16th & 17th November 2024
Feast, dance and taste as your immersed in the Italian spirit of the King Valley’s winemaking families as we celebrate La Dolce Vita - come join us!
Wine
Enjoy new releases poured by the winemakers, along with prosecco cocktails and wine spritzes for fun. Salute!
Food
From nonna’s gnocchi to delicious dishes from renowned chefs, the festival is the ultimate gourmet weekend with something for everyone. Buon appetito!
Festival fun
Much more than great food and wine, there’s live music and local produce markets for grown-ups, as well as fun and games galore for little ones.
Sunday Update
What a difference a day makes..and the party continues!
The weather was superb yesterday and we can't hide from today's change of conditions - but rest assured all venues have some great options for those guests heading out today. All Sunday venues are now open and here are a few comments from the crews on the ground at each winery;
Brown Brothers - The stage has been moved inside and there is heaps of indoor or undercover seating and we have Poncho's for those who are keen!
John Gehrig Wines - Great in inside cellar door and under deck coverage - full menu and a great range of fortified wines & big reds to warm your soul
King River Estate - Tables and chairs in the Cellar door, dairy room and in Marquee with food and music on the go from 12!
La Cantina - Buon appetito! Full lunch service with heaps of undercover tables and chairs
Darling Estate - BBQ is on and spritzers are go with plenty of undercover seating!
Dal Zotto Wine - DZ have moved into the warehouse! Full menu available, wine tasting and live music with Scott and Amanda.
Pizzini Wines - Full lunch menu available and everything has been moved inside or under cover - come join us!
Politini Wines - What rain 🙂 We have extra tables and chairs in the Cellar Door and some great undercover options
Sambar Hills - Was scheduled as Saturday only so closed today.
Online Bookings
Festival Program
| Friday Night | Dal Zotto only - Prosecco Nights Launch Party |
| Saturday | All 9 venues - full festival program |
| Sunday | 8 venues - full festival program (Sambar Hills closed) |
DZ Prosecco Festival
Friday – Prosecco Nights launch party
Join us as we kick off the La Dolce Vita weekend with our Prosecco Nights launch party from 4pm Friday 15th November!
To bring in the 2024 La Dolce Vita Festival, Friday night 5pm to 9pm The Fresians will be on the stage playing the best live music to get you up and dancing. Our bar opens from 4pm so come down early, collect your festival wristband and glass, and start celebrating!
Delicious cicchetti, DZ wines, beers & cocktails will be on offer from 4pm, then from 6pm tuck into Otto’s Famous Porchetta Rolls with Italian slaw as well as wood-fired pizza, pasta and other festival favourites.
Saturday and Sunday
Entertainment
Live music on Saturday and Sunday from Scott and Amanda, the amazing local duo that play all the greatest hits to get you rocking, and the weekend is packed full of activities for the whole family with face painting, lawn games, and a jumping castle for the kids, as well as wine tastings and ‘Paint + Prosecco’ sessions for the adults. There are limited sessions and spaces so book early through our website to avoid disappointment.
Food
Wood fired pizza – Tropical, Diavalo, Prosciutto Crudo, Funghi, Margherita
Antipasti – prosciutto wrapped grissini, salami, cheese, quince paste, olives, crackers, pickled zucchini, house made dip
Shoestring fries
Pumpkin and feta arancini served in a cone topped with rocket and aioli
Lamb and chicken arrosticini
Salt and pepper calamari, fried and served in a cone topped with rocket and aioli
Pasta cooked in a 24-month aged Parmesan wheel
- Cheesy garlic with white wine and cream, topped with parsley
- Cheesy tomato topped with parsley and lemon zest
Sliders
- 2 x Pork sliders with Otto’s famous porchetta and Italian slaw on a milk bun
- 2 x Caprese sliders with fresh tomato, mozzarella and basil on a milk bun
DESSERT BAR
Mini Bomboloni – 1 of each flavour
- Jam
- Custard
- Chocolate
Gelati – Rinaldo’s Gelati – One Scoop | Two Scoops | Three Scoops
Vanilla ice cream
Chocolate ice cream
Strawberry sorbet
Dal Zotto’s is the place to be this La Dolce Vita weekend. Salute to La Dolce Vita
Saturday only (closed Sunday)
Entertainment
The Bin Chickens are back again! The Boys are back, playing those classic party anthems to get you up and dancing. Starting at 1pm and continuing into the afternoon.
Kids welcome, with a kids activities table set up for the little ones
Wines
Bubbles are our thing…come, sit back, and enjoy a glass or two.
We will be offering guided tasting of a selection of bubbles, and by the glass sales for those wanting to kick back and enjoy an afternoon on the lawn, overlooking the Sambar Hills Pinot Noir Vineyard.
The Cocktail Bar will be serving your favourite Spritz- inc Aperol, Limoncello and a Newby to the menu- The Hugo, and for those early birds, kick the day off with a champagne breakfast and enjoy a Classic Mimosa with a Croissant on the lawn from 1030am.
Food
Come for the wine and stay for the food. From 1130- 330pm grab a serving of Arancini with Mozzarella infusion, Hot Chips with Rosemary Salt, Bao Buns with Hoisin Pork and Salad or a Smash Burger Taco with bee, cheese, and special sauce.
Come enjoy a memorable taste of Sicily!
Experience stunning views and a relaxed atmosphere at Politini, the perfect place to gather with family and friends. Enjoy a day of sampling exquisite wines and savouring delicious food, all while soaking in live entertainment.
Entertainment
Saturday: talented Melbourne singer-songwriter Ash Kennedy
Sunday: acoustic covers by local solo artist Jeff Cabalar
Wine
Our friendly cellar door team awaits, ready to guide you through our superb wine selection. Discover our unique Sicilian heritage wines – the bold Nero d’Avola and crisp Grecanico. Craving something festive? Sip on a zesty Zizzu spritz or our festival special: a sangria featuring our luscious Amoroso. It’s the perfect way to toast la dolce vita!
Food
Savour our Sicilian favourites (available for lunch both days 12 – 3pm):
Golden-fried Arancini: our handcrafted traditional Sicilian rice balls served with napoli sauce, an Italian summer salad & crusty bread, pairs well with our refreshing 2023 Vermentino.
Juicy Italian pork & fennel salsicce: grilled to perfection served alongside traditional Sicilian caponata, cous cous & a garden salad. A glass of our 2021 Nero d’Avola would be a perfect match!
Italian Antipasto: A delightful selection of prosciutto-wrapped melon, creamy mozzarella, black olives, sun-dried tomatoes, rocket and crusty bread. Try our Prosecco or Pinot Grigio for the ultimate antipasto & wine pairing!
Italian-style panini: Buffalo mozzarella with chargrilled eggplant & zucchini, tomato & rocket on a ciabatta roll or savoury porchetta & rocket on a ciabatta roll.
Dessert: Nonna’s cannoli or Italian continental-style sponge
Espresso coffee, tea & hot chocolate available at the pop-up coffee bar
Remember, our bus policy is “strictly by appointment only,” so give us a call at 0427567377 to plan your visit.
For private lunches or inquiries, contact us at the same number or email us at [email protected].
Entertainment – Spring!
The perfect time to enjoy our King River riverside lawns. Games will be out & we have a small kids corner in the cellar door.
Wines
New release wine –family favourites like Chenin Blanc is back for the white wine fans!
Back vintage wine – 2018 RG Riesling is out and drinking beautifully and why not take the chance on our back vintage museum wine “lucky dip” we have raided the family cellar just for you…
Food
Lunch menu– grazing platters, a variety of arancini to be enjoyed & fries for the kids! ( varied prices for savoury)
For the sweet tooth why not enjoy a macaron & wine matching platter experience $20
The Corsini family welcomes you to the beautiful King Valley at our classic Tuscan style cellar door.
Entertainment
Be entertained by Bruno Spiller on the Piano Accordion from 11:30am, Saturday and Sunday.
Stroll through our market brimming with homemade products and local produce.
Wines
Our new 2022 Corsini’s Sparkling Chardonnay will be released. Be one of the first to enjoy this classic traditional method sparkling – the perfect wine to celebrate the upcoming festive season.
Taste our vast range of preservative free and vegan friendly wines, including our many Italian favourites; Sangiovese, Nebbiolo and Barbera and our very popular Saperavi.
Food
Match your favourite wine to some delicious homemade Italian food. Following Nonna’s secret recipes the Corsini family has again prepared their mouthwatering meals.
Try an antipasto platter on the lawns with a glass of our fresh and vibrant sparkling -our 2023 Sangiovese Col Fondo.
For lunch enjoy our beautiful Mediterranean Vegetable stack with a glass of the textural and newly released 2024 Fiano.
Alternatively, look towards the classics and enjoy a plate of our infamous Nonna’s Lasagna with a glass of our 2022 Sangiovese.
Get your family, friends or colleagues together for an enjoyable weekend and enjoy our great family friendly atmosphere.
Market
Stroll through our bigger than ever before local produce market. Enjoy the produce and products of the Northeast all in one location. Start your Christmas shopping early and support our wonderful local businesses. Stalls include; Dawnview Olive Oil, Belinda’s Aprons, Koorinook Biltong Jerky, Bert’s Bits and Pieces, Adele Pasta,Mamabearlyn Jewellery, Lazy Daisy Creations, Norwex, Amour de la Maison , Pepo Farms, DK Fly Designs, Helen’s Woodwork, Grace Coco, The Healthy Home Helper, Love Lali, Barbi’s Designs and Alma Terra Pottery.
There is something for everyone!
Small buses welcome, bookings required for large buses.
Cellar door is open from 10am to 5pm daily. We look forward to seeing you over the weekend.
Wines
This will be the launch of our first Sangiovese, a 2023 vintage which is bright, mid ruby red, with a pretty perfume and lifted palate. A light and playful expression for our first vintage.
Food
Rolled goats cheese – Goats cheese rolled in pistachios, figs and cranberries served with housemade focaccia and local honey. Our new release 2024 Petit Rosé is a fantastic match with this dish.
Polenta chips – Housemade and served with aioli – pair with a sausage for a hearty meal! Any red will work here but we particularly love these with our 2022 Gamay.
Koombahla sausages – Italian style pork sausages – housemade and served with caramelised onion, roquette and local chutney or dijionaise on a crusty bread roll. Pairs superbly with a glass of our 2019 Cabernet Sauvignon.
Entertainment
Saturday and Sunday from 12pm our regular Melbourne musicians, Jack & Sophie will be playing all your favourite songs to get you up dancing!
Wines
- New release Prosecco
- Tastings includes new release Prosecco, white, rosé and red wines.
Food
Pizza by Wood Fired Desire with a range of toppings
King Valley BBQ with their smoker will be serving up;
- Brisket Roll – 18 hours smoked brisket / cheese / pickles / jalapeño / “That Sauce”
- Smoked Pulled Pork – Texas twice-cooked hand-pulled scotch fillet / Momma’s Slaw / Sweet Baby Ray’s BBQ sauce
- Party Wings – Cherry smoked chicken wings / homemade Alambama white sauce
- Loaded Nachos -Pulled pork, or vegetarian BBQ jackfruit / corn chips / melted Mexican cheese / Mexican beans / guacamole / sour cream / fire roasted salsa / jalapeños (GF)(V)(VG)
- Charcuterie Platters
- Cheese Platters
House made ice-cream and sorbets
Celebrating gnocchi at Pizzini over the La Dolce Vita Festival
If only life was a sweet as Nonna’s Gnocchi…
Join us and as we embrace family fun, feasting and dancing at Gnocchi Carnevale. Gather your family and friends, grab a table in the grounds and relax, or dance the day away while the kids are entertained!
Entertainment
Live Music – Paris Zachariou and Bric a Brac will get you day dancing or toe tapping – 11am – 4pm.
Kids fun – Kite making, giant games, giant sandpit (with trucks and spades for all) and plenty of space for the kids to run and play.
Wines
Wine masterclasses – Celebrate 30 years of winemaking and join a masterclass with winemaker Joel Pizzini – Eight wines including Reserve and back vintage aged wines that will tell a story of evolution and innovation. 11am and 2pm Saturday, 12 noon Sunday – Book Now.
Wine Club bar – members can taste a selection of wines from the cellar with Carla Pizzini. Members free, non-members $15pp.
Wine tasting – get to cellar door and taste wines from our Sparkling Italian, La Famiglia, King Valley Craft and Strength of Site ranges.
Cocktail bar -11am – 5pm. Low and no alcohol, and beer are options! All of our wines by the glass too of course.
Food
LUNCH MENU 11-3pm
Antipasti for 2 $38
Porcini mushroom arancini with truffled aioli (gf) (6) $16
Caprese salad – heirloom tomato, basil pesto, burrata and focaccia (v) $24
Kids gnocchi with salad $16
All mains served with green salad and homemade focaccia
Gnocchi Bolognese $26
Gnocchi with Indigo Valley lamb ragu $28
Gnocchi with Mushroom, Fontina and Mascarpone and pangrattato $26 (v)
Tuscan style chicken with roasted potatoes and salad $28 (gf)
Spicy prawn rigatoni with ndjua, blistered tomato, pistachio and basil $28 (contains nuts)
DESSERT MENU – THE ULTIMATE PICK ME UP 11-4pm
Traditional Tiramisu $15
Limoncello Tiramisu $15
Chocolate Mud Cake Tiramisu $15
Trio of Tiramisu – a slice of all three $33
Pear Frangipane Tart $15
Nonna’s Apple Strudel $15
Ice-cream, assorted flavours – 2 scoops $8
Buses carrying 12 or more required to book in advance at Pizzini – please complete the Bus Booking Form
NO BYO alcohol or food
Fur babies welcome – on lead at all times.
Two days, two vibes – perfectly paired with good times and great wine.
Entertainment
Saturday: Live acoustic sets as the perfect soundtrack to your afternoon.
Sunday Session! DJ John Course will be spinning the decks throughout the afternoon
Wines
Patricia Masterclasses in the Family Cellar hosted by Brown family members. $35pp bookings essential on the day in Cellar Door. Masterclasses run at Saturday only at 11am, 1pm and 3pm with limited capacity for this intimate experience.
Saturday, 16th November 2024 | 10am – 5pm
Ease into the weekend with a relaxed day of laid-back indulgence. Think immersive tastings at our Cellar Door, exclusive Patricia Masterclasses in the Family Cellar, and long, leisurely lunches at our hatted Restaurant. Prefer to kick back under the sun? Grab a spot on the lawn, order from the full bar or grazing menu, and enjoy live acoustic sets as the perfect soundtrack to your afternoon.
Patricia Masterclasses in the Family Cellar hosted by Brown family members. $35pp bookings essential on the day in Cellar Door. Masterclasses run at 11am, 1pm and 3pm with limited capacity for this intimate experience.
Sunday, 17th November 2024 | 10am – 6pm
On Sunday, we turn up the tempo with our very first Sunday Session! DJ John Course will be spinning the decks throughout the afternoon, joined by local favourites Me & The Girl. The perfect mix of music, food, and wine – with an all-day grazing menu, a Spritz Bar to cool you down, and all your favourite Brown Brothers wines, local beers, ciders, and non-alcoholic tipples ready to sip.
*** La Dolce Vita ticket holders attending Sunday Session must still have a ticket by selecting the La Dolce Vita ticket option (at no cost). On entry guests will have to provide the Brown Brothers ticket and have their La Dolce Vita wristband and tumbler with them for entry.
Capacity limits apply and may sell out prior to the day.
Tickets via Brown Brothers website Tuesday 8th October.
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