Effervescent, elegant and undeniably excellent – much like us Melburnians – the Bubbles Festival is popping back into Melbourne on May 2, so round up your Champagne-loving friends.
Hosted by the Bubbles Review, this festival dedicated solely to sparkling wine first made its fizzy debut in Melbourne in 2017 before branching out to Sydney, Brisbane, Adelaide and Perth. This year’s Melbourne event returns to Rivers Edge Events, a chic venue with gorgeous views of the Yarra and city skyline.
Expect top-tier sparkling wines from Victorian producers, alongside drops from across Australia and around the globe – including plenty of Champagne. Each ticket grants you a two-hour tasting session (at noon and 3pm), where you’ll sample more than ten varieties served in a Riedel Champagne glass. You’ll also have the chance to meet the makers behind the bubbles and graze on delicious canapés while you sip.
“I think that Champagne and sparkling wine are one of the joys of life and something to be shared,” says founder Natalie Pickett. “We love bringing all of these superb sparkling wines together with our followers at the Bubbles Festival.”
From wine connoisseurs to people wanting a fun day out, this is one event worth toasting to. Buy your tickets here for $139 per person (plus booking fee), with a VIP upgrade available for an additional $75. Cheers!
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