# Event Details - **Event Name**: State v State: WA v SA Wine Showdown - **Event Start and End Date**: Sat, 03 Oct, 2026 at 02:30 pm – Sat, 03 Oct, 2026 at 05:30 pm (+10:00) - **Event Description**: A fun, interactive afternoon of wine, food and stories as WA takes on SA—and your vote decides which state wins.About this EventWestern Australia and South Australia are going head-to-head for a fun, interactive afternoon of wine, food, stories and friendly rivalry.Hosting the showdown is Terry P, keeping the afternoon moving, the rivalry alive and the voting honest.Aidan Considine from Nelson Wine and Cameron Smith from House of Fine Wine will introduce the contenders, share the stories behind each wine and make the case for their favourites.In the kitchen, Executive Chef Malcolm Williams has created a five-course menu designed to put every pairing to the test.Across each round, you’ll taste the competing wines, hear the stories behind them and cast your vote. There are no expert judges and no wrong answers — your opinion counts.Once the final voting cards have been counted, Terry will reveal which state has earned the title.Expect a casual and entertaining afternoon with plenty of good food, interesting wine and discussion around the table.Five courses. Ten wines. Your vote decides the winner. https://cdn-az.allevents.in/events8/banners/32b1cc20-9d30-11f1-80bb-ebfa6612c095-rimg-w1200-h132-dcf8f8f8-gmir.jpg How the showdown works:Each round includes a dish from Malcolm’s menu and competing wines from Western Australia and South Australia.You’ll receive a voting card for each course. Taste the wines, consider how they work with the food and choose your winner.At the end of the afternoon, all votes will be counted and the winning state revealed.No detailed wine knowledge is required—just bring your appetite, your opinions and perhaps a little state loyalty. https://cdn-az.allevents.in/events1/banners/32e6e5e0-9d30-11f1-80bb-ebfa6612c095-rimg-w740-h740-dcf8f8f8-gmir.jpg https://cdn-az.allevents.in/events2/banners/3318a440-9d30-11f1-80bb-ebfa6612c095-rimg-w740-h740-dcf8f8f8-gmir.jpg https://cdn-az.allevents.in/events10/banners/332b41e0-9d30-11f1-80bb-ebfa6612c095-rimg-w740-h740-dcf8f8f8-gmir.jpg The MenuArrivalSnack-sized cocktailRound OneShark Bay scallop crudoPickled apple, bay oil, lime zest and chivesSouth AustraliaPonting First Session Sauvignon Blanc — Adelaide HillsWestern AustraliaCastle Rock Skywalker Riesling — Great SouthernRound TwoPeppered venison tataki (gf)Soy, apple, ginger, sesame, pickled zucchini and green chilliSouth AustraliaChalk Hill Luna Chardonnay — PadthawayWestern AustraliaLeeuwin Estate Prelude Chardonnay — Margaret RiverRound ThreeCider-braised Scottsdale free-range pork bellyConfit shallot, pear purée, charred radicchio and cider jusSouth AustraliaCalabria Three Bridges Pinot Noir — Adelaide HillsWestern AustraliaCastle Rock Pinot Noir — Great SouthernRound FourCoffee-rubbed Mackenzie Family 6+ MS Black Angus brisketSmoked paprika, árbol chilli, thyme, coriander, jalapeño and aged cheddar cornbread (gf)South AustraliaRedman Shiraz — CoonawarraWestern AustraliaFire Gully Shiraz — Margaret RiverDessertRoasted plum and frangipane tartVanilla crème fraîche with a burnt honey, white balsamic and thyme reductionTerry the Cheese Man’s selectionSouth AustraliaSoul Growers The Debutant Chilled Red — Counoise and CarignanWestern AustraliaLeeuwin Estate Prelude Cabernet Sauvignon — Margaret RiverrVotes are counted, there can only be one winner! https://cdn-az.allevents.in/events2/banners/334d21c0-9d30-11f1-80bb-ebfa6612c095-rimg-w1200-h132-dcf8f8f8-gmir.jpg Meet the teamTerry P — HostTerry P will guide the afternoon, keep the rivalry moving and make sure every vote is counted. A familiar face at Henry and the Fox, Terry brings plenty of food knowledge, good humour and a genuine interest in what everyone around the table thinks.Aidan Considine — Nelson WineRepresenting Nelson Wine, Aidan Considine will introduce the contenders, share the stories behind the bottles and explain what makes each wine and region distinctive.Cameron Smith — House of Fine WineCameron Smith from House of Fine Wine joins Aidan to lead the wine discussion, offer insight into each pairing and make the case for the wines in his corner.Malcolm Williams — Executive ChefExecutive Chef Malcolm Williams has created the five-course menu for the showdown, with each dish designed to give the competing wines a fair chance to make their case. https://cdn-az.allevents.in/events3/banners/335eadf0-9d30-11f1-80bb-ebfa6612c095-rimg-w740-h740-dc080808-gmir.jpg - **Event URL**: https://allevents.in/melbourne/state-v-state-wa-v-sa-wine-showdown/100001994754091184 - **Event Categories**: fitness, Workshops, food-drinks - **Interested Audience**: - total_interested_count: 0 - **Event Highlights**: - Duration: 3 hours - Location: Henry and the Fox - Languages: English ## Ticket Details - **Ticket Price Range**: min: 103.58, max: 103.58, currency: AUD ## Event venue details - **city**: Melbourne - **state**: VI - **country**: Australia - **location**: Henry and the Fox - **lat**: -37.8172112 - **long**: 144.9572687 - **full address**: Henry and the Fox, 525 Little Collins Street, Melbourne, Australia ## Event gallery - **Alt text**: State v State: WA v SA Wine Showdown - **Image URL**: https://cdn-az.allevents.in/events2/banners/27790d5dfb0b8fd8cc013db8878e4984cbdc94894afd18540208ae95f038d494-rimg-w1200-h600-dc280808-gmir.jpg?v=1786305160 ## FAQs - **Q**: When and where is State v State: WA v SA Wine Showdown being held? - **A:** State v State: WA v SA Wine Showdown takes place on Sat, 03 Oct, 2026 at 02:30 pm to Sat, 03 Oct, 2026 at 05:30 pm at Henry and the Fox, 525 Little Collins Street, Melbourne, Australia. - **Q**: Who is organizing State v State: WA v SA Wine Showdown? - **A:** State v State: WA v SA Wine Showdown is organized by Henry and the Fox. - **Q**: Who is this event for? Is it right for me? - **A:** State v State: WA v SA Wine Showdown is ideal for foodies, craft beverage enthusiasts, and festival fans looking for the best local flavors and experiences. Whether you're a first-time attendee or a longtime enthusiast in Melbourne, this event is thoughtfully curated to deliver a standout experience worth every moment. 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