A Global Organic Wine Lineup Lands at West Side Place
Melbourne’s wine scene is about to get a serious organic shake-up. West Side Wine, the city’s newest drinking haunt, is making its entrance with Taste with the Makers, a one-night-only tasting event featuring some of the best organic wines and spirits from around the globe.
On Sunday, 23 February, nine producers from Italy, France, the UK, and Australia will pour over 30 organic and biodynamic wines and spirits, offering guests a rare chance to sip and chat directly with the makers. At just $50 a ticket, it’s a pretty small price to pay for an evening of unfiltered insights and organic delights.
A Sneak Peek at West Side Wine
West Side Wine is set to open at West Side Place on Spencer Street, bringing a sharp focus on certified organic wines and spirits. Thanks to a two-year partnership with FAB Organic Wine & Spirits, this new bar will serve a carefully chosen selection of bottles sourced from across the globe. Expect everything from character-driven biodynamic reds to small-batch organic gins—each bottle reflecting a commitment to sustainable winemaking.
Before its official launch, Taste with the Makers will give Melburnians a sneak preview of what’s in store. The event, hosted in collaboration with FAB, is all about connecting drinkers with the people behind the wines, bridging the gap between farm, barrel, and bottle.
Who’s Pouring?
If you’re serious about organic wines, this lineup is worth a swirl.
- Mas de Cadenet (Provence, France) – Crisp, dry rosé from the region that does it best.
- Beconcini (Tuscany, Italy) – Tuscan reds with some serious structure.
- Renato Buganza (Piedmont, Italy) – Nebbiolo lovers, take note.
- Gorgo (Verona, Italy) – Zippy whites that scream summer afternoons.
- Gorghi Tondi (Sicily, Italy) – Indigenous Sicilian varieties with a coastal edge.
- Jasci & Marchesani (Abruzzo, Italy) – One of Italy’s pioneers in organic winemaking.
- Tropfltalhof (Alto Adige, Italy) – High-altitude expressions packed with minerality.
- Linden Leaf Gin (Cambridge, UK) – Precision-distilled organic gin for the purists.
- Handpicked Wines (Australia) – Local legends with a sustainable ethos.
What to Expect
The drinks take centre stage, but there’s more to enjoy. Dorsett Hotel is dishing up a lineup of refined canapés to match the wines, while a well-loved Melbourne DJ will be spinning a relaxed, lo-fi soundtrack. It’s a rare chance to clink glasses with the people making some of the best organic drinks in the world and meet fellow wine lovers who appreciate the natural side of things.
The Deals & Details
Tickets are $50 per person and if you find something you love, there are perks for stocking up—buy six bottles and your ticket price is refunded; grab a dozen, and you’ll get your ticket price back plus 20% off your purchase.
West Side Wine, located at 645 Little Lonsdale Street in Melbourne’s Ritz-Carlton precinct, is shaping up to be a serious player in the city’s organic wine scene. While the official opening date is still under wraps, Taste with the Makers offers a glimpse of what’s to come.
Tickets are available now at drinkfab.com.au.
Melbourne’s wine scene is about to get a serious organic shake-up. West Side Wine, the city’s newest drinking haunt, is making its entrance with Taste with the Makers, a one-night-only tasting event featuring some of the best organic wines and spirits from around the globe.
