THE GREAT EASTERN WINE WEEK WILL BE BACK 6TH – 15TH SEPTEMBER 2024
The Great Eastern Wine Week Festival
Stretching along 220km of coastline, envied for our cool-climate drops, The Great Eastern Wine Week is a 10-day festival and a collective of over 40 events at our region’s boutique wineries and local businesses.
It’s all about the people, the place, the natural beauty and the stories of the East Coast and enjoying our award-winning wines! Meet the winemakers, growers, producers and the people behind the wine.
Why not combine an event with mountain biking in St Helens, a boat cruise in the Bay of Fires, exploring Freycinet Peninsula and Wineglass Bay, or a visit to Maria Island to see their unique blonde wombats. There’s so much to do!
Join the conversation on social media and follow the hashtags #eastcoastwinetrail #greateasternwineweek #geww2023 #eastcoasttasmania #discovertasmania
For help planning your trip to the East Coast for the Great Eastern Wine Week, visit www.eastcoasttasmania.com or download the East Coast Tasmania App from your app store.
Wine. Dine. Experience.
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Needing a lift to an event? We have transfers!
In 2023 we have a range of Transfer options for events along the coast! See below to book.
Friday September 8th:
Great Eastern Wine Week Launch Event: Bus Tickets Here
Saturday September 9th:
For Tickets to Devil’s Corner Black Tie and Masquarde: Bus Tickets Here
Please Note: if you are attending Craigie Knowe Vineyard’s Unwind in the Vines and are coming from Swansea ticket holders will be emailed directly for your bus schedule in the coming weeks.
For all other Transport Tickets Click Here
Sunday 10th September:
For all Transport Tickets Click Here
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For Transport on Wednesday 13th September please email admin@eastcoastwinetrail.com.au
Thursday 14th September:
For Transport Tickets Click Here
Friday 15th September:
For Transport Tickets Click Here
Saturday 16th September:
PLEASE NOTE: If you are attending Thirsty Merc at Spring Vale and are picking up and dropping off from Swansea, this will be a pay the driver service of $20 – no booking required, picking up from The Swansea football ground.
Other Transport Tickets Click Here
Sunday 17th September:
Transport Tickets Click Here
If you are looking for transport for:
- Event’s without Bus Tickets
- Transfers between events
- Any of the events coming from area’s not listed with pick up points i.e the north of the region
Then please contact admin@eastcoastwinetrail.com.au
The Great Eastern Wine Week – Launch Event
East Coast Wine Trail at Mayfield Estate
5:30pm-10pm
Friday, 8th September
Our first signature event to kick off The Great Eastern Wine Week, hosted at Mayfield Estate each event holder will be showcasing their wine & produce with a beautiful backdrop and Live Music with Luke Parry.
Taste of The Bend
The Bark Mill
4:00pm - 5:00pm
Friday, 8 September
An exclusive opportunity to experience a hosted tasting by The Bend Vineyard, sampling their award winning Cabernets and Rieslings at The Bark Mill, Swansea.
Bottomless Brunch
The Branch
10am - 12pm
Saturday, 9 September
Wine, Cocktails & Brunch on a Saturday Morning in Swansea, hosted in a 1920’s restored Bank.
Sip and Shuck
The Bend Vineyard and Melshell Oysters
11:00am - 12:30pm
Saturday, 9 September
An intimate and truly indulgent Melshell oyster tasting session and The Bend Vineyard wine pairing for the obsessed and the just plain curious.
Maclean Bay Pop-Up Tastings
Maclean Bay Vineyard
11:00am - 4:00pm
Saturday, 9 September
Stop by Maclean Bay Vineyard to try wines from their boutique vineyard and rustic cellar door
30 Years of Radenti Lunch with Freycinet Marine Farm
Freycinet Vineyard
12:30pm - 4:00pm
Saturday, 9 September
Enjoy a feast of sparkling wine and sumptuous seafood from Freycinet Marine Farm, set amongst the picturesque Freycinet Vineyard
Mulled Wine & Hot Cheese Shindig
Twamley Farm
1:00pm - 4:30pm
Saturday, 9 September
An afternoon shindig at Twamley Farm under the oak trees. Nothing beats the chill better than mugs of warm mulled wine and melty hot cheese snacks by a fire.
Unwind in the Vines
Craigie Knowe Vineyard
12:00pm - 4:00pm
Saturday, 9 September
Join us for Unwind In The Vines V8, with The Blues Brothers Revival. Wine, Beer, Food and Fun.
Twilight Dinner at The Bark Mill
The Bark Mill
5:30pm - 9:00pm
Saturday, 9 September
The Bark Mill will be hosting a five-course set menu to showcase Tasmania’s finest produce to pair perfectly with the East Coast’s finest wines.
Gourmet Grazing with Grape ‘n Grain
Ironhouse Tasmania
6:00pm - 10:00pm
Saturday, 9 September
Join the Ironhouse team for an evening of indulgent long table dining highlighted by our estate grown wines and single malt whiskies.
Black Tie Masquerade at Devils Corner
Devil's Corner Cellar Door
6:00pm - 9:30pm
Saturday, 9 September
Join The team at Devils corner for a night of elegance, wine and music for the Devil’s Masquerade.
Sparkling Sun Salute
Spring Vale Wines
10:00am-12:00pm
Sunday, 10 September
A morning of Yoga in the Vines at Spring Vale Vineyard followed by bubbles and breakfast at Mel’s Kitchen
Trail, Graze and Cheers
Boomer Creek Vineyard
11:00am - 1:30pm
Sunday, 10 September
Guided walking tour from the cellar door across our farm to the vineyard and olive grove, before finishing with paired wines and local platter delicacies.
Maclean Bay Pop-Up Tastings
Maclean Bay Vineyard
11:00am - 4:00pm
Sunday, 10 September
Stop by Maclean Bay Vineyard to try wines from their boutique vineyard and rustic cellar door and teaming up with Ma Oysters from Bruny Island
Picnic on the Ridge with Priory Ridge Wines & Bay of Fires Cheese
Priory Ridge Vineyard and Cellar Door
11:30am - 3:30pm
Sunday, 10 September
We invite you to celebrate Spring relaxing in our picturesque setting overlooking the tranquil Priory valley. Meet the makers, taste, and enjoy newly released wines and award-winning cheeses. Outdoor & under cover picnic facilities.
Vino, Pinot and Paella
Darlington Vineyard
12:00pm - 3:00pm
Sunday, 10 September
Join us for a relaxing day while the team from Brewlab prepare a sumptuous Paella from scratch as you enjoy our estate grown wines in the vineyard overlooking Maria Island
High Tea
Craigie Knowe Vineyard
12:00pm - 2:00pm
Sunday, 10 September
Come and relax in the beautiful surrounds of Craigie Knowe vineyard, enjoy exceptional pastries created by renowned Xinruo Wang and beautiful paired wines
Tapas on the Terrace
Piermont Retreat
1:00pm - 4:00pm
Sunday, 10 September
Join us for ‘Tapas on the Terrace’ at The Homestead at Piermont paired with treehouse vineyard’s Pinot Grigio
Trail, Graze and Cheers
Boomer Creek Vineyard
11:00am - 1:30pm
Wednesday, 13 September
Enjoy a guided walking tour from the cellar door across our farm to the vineyard and olive grove, before finishing with paired wines and local platter delicacies.
High Tea
Craigie Knowe Vineyard
12:00pm - 2:00pm
Wednesday, 13 September
Come and relax in the beautiful surrounds of Craigie Knowe vineyard, enjoy exceptional pastries created by renowned Xinruo Wang and beautiful paired wines
101 an Introduction to Wine Classes with Tasting & Lunch
Little Beach Co
12:00pm - 3:30pm
Wednesday, 13 September
Join Lynne and the Little Beach team for a fun afternoon of 101 wine tasting of Riesling & Pinot Noir with a paired Lunch.
101 an Introduction to Wine Classes with Tasting & Dinner
Little Beach Co
6:00pm - 9:30pm
Wednesday, 13 September
Join Lynne and the Little Beach team for a fun evening of 101 wine tasting of Riesling & Pinot Noir with a paired dinner.
Plumm Masterclass
Craigie Knowe Vineyard
11:00am - 12:30pm
Thursday, 14 September
Understand how the correct glassware enhances your wine experience. This is an interactive event and great fun, hosted by Plumm glasswear.
Brisket & Burgundy
The Branch
5:30pm-9:30pm
Thursday, 14 September
Spend the evening pairing briskets and slow-cooked meats with an array of “tassie style’ burgundy’s’ while listening the the musical stylings from Nathan Broomhall
Gems of the East Coast a collaboration with Saffire
Craigie Knowe Vineyard
12:00pm - 4:00pm
Friday, 15 September
Join us for this once-a-year, unmissable event boasting a degustation lunch using the very best local East Coast produce prepared by the talented chefs from Saffire Freycinet, all matched to our fabulous Craigie Knowe wines.
Taste of Ironhouse
The Bark Mill
4:00pm - 6:00pm
Friday, 15 September
Join Ironhouse Distillery at The Bark Mill, Swansea for a afternoon of Spirits, Wines and tasting plates
Wild Feast on the Beach
Mayfield Estate Cellar Door
5:00pm - 8:00pm
Friday, 15 September
Mayfield Estate and Tasman Sea Salt come together with an evening feast of seasonal produce, cooked on open fires on the beach at sunset
101 an Introduction to Wine Classes with Tasting & Dinner
Little Beach Co
6:00pm - 9:30pm
Friday, 15 September
Join Lynne and the Little Beach team for a fun evening of 101 wine tasting of Chardonnay & Cabernet Sauvignon with a paired dinner.
Gourmet Bangers & Mash with Hurly Burly Wines
Hurly Burly Wines
6:00pm-8:30pm
Friday, 15 September
Join Hurly Burly at their Homestead for a intimate dinner of Gourmet ‘Bangers & Mash’ and how they beautifully pair with Hurly Burly’s wines
Sip Paint & Platter
Darlington Vineyard
6:30pm - 9:00pm
Friday, 15 September
Release your inner Picasso! Create your individual masterpiece guided by local artist Georgia Mars, enjoying Darlington wines and Tasmanian fare
Maclean Bay Pop-Up Tastings
Maclean Bay Vineyard
11:00am - 4:00pm
Saturday, 16 September
Stop by Maclean Bay Vineyard to try wines from their boutique vineyard and rustic cellar door
Bottomless Brunch
The Branch
10am - 12pm
Saturday, 16 September
Wine, Cocktails & Brunch on a Saturday Morning in Swansea, hosted in a 1920’s restored Bank.
Sip and Shuck
The Bend and Melshell Oysters
11:00am - 12:30pm
Saturday, 16 September
An intimate and truly indulgent Melshell oyster tasting session and The Bend Vineyard wine pairing for the obsessed and the just plain curious.
Thirsty Merc at Spring Vale
Spring Vale Wines
12:00pm - 5:30pm
Saturday, 16 September
A day of live music, food and wine on the lawn at Spring Vale featuring Thirsty Merc, Ange Boxall and Pete Cornelius
High Tea
Craigie Knowe Vineyard
12:00pm - 2:00pm
Saturday, 16 September
Come and relax in the beautiful surrounds of Craigie Knowe vineyard, enjoy exceptional pastries created by renowned Xinruo Wang and beautiful paired wines
Barrels and Back Vintages with Claudio Radenti
Freycinet Vineyard
2:00pm - 4:00pm
Saturday, 16 September
Join winemakers Claudio Radenti and Keira O’Brien for a ‘behind the scenes’ tasting of Freycinet Vineyard wines
101 an Introduction to Wine Classes with Tasting & Dinner
Little Beach Co
6:00pm - 9:30pm
Saturday, 16 September
Join Lynne and the Little Beach team for a fun evening of 101 wine tasting of Sauvignon Blanc & Shiraz with a paired dinner.
Maclean Bay Pop-Up Tastings
Maclean Bay Vineyard
11:00am - 4:00pm
Sunday, 17 September
Stop by Maclean Bay Vineyard to try wines from their boutique vineyard and rustic cellar door
Trail, Graze and Cheers
Boomer Creek Vineyard
11:00am - 1:30pm
Sunday, 17 September
Guided walking tour from the cellar door across our farm to the vineyard and olive grove, before finishing with paired wines and local platter delicacies.
Vino & Vinyl
Milton Vineyard
12:00pm - 3:00pm
Sunday, 17 September
A lively family friendly Sunday session afternoon of listening to music hits of the past at Milton Vineyard’s cellar door
East Coast Degustation Delight
Craigie Knowe Vineyard
12:00pm - 4:00pm
Sunday, 17 September
Come and enjoy a fabulous degustation dinner created by Chris Lucas, paired carefully with Craigie Knowe wines
Tapas on the Terrace
Piermont Retreat
1:00pm - 4:00pm
Sunday, 17 September
Join us for ‘Tapas on the Terrace’ at The Homestead at Piermont paired with treehouse vineyard’s Pinot Grigio
Wine and Wreath Workshop
Darlington Vineyard
2:00pm - 4:00pm
Sunday, 17 September
Learn how to make your very own vine wreath with Jaye from Silvertree Botanics and Darlington Vineyard’s vines, wines and Tasmanian fare.
ECHO Presents The Splendid Gin & Shed Sessions
Spring Vale Wines
2:00pm-5:00pm
Sunday, 17 September
ECHO presents an afternoon of Splendid Gin and the Shed Sessions – with Pete Cornelius & Simon Holmes, and guest songstress, Ange Boxall
Partners / Sponsors
The East Coast Wine Trail Association is a voluntary committee, committed to working collaboratively with our partners to ensure the continued success of the festival. We’d like to give a big thanks to our partners for helping us make the Great Eastern Wine Week Festival possible.
This project received grant funding from the Australian Government under the Recovery for Regional Tourism program administered by Austrade.
Interested in becoming a festival partner? We have a wide range of partnership packages for the Great Eastern Wine Week Festival to suit your objectives and marketing budgets. We aim to align with your business to provide a unique food and wine-centric platform with which to engage your target audiences and bring your brand to life. Please contact East Coast Wine Trail Association, via email admin@eastcoastwinetrail.com.au for more information.