Coonawarra Wine Dinner
Description
The National Wine Centre presents a rare opportunity to spend an evening with four of the Coonawarra wine region's founding families - Wynns of Coonawarra, Majella Wines, Balnaves of Coonawarra and Redman Wines - all at one spectacular degustation dinner.
Coonawarra Wine Dinner
Thursday, 23 July 2026
6.30pm - 10.00pm
National Wine Centre
Four course degustation dinner with nine paired wines
$175 + booking fee
This dinner will honour the Coonawarra Cabernet - bold, structured, and built for slow evenings - alongside other standout varietals produced by these prestigious winemakers. The wines will be expertly paired by the National Wine Centre's Sommelier team to an indulgent degustation dinner crafted by Executive Chef Sato Kikuchi.
Meet the Wineries
These four founding families of the Coonawarra wine region represent 400 years of collective winemaking heritage, working on the same famed strip of terra rossa.
One extraordinary region, four iconic producers, and a single night where the red earth runs deep.
The Menu*
Duck Parfait Sour cherry glaze and pickled shallot
Mushroom and Native Thyme Duxelles Tartlet Aged Parmesan and soft cress
Paired with
Majella Sparkling Shiraz 2023
Pan-Roasted Barramundi Fillet Cauliflower crème, roasted red capsicum chimichurri and Chive oil
Paired with
Wynns Black Label Messenger Chardonnay 2025
Balnaves Chardonnay 2025
Dijon-Glazed, Twice-Cooked Pork Belly Smoked apple purée, roasted shallot and sweet-pickled mustard seeds
Paired with
Redman Shiraz 2018
Balnaves Shiraz 2021
Slow-Braised Beef Cheek Salt-baked celeriac, roasted heirloom carrots, cavolo nero and Cabernet jus
Paired with
Majella GPL68 Cabernet Sauvignon 2017
Redman Cabernet Sauvignon 2022
A Selection of Mature Cheeses
Comté
Onkaparinga Blue
Fromager d’Affinois Double Crème
Quince paste, Cabernet-poached pear and Barossa Bark
Paired with
Balnaves The Tally Cabernet Sauvignon 2016
Wynns John Riddoch Cabernet Sauvignon 1991
*Please note, menu may be subject to change.
We cannot guarantee catering to dietary requirements. Should you have any dietary requirements, please contact us at nwc.marketing@adelaide.edu.au before you purchase your ticket.
Image credit: Ben Goode
FAQs
- Will the dinner cater to dietary requirements?
We cannot guarantee catering to dietary requirements. Please provide your dietary requirements at the time of booking via email to nwc.marketing@adelaide.edu.au and we will do our best to accommodate them.
- Where does the dinner take place?
The dinner takes place at the National Wine Centre located on the corner of Botanic Road (North Terrace) and Hackney Road (Princes Hwy), Adelaide, South Australia.
- How do I get to the National Wine Centre?
The National Wine Centre is easily accessible by public transport or by car.
- Where will I be seated at the dinner?
Seating is unassigned, so you will be able to select your own seat at the dinner.
- What wines will we taste at the dinner?
Majella Sparkling Shiraz 2023
Wynn's Black Label Messenger Chardonnay 2025
Balnaves Chardonnay 2025
Redman Shiraz 2018
Balnaves Shiraz 2021
Majella GPL68 2017
Wynn's John Riddoch Cabernet Sauvignon 1991
Balnaves The Tally Cabernet Sauvignon 2016
The Redman Cabernet Sauvignon 2022
- Where can I view the menu?
Please see the menu below (may be subject to change):
Canapés
Duck Parfait Sour cherry glaze and pickled shallot
Mushroom and Native Thyme Duxelles Tartlet Aged Parmesan and soft cress
Paired with
Majella Sparkling Shiraz 2023
First
Pan-Roasted Barramundi Fillet Cauliflower crème, roasted red capsicum chimichurri and Chive oil
Paired with
Wynns Black Label Messenger Chardonnay 2025
Balnaves Chardonnay 2025
Second
Dijon-Glazed, Twice-Cooked Pork Belly Smoked apple purée, roasted shallot and sweet-pickled mustard seeds
Paired with
Redman Shiraz 2018
Balnaves Shiraz 2021
Third
Slow-Braised Beef Cheek Salt-baked celeriac, roasted heirloom carrots, cavolo nero and Cabernet jus
Paired with
Majella GPL68 Cabernet Sauvignon 2017
Wynns John Riddoch Cabernet Sauvignon 1991
Cheese
A Selection of Mature Cheeses
Comté
Onkaparinga Blue
Fromager d’Affinois Double Crème
Quince paste, Cabernet-poached pear and Barossa Bark
Paired with
Balnaves The Tally Cabernet Sauvignon 2016
Redman Cabernet Sauvignon 2022
Lineup
Balnaves of Coonawarra
Situated in the heart of Coonawarra’s famed terra rossa strip, Balnaves of Coonawarra is a family owned and run winery with a long history in the region and a commitment to shaping its future. From the beginning, the Balnaves family has combined an appreciation of the land with an unwavering pursuit of quality, creating wines that reflect the richness of the soil and the region, wines of character, elegance, and longevity. Looking ahead, our aspirations are anchored in tradition and innovation, dedicated to Cabernet Sauvignon, sustainability, nurturing soils, conserving water, and support new talent for the future of Coonawarra wine.
Majella Wines
Situated on the eastern edge of Coonawarra’s renowned terra rossa strip, Majella is proudly owned and operated by the Lynn family. Brothers and directors Brian and Anthony Lynn lead the business, with six members of the next generation now involved in key management roles across sales, export, administration, vineyards, farming, and winemaking operations, ensuring a strong future for the family enterprise. The Lynn family’s Coonawarra story spans five generations. Since establishing the first Majella vineyards in 1968, they have grown to 60 hectares while continuing their prime lamb farming tradition. Today, Majella is celebrated for its award-winning wines, including GPL68 Cabernet Sauvignon, Malleea, The Musician, varietal wines, and Sparkling Shiraz, each reflecting the distinctive character of Coonawarra.
Redman Wines
Step back in time to discover how Bill Redman laid down roots in Coonawarra in 1908, and began a long-held winemaking tradition. Redman’s wines are made in the vineyard, with fruit from 20- to 100-year-old vines planted in famous terra rossa soil, and the Redman family’s fourth and fifth generations are making highly respected and well-loved wine in Coonawarra.
Wynns Coonawarra Estate
Wynns Coonawarra Estate is one of Australia’s most iconic and historic wine estates, with an enduring connection to the region it helped define. Established in 1891, Wynns is the custodian of some of Coonawarra’s most prized Terra Rossa vineyards, where rich red soils over limestone and a cool maritime climate create wines of elegance, structure and longevity. As the region’s largest single vineyard holder, Wynns continues to define the benchmark style of Coonawarra Cabernet Sauvignon while championing innovation and sustainability for future generations. The estate’s iconic triple-gabled winery remains a symbol of its legacy and commitment to preserving and elevating the character of this world-renowned wine region.
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