Their farm to plate philosophy means bringing together the wines grown on the property, with the local produce grown and made in the region. Bridgette, their Wee Jasper Cheese Maker, will take you through making your own Mozarella and Ricotta. Contentious Character chef Tom will prepare a marinated and cooked Haloumi dish, with a tasting […]
READ MORENorton Road Wines
Norton Road Wines is a new family owned venture specialising in growing and making small batch cool climate wines that reflect the terroir of their region. They are working with local viticulturists and winemakers in preparation for the 2019 vintage. The Norton Road vineyard at Wamboin is a small four acre parcel of Pinot Noir, […]
READ MOREContentious Character Vineyard, Winery, Cellar-door and Kitchen
Contentious Character is a contemporary vineyard estate with winery, cellar door, kitchen, and event facilities, in the hills of Wamboin, 15 minutes from Canberra Airport. Experience a taste of the entire Canberra region in one location, with wines from the Founders Museum Collection of old world style vintages. These aged wines have matured exceptionally well […]
READ MORELove in the Vines – Sunny Lunch or Sunset Dinner on Valentines Day
Take a table on the lawn or deck overlooking the vineyard for lunch, or for dinner with candles to watch the sun set and enjoy Valentines Day themed specials- with an option to purchase a boy or girl wine hamper with flowers for your lover, presented at the table. All designed for lovers to share […]
READ MORERainbow Springs Fly Fishing School
Rainbow Springs provides unique teaching facilities surrounded by spring fed waters brimming with fish. The water is so clear you can see trophy rainbow and brown trout feeding in the shallows of the late afternoon. You will learn to fly fish for trout and be guided by instructors who will provide you with the kind […]
READ MORESummer Sunday Sounds at Contentious Character
Each Sunday throughout Summer, they will bring you a different musician or band to play away the Summer afternoons while you watch the sun set sipping on one of their summer friendly wines, all grown and made on the estate by the Contentious four. Bring the kids and they can play games on the lawn, […]
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