Explore an Italian-inspired weekend of events at La Dolce Vita Festival, 16-17 November 2024 in the beautiful King Valley in Victoria, Australia at nine unique wineries.
Here's a guide to each winery’s offerings, and the distinct flavours that await you at each venue.
4pm-9pm, Friday 15 November
Dal Zotto Wines, Prosecco Nights Launch Party
Enjoy live music, DJ sets, and a range of Italian food, including Otto’s famous Porchetta Rolls.
10am-5pm, Saturday 16 November & Sunday 17 November
Dal Zotto Wines
Activities include wine tastings, a “Paint + Prosecco” session, face painting, lawn games, and a dessert bar. Wood-fired pizzas, arancini, pasta cooked in aged Parmesan wheels, and mini bomboloni are on offer.
Brown Brothers, Discovery Tasting Zone
Showcases four tasting experiences with selections from various brands. They’re also hosting live performances by Tommy Gun and DJ Beauy. Choose between a 4-course set menu at $120 per person or a grazing menu with cheese and charcuterie options. Restaurant bookings are essential.
Pizzini Wines, Gnocchi Carnevale
Pizzini celebrates, featuring handmade gnocchi dishes, family games, live music by Paris Zachariou and Bric a Brac, and kid-friendly activities. Enjoy antipasti, several gnocchi varieties, Tuscan-style chicken, and a dessert menu starring Tiramisu.
La Cantina
La Cantina offers a traditional Tuscan experience with preservative-free, vegan-friendly wines, live music by Leticia Box-Corsini, and a selection of Italian dishes. Feast on Nonna’s lasagna, arancini, tiramisu, and Nonno’s Fortified dessert wine, aged in oak barrels for a rich taste.
Politini Wines
Politini celebrates with Sicilian flair, including cannoli-making demonstrations and wine tastings of their Nero d’Avola and other signature Italian varietals. Sample Italian sausage, fresh pasta dishes, and desserts, plus their featured limoncello cocktails.
Sam Miranda King Valley
Known for its family-friendly vibe, Sam Miranda offers live music, wine tastings, face painting, and a family picnic area. Italian street food options include pizza and pasta, while their wines include Prosecco, Pinot Grigio, and Shiraz.
King River Estate
This winery celebrates with an artisan market, live performances, and tastings of organic wines. Look forward to Italian-inspired dishes and a unique “wine gelato.”
Wood Park Wines
Wood Park offers a relaxed environment with live acoustic music, lawn games, and wine tastings of their popular Sangiovese and other varietals. Graze on antipasto platters, arancini, and a selection of Italian desserts.
John Gehrig Wines
Known for its focus on sparkling reds, John Gehrig Wines provides a welcoming atmosphere with live music, wine tastings, and family activities. Italian food stalls feature handmade gnocchi and pasta, along with desserts like tiramisu and gelato.