Black Betty, Mushroom Group, Frontier Touring
WINE ISLAND - Canberra 2022
Celebrate the start of summer, as Queen Elizabeth II Island transforms into a Wine Lovers paradise over three glorious days this December.
The forecast for Canberra’s first weekend in December is 100% chance of wine!
The creators of Wine Island Sydney have partnered with the Mushroom Group to bring their unique island experience to Canberrans for the chance to enjoy a paradise of their own. From Friday 2nd to Saturday 3rd December 2022, Wine Island will float into our nation’s capital to take over Queen Elizabeth II Island (formerly known as Aspen Island) on Lake Burley Griffin in Canberra.
Wine Island Canberra will give visitors the chance to live on island time for the opening weekend of summer when they step into a lush, green oasis for a getaway that’s unique, boutique and luxurious – time on QEII Island won’t move from hour to hour but from mood to moment and drink to drink.
Once on the island, guests will enjoy cellar door experiences from a broad range of Australian winemakers, from regions including the Hunter Valley, McLaren Vale, King Valley, Coonawarra, and Alpine Valley. If you’re dreaming of an overseas escape, kick back at the Greek Beach Club featuring the finest wines, beer and ouzo from Drink Greek. There’s even a DJ to set the paradise vibes spinning live tunes.
There’ll be plenty of Canberra legends in attendance too, including BentSpoke Brewing Co., Lark Hill, Big River Distilling Co., Contentious Character, Sholto Wines, and Mount Majura. Gourmet food will be available from Olleyville by Create (cheese and charcuterie platters, tacos, dessert), Grease Monkey (burgers), Olive at Hawker (Mediterranean) with more to be announced soon.
Food and wine aren’t the only agenda items on the holiday itinerary - activities are a big part of the experience on Wine Island, so pull up your sleeves and get involved! There are the hugely popular Wine Selectors wine education masterclasses, where you can pit your inner vino detective against other holidaymakers to reveal mystery wines with clues from our experts.
If you fancy yourself as an artist, our speedy Pinot & Picasso art classes allow you to take home your own painting with guidance from a professional. Discover more about Canberra’s Big River Distilling Co at their gin classes. There’s even Yoga + Unwined on the beach providing what would have to be the perfect blend of self-care and ‘me’ time.
Island days are the best kind of days, so gather your friends and get ready to love the wine you’re with! We look forward to welcoming you to Wine Island for a drop in the Capital that’s sure to make a big splash!
.jpg)