Come and join in the fun at the Street Party in Margaret River with the annual Wine Barrel Cart Race. Take part in wine tasting and enjoy the live music.  Check for special menus and entertainment at restaurants and cafes on the Margaret River mainstreet.

Address: Bussell Highway, Margaret River
Ph: +61 8 9757 9330
Email: events@margaretriverwine.org.au

Leeuwin Estate Degustation Dinner

Indulge in the ultimate food and wine experience in our multi-award winning restaurant for what will undoubtedly be a very special night. Enjoy culinary delights prepared by Head Chef, Dany Angove. Dany has created 7 spectacular courses paired with 7 of our best Art Series wines. Limited Availability – book early to avoid disappointment. $150.00 per person

Address: Stevens Road, Margaret River
Ph: +61 8 9759 0000
Website: www.leeuwinestate.com.au

Are you a wine lover? Are you searching for great value wines? All occasion wines? Unique, rare, collectable wines? Look no further than Sandalford Wines! Your senses will be aroused... desires satisfied when you join us for a truly memorable experience during the 2008 Wine Festival. Enjoy a complimentary tasting of our present release wines or purchase festival celebration tastings to savour limited release museum wines, or our highly acclaimed Prendiville Cabernet Sauvignon.

Address: 777 Metricup Rd, Wilyabrup
Ph: +61 8 9755 6213
Website: www.sandalford.com

OYSTERS ON THE VERANDAH! Join Jerry Frazer "The Oyster King" - A man whose passion for oyster-shucking has made him a regular in some of the world’s most famous restaurants. Oysters will be shucked to order with a secial selection of Margaret River White wines on hand.

Address: 114 Bussell Hwy, Margaret River
Ph: +61 8 9757 2398
Website: www.settlerstavern.com

Clairault Winery Spanish Fiesta - 6pm to 10pm

Slip on your salsa shoes and Cha-cha the night away at Clairault… Enjoy traditional Spanish tapas, the world famous Seafood Paella and delicious tapas desserts, prepared by our legendary Head Chef, Tim Taylor. Live Spanish band LC Salsa is a dynamic Latin 5 piece ensemble that creates an infectious mix of diverse Latin rhythms, specialising in Salsa, Merengue, Rumba, Cha-cha and Latin jazz. WIN the best dressed prize with the most flamboyant Spanish outfit! Clairault wines, Spanish beer and Spanish cocktails will be available to purchase at the bar.

Tickets: $125.00 - Available at the venue, online www.clairault.com or call (08) 9755 6655.
Transport: Free Coach Transfers Included from pre-designated locations, contact the winery for more information.

Address: Clairault Winery, Caves Road, Wilyabrup, Margaret River
Ph: +61 8 9755 6655
Website: www.clairault.com

We've put together an eclectic mix of Australian Cabernets from emerging and boutique producers from across Australia. Wines brands such as Mac Forbes, Yarra Yarra and Were Estate (naturally!) - as selected by one of
Australia's top sommeliers. Many of the wines are not readily available in Western Australia so this is a unique chance to discover something new. A casual yet informative masterclass celebrating the diversity of
Australian Cabernets.

Address: 38 Wildberry Road, Wilyabrup (opposite Bootleg Brewery)
Ph: +61 8 9755 6273
Bookings: ali@wereestate.com.au
Website: www.wereestate.com.au

Vat 107 Champagne & Oysters

Wander into Vat 107 for Champagne and oysters to kick start your Festival weekend. Our delicious dinner will also be on offer. Be sure to book your table for a great meal, beautiful wines and friendly service in the heart of Margaret River. Bookings: 08 9758 8877 or vat107@vat107.com.au.

Address: 107 Bussell Hwy, Margaret River
Ph: +61 8 9758 8877
Website: www.vat107.com.au

Mini Festivals - 10.30am to 5pm

Enjoy wine tastings, food and entertainment at Seashells Caves House, the Knights Inn and Augusta Hotel.  Link buses available from Busselton & Dunsborough Visitor Centres to Caves House and from the Knight's Inn & Quest Apartments in Margaret River to Cowaramup. Pre-sale tickets $15 entry, bus route $35 or $45 on the day.

Click to download the Free Bus & Winery Explorer Timetables.

Ph: +61 8 9757 9330
Email: events@margaretriverwine.org.au

Adinfern Estate

Cheese and Wine Pairing Event at Adinfern Estate on Saturday the 3rd of May as part of the 2008 Margaret River Wine Region Festival. Visitors to the area are invited to our Cellar Door on Bussell Highway between Cowaramup and Margaret River to try our Award Winning Wines along with our Sweeter Style White and Red Wines, Sparkling Malbec and Fortified Wines and pair them with some fantastic cheeses made from local dairies.

Address: 8772 Bussell Highway, Cowaramup
Ph: +61 8 9755 5272
Website: www.adinfern.com

Churchview Estate

Purchase a mixed case of wine and enjoy a FREE Gourmet Marron Platter for two with two FREE glasses of wine of your choice, from our regular range.  PLUS you get to keep the glasses as souvenirs as well! Total Value $65.00

Address: Opposite Metricup Rd, Bussell Hwy, Wilyabrup
Ph: +61 8 9755 7200
Email: sales@churchview.com.au

Clairault Winery Grand Degustation Featuring the Elle Deslandes Trio

An evening of the finest Autumn produce fashioned into a magnificent seven course Degustation dinner paired alongside Clairault’s elegant wines, all complemented by the unique jazz sounds of Elle Deslandes. Beer, wine, cocktails and canapés will be served upon arrival. Clairault wines are carefully matched to each course of the Grand Degustation Dinner; a 50ml glass will be served with each dish. Clairault Wines will also be available to purchase from the bar.

Tickets: $230.00 - Available at the venue, online www.clairault.com or call (08) 9755 6655.
Transport: Free Coach Transfers Included from pre-designated locations, contact the winery for more information.

Address: Clairault Winery, Caves Road, Wilyabrup, Margaret River
Ph: +61 8 9755 6655
Website: www.clairault.com

Driftwood Estate Winery

Well known local artist Jane Holland will be at Driftwood Estate Winery on the over the Festival Weekend displaying her art. Jane held a fabulous exhibition last year, and the response was terrific.

Waapa Piano Trio - In partnership with WAAPA, Driftwood Estate are proud to present the talented WAAPA Piano Trio as part of the Margaret River Wine Region Festival. On Saturday 3 May the WAAPA Piano Trio featuring the sensational Chris Tarr on drums, the superb Nicholas Abbey on bass and the sizzling Sarah McKenzie on piano will challenge both the ears and the taste buds with a tantalizing selection of piano led jazz standards from Keith Jarret through to Oscar Peterson. These sumptuous sounds will surely provide a splendid accompaniment to the fine food and wine on offer at the award winning Driftwood Estate.

Address: Lot 13, Caves Road Wilyabrup
Ph: +61 8 9755 6323
Email: drift@iinet.net.au

Flying Fish Cove Meet Our Big Wave Surfing Winemaker, Damon Eastaugh

Our chief winemaker, Damon Eastaugh has not only won many awards and trophies for his wines but has also received the ASL Oakley Big Wave award in 2005 and 2007 for riding a massive 10.2 metre and a colossal 15.5 metre wave. Come and meet Damon and hear how it’s done as well as taste some of our award winning wines. Big wave presentations will be held throughout the day. Tastings, ‘Wine by the Glass’ and a Sausage Sizzle will be available all day. Contact our cellar door for presentation times and bookings, 9755 6600.

Address: Lot 125 Caves Rd, Wilyabrup
Ph: +61 8 9755 6600
Website: www.flyingfishcove.com

Hay Shed Hill Sub-Regional Cabernet Tasting & Cheese Master Class

Michael Kerrigan will be conducting a Margaret River sub-regional tasting of some of the best cabernet and cabernet blends from the area. The wines will be presented alongside some Australian benchmark hard and semi-hard cheeses. The event will be an opportunity to gain an understanding of the influence “terroir” plays within a distinct geographical location as well as gaining a greater understanding of the art of wine and cheese matching.

Tickets: $65- per person (limited to 32 people)
Email: info@hayshedhill.com.au for ticket sales.
Address: Harmans Mill Rd, Wilyabrup
Ph: +61 8 9755 6046
Website: www.hayshedhill.com.au

Howard Park Wine & Food Matching Experience

Chardonnay Matched Tasting Platter
Celebrate the Margaret River Wine Region Festival with a flight of 4 award-winning Howard Park & MadFish Chardonnay's accompanied by a platter of specially matched local Margaret River produce prepared by chef Saul Atkinson. Platters are available from 11.00am - 4.00pm.

Opening Times: 10am - 5pm
Address: Miamup Rd, Cowaramup
Ph: + 61 8 9756 5200
Bookings: hpw@hpw.com.au
web: www.howardparkwines.com.au

Sandalford Wines Festival Celebration Tastings - Friday, Saturday & Sunday

Are you a wine lover? Are you searching for great value wines? All occasion wines? Unique, rare, collectable wines? Look no further than Sandalford Wines! Your senses will be aroused... desires satisfied when you join us for a truly memorable experience during the 2008 Wine Festival. Enjoy a complimentary tasting of our present release wines or purchase festival celebration tastings to savour limited release museum wines, or our highly acclaimed Prendiville Cabernet Sauvignon.

Address: 777 Metricup Rd, Wilyabrup
Ph: +61 8 9755 6213
Website: www.sandalford.com

Settlers Tavern

Meet the Winemakers - 2.30pm to 5.30pm
A very special tasting. Some of Margaret River's most highly regarded vignerons will be pouring something extra special from their cellars -Ian Bell, Freya and David Hohnen, Rob Mann, Vanya Cullen, Bill Crappsley, Rob Karri-Davies, Guy Galienne, Gary Gosatti, and more… An entry fee will cover wine tastings, light local fare and a Settlers Tavern Wine Festival Glass. Some of the wines will be available to purchase at retail. Places will be limited.

Vigneron's BBQ - 6pm to 8.30pm
Immediately following the wine tasting, Settlers will host a BBQ in the back beer garden; join the winemakers and other guests for a casual meal featuring local produce from Jarrahdene, Arkady, Margaret River Wagyu and Venison and more... Places will be limited

The Blues Brothers Review - 9pm onwards
Come dressed to shake your tail feather! Free entry.

Address: 114 Bussell Hwy, Margaret River
Ph: +61 8 9757 2398
Website: www.settlerstavern.com

Vasse Felix

Cooking Class with Executive Chef, Aaron Carr - 10.30am
Spend the morning learning the tricks of the trade, from Margaret Rivers original “Surfing Chef” then head upstairs to the restaurant to enjoy a 3 course lunch with matching wines hosted by executive chef Aaron Carr. Lots of laughs. $110.00 per person.

Vasse Felix Shiraz Master Class - 10.45am
Join senior wine maker Virginia Willcock for a vertical tasting of 10 vintages of Vasse Felix Shiraz followed by a comparative tasting of national and international Shiraz accompanied with cheeses specially selected by Blue Cow Cheese Company. A unique experience not to be missed. $90 per person.

Vasse Felix Special Heytesbury Tasting
Head into Vasse Felix to sample their flagship Heytesbury wines, as a special treat to Festival goers.

Address: Harmans Mill Rd, Wilyabrup
Ph: +61 8 9756 5014
Website: www.vassefelix.com.au

Voyager Estate

Voyager Estate Garden Tour
Follow the history of the renowned Voyager Estate buildings and gardens on a tour conducted by one of our horticultural experts. Our wine consultants will then guide you through the vineyard to Australia's largest underground barrel cellar, where you will enjoy tasting an outstanding selection of Voyager Estate wines.  Contact our cellar door for tour times and bookings. Tour cost is $25 per guest (complimentary to Voyager Gold customers).  Bookings are essential as numbers are limited.

Voyager Estate Restaurant
Recently voted best winery restaurant in Australia at the 2007 Australian Travel and Tourism awards, the Voyager Estate Restaurant is offering an a la carte menu based on the unique style of Cape Malay cuisine. This distinctive menu, designed exclusively for the Margaret River Wine Region Festival, reflects the Cape Dutch style of architecture which is synonymous with Voyager Estate. $75 per guest - bookings essential.

Address: Stevens Rd, Margaret River
Ph: +61 8 9757 6354
Email: epeverett@voyagerestate.com.au
Web: www.voyagerestate.com.au

Were Estate Australian Cabernet Discovery - 5pm

Cruise in to Were Estate during Saturday 3rd May and have the opportunity to do a Cabernet and Cheese pairing.

Address: 38 Wildberry Road, Wilyabrup (opposite Bootleg Brewery)
Ph: +61 8 9755 6273
Bookings: ali@wereestate.com.au
Website: www.wereestate.com.au

Willespie Winery - Vertical Tasting of Cabernet & Verdelho - 3pm

Want a very REAL Margaret River wine experience?  Visit WILLESPIE open daily 10.30 am to 5 pm. Special Festival vertical tastings (same variety, different years) of CABERNET SAUVIGNON and VERDELHO beginning at 3pm. Cabernet Sauvignon from 1986, Verdelho that intriguing Portugese variety. Tasting notes and flavour matched tasting plate. Numbers strictly limited. Bookings essential. A great value afternoon.

Address: 555 Harmans Mill Road, Willyabrup
Ph: +61 8 9755 6248
Website: www.willespie.com.au 

Xanadu Wines Dinner With Qynn - Wine Festival Wind Down from 5.30pm

Visit the WA Tourism Award winning restaurant to experience the talents of acclaimed local artist Qynn over dinner, one time only. Lunch service from 12pm - 3pm, dinner service from 5pm featuring Xanadu's award winning a la carte menu, and Qynn will play from 5.30pm - 8.30pm. Bookings are highly recommended.

Address: Boodjidup Road, Margaret River
Ph: +61 8 9757 2581
Email: restaurant@xanaduwines.com
Website: www.xanaduwines.com 

Vintage Stomp - 10.30am to 5pm. Pioneer Park, Cowaramup

Join the locals in a celebration of the end of vintage. “Stomp” highlights include the Bacchus Parade (god of wine), Lunar Circus performers, live music, caberet style performers, inter-winery tug of war, waiters races and of course the infamous Celebrity Stomp! Local produce and wine tastings. Tickets $10 adults, $5 children, family $20.

Ph: +61 8 9757 9330
Email: events@margaretriverwine.org.au

Clairault Winery Local Lunch - 12pm to 6pm

Local food, Local Wine, Local DJ… Enjoy locally sourced produce, crafted into suburb dishes that showcase the best the region has to offer, matched to Clairault’s exceptional award winning wines, while chilling out to the funky tunes of local DJ Tim Woodward…Bookings available online at www.clairault.com or call (08) 9755 6655.

Address: Clairault Winery, Caves Road, Wilyabrup, Margaret River
Ph: +61 8 9755 6655
Website: www.clairault.com

Driftwood Estate Winery

Well known local artist Jane Holland will be at Driftwood Estate Winery on the over the Festival Weekend displaying her art. Jane held a fabulous exhibition last year, and the response was terrific.

These sumptuous sounds will surely provide a splendid accompaniment to the fine food and wine on offer at the award winning Driftwood Estate.

Address: Lot 13, Caves Road Wilyabrup
Ph: +61 8 9755 6323
Email: drift@iinet.net.au

Hamelin Bay Wines - 1pm Sharp

Sample locally grown BBQ beef, lamb and whiting with a tutored tasting of a special wine selection of Hamelin Bays Sauvignon Blanc, Chardonnay, Cabernet Sauvignon and Shiraz from our temperature controlled wine museum. Hamelin Bay’s cellar door facilities including our gourmet platters and current release wine tastings will also be available. Winemaker Julian Scott and proprietor Richard Drake-Brockman will host the lunch. Bookings essential. Price $40 per person including BBQ lunch and wine.

Address: Just off the Brockman Hwy at Karridale (follow the signs from Karridale)
Ph: +61 8 97586779
Bookings: bookings@hbwines.com.au
Website: www.hbwines.com.au

Howard Park Wine & Food Matching Experience

Chardonnay Matched Tasting Platter
Celebrate the Margaret River Wine Region Festival with a flight of 4 award-winning Howard Park & MadFish Chardonnay's accompanied by a platter of specially matched local Margaret River produce prepared by chef Saul Atkinson. Platters are available from 11.00am - 4.00pm.

Opening Times: 10am - 5pm
Address: Miamup Rd, Cowaramup
Ph: + 61 8 9756 5200
Bookings: hpw@hpw.com.au
web: www.howardparkwines.com.au

Sandalford Wines Festival Celebration Tastings - Friday, Saturday & Sunday

Are you a wine lover? Are you searching for great value wines? All occasion wines? Unique, rare, collectable wines? Look no further than Sandalford Wines! Your senses will be aroused... desires satisfied when you join us for a truly memorable experience during the 2008 Wine Festival. Enjoy a complimentary tasting of our present release wines or purchase festival celebration tastings to savour limited release museum wines, or our highly acclaimed Prendiville Cabernet Sauvignon.

Address: 777 Metricup Rd, Wilyabrup
Ph: +61 8 9755 6213
Website: www.sandalford.com

Willespie Winery- Music & Food from 12pm
Vertical Tasting of Cabernet & Verdelho - 3pm

Want a very REAL Margaret River wine experience?  Visit WILLESPIE open daily 10.30 am to 5 pm. Special Festival vertical tastings (same variety, different years) of CABERNET SAUVIGNON and VERDELHO beginning at 3pm. Cabernet Sauvignon from 1986, Verdelho that intriguing Portugese variety. Tasting notes and flavour matched tasting plate. Numbers strictly limited. Bookings essential. A great value afternoon.
Sunday afternoon will be filled with lilting strains of the Celtic bard John Wilson, from 12 noon to 5pm. Come sit on the lawn & listen to the free concert. Well priced wine and Festival food will be available. Relax!
Display and sale of unique works of art and jewellery by Trish Durham and wine specials.
WILLESPIE is the place to be for the Festival ...... experience something different.

Address: 555 Harmans Mill Road, Willyabrup
Ph: +61 8 9755 6248
Website: www.willespie.com.au 

Yum Cha at the Vasse Felix Winery Restaurant - 10.30am

This culinary experience is not to be missed, an extravagant feast of oriental delicacies held in the Vasse Felix old winery gallery. A traditional Chinese brunch presents 12 specially selected dishes accompanied by premium Vasse Felix wine. $75 per person (no special dietary requirements).

Address: Caves Road, Cowaramup
Ph: +61 8 9756 5000
Website: www.vassefelix.com.au