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Upcoming Events
At Best’s Wines historic cellar door in Great Western we host a variety of events throughout the year including live music, art exhibitions, guided tastings with the Thomson Family, wine blending sessions and food and wine pairing events and even virtual masterclasses and tastings available to anyone, anywhere! Plus we also attend offsite tastings, wine dinners and pop-up tastings at wine festivals and markets. Scroll down to see our upcoming events.
Grampians Grape Escape
JOIN THE ADVENTURE!
Join us the first weekend of May in Halls Gap for an unforgettable weekend of wine, food, and music set against the breathtaking backdrop of the Grampians National Park, Gariwerd. Celebrating 32 incredible years, this iconic festival is your chance to explore the very best from Western Victoria’s producers, including top wineries from the Grampians, Pyrenees, and Henty Wine Region.
Friday 2nd May – Kick things off with Feel-Good Friday
- Unwind with live local bands
- Relish delicious bites from food trucks
- Sip on local beverages from the bar
Saturday 3th + Sunday 4th May – The full festival village opens
- Explore over 80 exhibitor stalls, from wine to whiskey and calamari to candles
- Enjoy live music all weekend
- Take part in exhibitor masterclasses and cooking demos from guest chefs
- Bring the kids for loads of free family-friendly activities
- Bid like a pro at the prestigious Grampians Winemakers Barrique Auction on Saturday!
Whether you come for the food, the wine, or just to getaway for the weekend, Grampians Grape Escape is a bucket-list festival guaranteed to leave you with full hearts, full bellies, and maybe a full car boot too.
The Bubbles Festival
We are excited to be sharing the joys of Sparkling Wine at The Bubbles Festival – a celebration of all things sparkling!
Join us to meet the importers and producers and enjoy tastings at this stylish event.
General Session Ticket Includes:
- Admission to one x two hour tasting session.
- A tasting introduction by Natalie Pickett, Founder, The Bubbles Review.
- 10 or more tastings of Sparkling Wine.
- Tasting notes.
- A RIEDEL Crystal Champagne glass (or similar valued at $45).
- Canapés served during tasting session.
- Sparkling wines are available for purchase.
- Bubbly giveaways.
Tickets $129 + Booking Fee.
Purchase a VIP Ticket upgrade – $75 + Booking fee.
Tix are selling fast. Click the link to get yours. We look forward to seeing you there!
Stables till 8
We’re staying up late!
Best’s Stables cellar door will stay open until 8pm every second Friday night throughout 2025.
Settle in with a glass of your favourite Best’s wine and enjoy a grazing platter with friends.
This Friday is popup pizza night and we’re excited to let you know we have partnered up with Great Western Granary to enjoy their delicious local made pizzas!
In addition to the pick up option at the bakery, they will also deliver their signature 72 hour slow fermented sourdough pizzas to Best’s Stables Cellar Door on Friday at 7pm so you can enjoy a sourdough pizza with a glass of wine or a cocktail.
Get your orders in for their full menu by Thursday close of business, and if you wish for your pizza to be delivered to Bests please select a 7pm delivery and put in “Delivery to Bests” in the comments section. Order from the Garage Pizza menu HERE
You can also order on Friday night by 6:30 from our limited menu for a 7pm delivery to Bests Cellar door.
Kings Birthday Long Weekend Celebrations
The ‘Kings Birthday’ weekend in the Grampians is a great time to visit and see what our region has to offer. Join us here at Best’s for wine tasting experiences and the option of local produce grazing platters.
We will be open from 11 am-4 pm across the Kings Birthday Long weekend.
- Saturday 7th June Long Weekend Tasting + Platters
- Sunday 8th June Long Weekend Tasting + Platters
- Kings Birthday Monday 9th June Long Weekend Tasting + Platters
We will be offering two tasting experiences which incorporate wines from across all our ranges. Bookings for Long Weekend tastings are essential and cost $10 pp and $15 pp. Our special Pick a Platter menu put the decision in your hands, spend as little or as much as you would like and takeaway the rest.
Bookings always receive priority over walk-in customers. For all group bookings please call us 03 5356 2250 (groups of 11 or more are charged a group booking fee)
Cost: Free Entry
Tasting: $10 & $15
Take Another Breath
Join in for Take Another Breath – Grampians, a two-day celebration of resilience, renewal, and the best of regional Victoria. Set against the breathtaking backdrop of the Grampians, this event brings together incredible food, wine, music, and local craftsmanship in a festival-style experience you won’t want to miss.
Expect local flavours & Fine Wine – Indulge in premium dishes crafted by talented local chefs, perfectly paired with Grampians wines.
Live Music All Day & Night – Dance, sing, and soak up performances from incredible regional artists, including Orange Whip, The Doodads, The Double Agents, Ryley Mason and DJ Tom Connor and more.
Artisan Markets and Local Makers – Browse and shop from a curated selection of 50+ local producers, winemakers, and artisans.
Delicious Eats – Feast on incredible bites from food trucks like Valhalla BBQ, We’re Fired Up Pizza, and The Snack Shack(seafood) and more.
Stables Dinner
We have set the table… Join us for dinner?
The Thomson family and our Cellar door team are delighted to host the Stables dinner, an exclusive dining experience at Best’s Wines. In collaboration with local talent Jody and Co Catering, we’re presenting a carefully curated three-course menu, expertly paired with a selection of our finest wines.
With just 20 seats on our long table, this intimate wine and dining event offers a memorable culinary journey.
WHAT OUR GUESTS SAY:
‘Thank you for a wonderful evening!! Food and wine pairings were amazing… service was also exceptional. Thank you to all involved. We look forward to next visiting and enjoying beautiful wine and hospitality.’
March 2025
‘It simply feels good’ Thanks for a very memorable evening, food, wine, beautiful building… Wonderful people sharing a lovely evening together. We look forward to sharing with friends next time.”
March 2025
For any dietary concerns please contact Jess at our Cellar door (03)5356 2250
Stay for dinner and the weekend? Browse some Great Western accommodation options on our blog
Stables Dinner
We have set the table… Join us for dinner?
The Thomson family and our Cellar door team are delighted to host the Stables dinner, an exclusive dining experience at Best’s Wines. In collaboration with local talent Jody and Co Catering, we’re presenting a carefully curated three-course menu, expertly paired with a selection of our finest wines.
With just 20 seats on our long table, this intimate wine and dining event offers a memorable culinary journey.
For any dietary concerns please contact Jess at our Cellar door (03)5356 2250
Stay for dinner and the weekend? Browse some Great Western accommodation options on our blog
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