, and ambition in Australian winemaking. From bold pioneers to elegant innovators, we’ll spotlight benchmark wines from legendary estates and rising stars alike – think House of Arras, Giant Steps, Katnook Estate, Pewsey Vale, Peter Lehmann, Pikes, Pipers Brook, Thistledown, Tahbilk, Tyrrell’s and more!

This is more than just a wine lunch—it’s a deep dive into the bottles that have set the standard and the visionaries crafting the future of Australian wine. This hosted experience explores our greatest varietal expressions – from Australian sparkling, Riesling, Chardonnay, Pinot Noir, Shiraz, Cabernet & Fortified – and takes a serious look at what sets the Australian wine standard.

Seats are limited, palates will be inspired.

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On arrival

Arras Grand Vintage 2015


1st Course

FILLET DE BONITE CRU

Bonito sashimi, tomato, vanilla, olive and samphire

Pewsey Vale The Contours Museum Reserve Riesling 2017

Pikes The Merle Riesling 2024

Tahbilk Marsanne 1927 Vines 2016

Tyrrell's VAT 1 Semillion 2018


2nd Course

FILET DE BARRAMUNDI

humpty doo baby barramundi, smoked butter, potato and salmon roe

Brookland Valley Reserve Chardonnay 2023

Giant Steps Sexton Vineyard Chardonnay 2023

Petaluma Anova Chardonnay 2023

Briar Ridge Single Vineyard Block7 Chardonnay 2023


3rd Course

STEAK AU POIVRE

Wagyu rostbiff, mushroom duxelles, green peppercorn sauce

Thistledown Fool on the Hill Grenache 2024

Pipers Brook Reserve Pinot Noir 2022

Peter Lehmann Stonewell Shiraz 2012

Katnook Odyssey Estate Cabernet Sauvignon 2021


4th Course

TRIO FROMAGE

Chef’s cheese with quince, lavosh and olive bread

Delatite Catherine's Block Reserve Late Harvest Gewürztraminer 2022


Members: $185 per person | General Public: $195 per person

Note: Wine Selectors events cater to all dietary requirements. Please notify us during the ticket purchase process of your requirement.

Frequently asked questions

Ticket Refunds & Transfers

We have a flexible refund policy and offer full refunds up to 48 hours from the event date. If you are unable to attend within this timeframe, please contact us to discuss transferring to another event or another guest to attend. Tickets are transferable, just send us the name for the guest list.

Dietary Requirements

Please let us know as part of the ticket purchase process what your dietary requirement is and we'll work with the restaurant or venue to accommodate.

Seating

Guests will be seated with other guests on large group tables. If you have booked seperately to other guests, please let us know as part of the ticket purchase process who you would like to sit with and we will assign you some seating.

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We’re passionate about helping fellow wine lovers discover the amazing diversity of Australian Wine and the thrill of finding a new favourite. For almost 50 years their family owned business has been proudly handpicking outstanding quality wines from over 400 Cellar Doors across Australia for their Members to enjoy with family and friends.

$185 – $195