Taste the Tamar
The Tamar Valley is unrivalled when it comes to superior produce. The fresh air, clean water, fertile soils and passionate, hardworking locals fuse together to create mouthwatering magic. Join us to discover why these three Tamar Valley businesses are turning heads for their premium products and creative attitudes.
There are whispers in the vines about a fresh new face on the Tasmanian wine scene. Allow us to introduce you to UTZINGER.
In 2015, Swiss winemaker Matthias was traversing the globe, searching for the perfect place to establish his own vineyard. Fortunately for us, he met Lauren and followed her back to her heart-shaped island home. In 2018, here in Tasmania, Utzinger was born.
Matthias and Lauren, following the philosophy of 'maximum care, minimum intervention', planted their first vines along the fertile banks of the Tamar River. The result? A sensational product, of which you'll want to savour every sip.
Join us as we indulge in an exclusive and intimate 'Tour and Tasting' experience.
Over the hill and not too far away, our next stop is the Stoney Rise Wine Company. Joe and Lou Holyman have the reputation of being among Tasmania’s best wine producers – you’ll soon see why!
Joe grew up among the vines here in Tasmania; his family have been in the industry since the 80’s. He met Lou while working in vineyards on South Australia’s beautiful Limestone Coast. However, when they stumbled upon a Tassie vineyard for sale in 2004, the lure of the Apple Isle proved to be too strong to resist.
While Joe spends most of his time in the vineyard, Lou’s is the warm and welcoming face we’ll find at their brand-new cellar door. Designed by local architect ‘Cumulus’, the cellar door gazes out over the estate and the meandering Tamar River beyond. Here Lou will talk us through a tutored tasting as we uncover the complex layers of personality in each wine.
Hopefully by now you're hungry! Let's crack open the doors to Timbre Kitchen, where the aromas of woodfire cooking hint at the sensory journey that is yet to come.
Here, Matt Adams is both the owner and the head chef. He and his team deliver a creative menu, perfectly paired with a relaxed dining experience. Their food is contemporary and unique; yet subtle and homely, and delivered with superior service. Matt prefers to use seasonal produce from local Tamar Valley producers and backyard gardeners, meaning that Timbre’s progressive menu is ever evolving.
Enjoy this rare opportunity to taste all the flavours of the Tamar, paired with a complimentary glass of Velo wine, before we reluctantly return you to Launceston.
Includes:
5 hour private Tamar Valley tour with local Experiential Tasmania guide
Private personal vineyard and tasting experience with owners Matthias and/or Lauren at by appointment Utzinger
Relaxed wine tasting and small snack at the architecturally stunning Stoney Rise Wine Company cellar door
Seasonal local set lunch and complimentary glass of Velo still wine at Timbre Kitchen
Transport in comfortable vehicle- includes water and snacks
* Please note that winemakers are not always available and other vineyard staff may be taking the experience.
Time: 10:30am-3:30pm
Available: Thursday, Friday, Saturday, Sunday
Cost: $380.00 per person (2-4 guests), $340.00 per person (5-8 guests), 9+ guests on request.
