Ribs & Reds Masterclass | Bluegrass Vertical Tasting

Discover How Red Wines Age and Evolve at Saddler’s Creek

May is Bluegrass Month at Saddler’s Creek Wines, and if you’re a red wine enthusiast hungry for depth, complexity, and the truth about cellaring, this is your Hunter Valley pilgrimage. On Saturday 31 May, our Pokolbin Cellar Door transforms into a playground for those who crave to taste the evolution of exceptional reds.

Bluegrass Collection: The Art of Aging

The Bluegrass Collection is the heart of Saddler’s Creek-crafted for longevity, renowned for its bold black fruit, firm tannins, and full-bodied structure. These wines are handpicked from the finest vintages and reserved for cellaring, knowing that time and patience will reward you with richer, smoother, and more complex pours. As the years pass, tannins soften, fruit flavours deepen, and the finish becomes more lingering and memorable.

Vertical Tasting: New Release vs Cellar Aged

This is your chance to experience a true vertical tasting-side by side, compare new release Bluegrass reds with their cellar-aged legends, some matured for up to ten years. Discover exactly how time in the bottle transforms structure, flavour, and harmony. No more guessing what “aging potential” means; taste the proof in your glass.

Ribs & Reds Masterclass: Wine & Food Pairing Experience

What’s Included

• Six iconic Bluegrass reds:
  2022 Bluegrass Shiraz & 2017 Bluegrass Shiraz
  2022 Bluegrass Cabernet Merlot & 2016 Bluegrass Cabernet Merlot
  2022 Bluegrass Cabernet Sauvignon & 2015 Bluegrass Cabernet Sauvignon

• Perfectly paired rib bowls:
  Smoked pork ribs with maple cherry barbecue glaze
  Braised beef ribs with Texan rub and molasses
  Marsala-dusted lamb ribs with pickled cucumber and fruit chutney

• Guided by a wine expert:
  Learn the art of tasting, discover the secrets of cellaring, and refine your palate with every sip and bite.

• Interactive masterclass:
  Deepen your understanding and appreciation for well-crafted, age-worthy wine in a relaxed, welcoming setting.

Why Join This Hunter Valley Wine Event?

• Experience the evolution of Australia’s most adored red varieties and blends.

• Learn to taste and assess wine like a connoisseur, not just a casual sipper.

• Enjoy the synergy of food and wine pairing, where every bite amplifies the wine’s unique character.

• Seating is limited for this exclusive masterclass-secure your spot and indulge in an unforgettable journey through time, taste, and terroir.

Reserve Your Place

This is not just another wine tasting. It’s a masterclass, a flavour journey, and a rare chance to experience the magic of cellaring with the Bluegrass Collection. Book now and elevate your wine wisdom-your palate will never be the same.

WHEN: Saturday 31st May 2025

WHERE: Saddler’s Creek Winery, 15 Marrowbone Rd, Pokolbin

TICKETS: $75 person | Club Equus $60

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