An Evening with Koonara Wines
A Boutique Wine & Dining Experience

Join us for an unforgettable evening celebrating the award-winning wines of Koonara Wines, a boutique, family-owned winery from Coonawarra, South Australia. Owned by Dru and Nicole Reschke, Koonara is renowned for its certified organic vineyards, sustainable practices, and minimal-intervention winemaking. Their wines are vegan-friendly, low in sulphur, and crafted to reflect the unique character of Coonawarra’s famed terra rossa soils and the cool-climate influence of Mount Gambier.

This exclusive event pairs a curated five-course menu with Koonara’s premium wine selection, showcasing a journey of elegant flavours and thoughtful craftsmanship.

Menu & Wine Pairing

On Arrival
Guardian Angel Sparkling Chardonnay
A crisp, zesty sparkling wine with notes of green apple, lemon zest, and creamy almonds. Fine bubbles and a refreshing finish set the tone for the evening.

First Course: Mooloolaba Prawns
Fresh local prawns served with creamy avocado mousse, fragrant dill, crisp julienned apple, and a sweet-spicy honey-chilli vinaigrette
Paired with: Lucy & Alice Pinot Gris
An aromatic and balanced white with flavours of pear, apple, and honeysuckle, finished with a smooth, creamy texture.

Second Course: Kingfish Ceviche
Delicate kingfish cured in coconut, lime, chilli, and coriander, served with cucumber ribbons and toasted grilled ciabatta
Paired with: Angel’s Footprints Sauvignon Blanc
Vibrant tropical fruit notes and bright acidity from Mount Gambier’s cool climate. Clean and crisp on the finish.

Third Course: Braised Beef Cheek
Slow-cooked in red wine with root vegetables, served over mashed potatoes and finished with shavings of pecorino
Paired with: Wanderlust Cabernet Sauvignon
A classic Coonawarra red with intense flavours of chocolate, mint, blueberry, and tobacco. Rich and full-bodied with a lingering finish.

Fourth Course: Grilled Eye Fillet
Perfectly grilled eye fillet with sautéed mushrooms, baby spinach, crispy bacon, and a rosemary-scented red wine jus
Paired with: Ambriel’s Gift Cabernet Sauvignon
From low-yielding vines and aged 26 months in French oak, this wine offers complex layers of dark fruit, mint, leather, and vanilla spice.

Fifth Course: Strawberry Cheesecake Tart
Fresh strawberries blended with cream cheese and folded into whipped cream, set in a buttery tart shell and topped with fluffy meringue
Paired with: Flowers for Lucy Moscato
A gently sparkling, drier-style Moscato with delicate notes of rose petals, strawberry, jasmine, and musk.

Spaces are limited. Join us for an evening of premium organic wines, refined food pairings, and stories from the vineyard.
Perfect for wine enthusiasts & food lovers at Alex Surf Club's beautiful beachside location.