James Halliday, Australia’s most authoritative wine writer, will be guest of honour at the 95+ Halliday McLaren Vale Wine Dinner at Serafino’s Kangarilla Road winery on Thursday, 4 July.
The black tie event kicks off with a tasting in the Serafino Barrel Hall of 95+-point wines from some of McLaren Vale’s finest wineries, including d’Arenberg, Mitolo, Mr. Riggs, Yangarra, Penny’s Hill, Shingleback, Battle of Bosworth and Primo Estate.
Guests will then head to the Serafino Restaurant for Champagne on arrival before enjoying a four course dinner matched to wines that scored 95 points and above in Halliday’s indispensable wine guide. Serafino Terremoto Syrah 2010 will be one of eight 95+-point wines paired with mouth-watering dishes crafted from quality local produce.
Wines from Oliver’s Taranga, Coriole, Angove Family Winemakers, Wirra Wirra, Chapel Hill, Gemtree and Richard Hamilton will round out the dinner, all proceeds of which go to The Len Evans Foundation.
There will also be a wine options game, with the lucky winner taking home a mixed dozen of 95+-point wines.
Serafino Wines CEO Maria Maglieri said: “We’re thrilled to host James Halliday and to showcase the regional wines that have justifiably impressed him as he’s compiled the Australian Wine Companion over the years. “At Serafino, nothing gives us greater pleasure than celebrating and sharing the wonderful food and wine that McLaren Vale is famous for. To do it in such style, and in such good company, makes it even better.”
