The annual Yarra Valley Shedfest Wine Festival returns for its 18th incarnation from 12 to 13 October, proudly celebrating the providence of grape-to-glass production of premium locally-produced wine.
Hosted by Yarra Valley Smaller Wineries Association (YVSWA), the collective two-day event sees small and family owned wineries and vineyards open their cellar doors and wine sheds.
Immersive and sensory, family-friendly Shedfest offers fine fare, premium wines with exclusive releases, unique gastronomic delights with each winery offering different cuisines, cellar-door specials, live music and entertainment, including lawn games at some venues.
The continual growth and success of the annual Shedfest event has led to its expansion across the entire Yarra Valley.
The participating wineries stretch along the Warburton Highway to Seville, Maroondah Highway to Healesville and the Melba Highway to Yarra Glen.
Event organiser John D’Aloisio of Seville Hill Winery said the event had established itself as an integral destination event for the industry.
“We are a unique collective of boutique wineries that produce some of Victoria’s finest wines – Shedfest is a great way to explore a number of our cellar offerings, discover unique releases, prepare for Christmas with cellar door savings all while enjoying spring at its finest,” he said.
He also said that as an organisation, YVSWA had raised more than $80,000 for the community, including local CFA and SES units.
Visitors can design their itinerary by winery or by food offerings across more than a dozen participating wineries.
Entry to the Yarra Valley Shedfest Wine Festival starts from $15 and includes a souvenir glass for tastings at all the participating wineries, with some proceeds from the sale of the glass going to a local community group.
Ticket options are available at www.shedfest.com.au, including value-added entry and food packages and an early bird special.
For more information regarding travel options, a map of the event and participating wineries, visit www.shedfest.com.au.
