Description

Specialising in the same grape varieties, France and Australia are building a fascinating rivalry. While some still consider the French wines to be at the pinnacle of wine quality worldwide, Australia too is making outstanding and world class examples.

To compare style, quality and value for money between the French and Australian wines, we pair a famous example from each country for the six major grape varieties of Riesling, Sauvignon/Semillon, Chardonnay, Pinot Noir, Shiraz and Cabernet Sauvignon. During our comparisons, we include discussion on the matter of soils, climate, the appellation system, labelling laws, winemaking technique and history. This is always a very fun one- night course, and serves as the perfect introduction and overview to French wines.

Lineup for 19th of March 2026 -

*Champagne on Arrival

2018 Brokenwood ILR Semillon - $99
2022 Didier Dagueneau “Blanc Etc” (Pouilly Fume) - $310

2022 Duke’s “Magpie Hill” Reserve Riesling - $46
2020 Domaine Kirrenbourg “Schlossberg” Grand Cru Riesling - $160

2024 Cullen "Kevin John" Chardonnay - $189
2022 JP Fichet Meursault “Chevaliers” - $340

2023 Bass Phillip “Premium” Pinot Noir - $295
2022 Virgile Lignier Michelot Morey St Denis Vieilles Vignes - $230

2019 Syrahmi “La La” Shiraz - $230
2019 Guigal St Joseph “Viges de l’Hospice” - $230

2021 Moss Wood Cabernet Sauvignon - $159
2021 Chateau Pichon Comtesse de Lalande, Pauillac - $495