Wilimee Winemaker’s Lunch

 

Join us for an unforgettable afternoon as Tonka hosts a Winemaker’s Lunch with the boutique Wilimee Vineyard on Sunday, May 25th.

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Earlier this season, we travelled to the stunning Wilimee Vineyard in Victoria’s Macedon Ranges—tucked into ancient Cambrian soils and surrounded by cool high-country air—to hand-pick the wines that will be poured for you on May 25th.

Alongside winemaker Ben Ranken, our head sommelier Gemma Neil, and our founder, Mykal Bartholomew we tasted through their exceptional range and curated a five-course menu to match.

Wilimee is a small, family-run vineyard founded by winemaker Ben and interior architect Sally Richardson. Their Chardonnay and Pinot Noir grow on land rich with story—beside a sacred Wurundjeri quarry—and each bottle reflects a deep connection to place and purpose.

On the day, you’ll be guided through a thoughtfully selected line-up of wines—including their rare Underwater Pinot Noir, aged five years beneath the surface—paired with a seasonal five-course menu designed to elevate each pour.

Watch our journey behind the scenes at Wilimee here.

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$190 per person – with wine match

On Arrival

2024 By Wilimee Fiano Heathcote, VIC

Rock oyster | Kingfish butti | Bhutte Ka Kees tostada | Smoked trout idli

2023 Wilimee Chardonnay Macedon Ranges, VIC

Skull Island tiger prawn biryani

2024 By Wilimee Chardonnay Macedon Ranges, VIC

Palak paneer spanakopita

2018 Wilimee Five Year Underwater Pinot Noir Macedon Ranges, VIC

2018 Wilimee Control Pinot Noir Macedon Ranges, VIC

Braised beef short rib in beetroot curry with parsnip puree

Fried Brussel sprouts, burnt honey and preserved lemon

Jasmin rice

Black garlic naan

2024 By Wilimee Mourvèdre Heathcote, VIC

2023 By Wilimee Shiraz Heathcote, VIC

Cheese, house made lavosh and seasonal preserve

2024 By Wilimee Pinot Noir Tumburumba, NSW

2024 By Wilimee  Pinot Noir/ Syrah Macedon Ranges, VIC

 

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