SIP, SAVOUR & BE MERRY:
A VERY SIRROMET
CHRISTMAS
IT’S TIME TO CELEBRATE CHRISTMAS THE SIRROMET WAY: WITH GREAT COMPANY AND EVEN BETTER WINE.
FESTIVE PAIRINGS MADE EASY
Whether your Christmas table is seafood-focused or stacked with roasts, there’s a Sirromet wine to make every moment shine. Lucky for us, this isn’t a season for rules just opportunities to indulge:
For the early starters, a chilled glass of Sirromet Sparkling sets the mood. Add a little berry garnish and suddenly you ’ re the one everyone wants to sit next to Seafood lovers will find a perfect match in a crisp Fiano fresh, bright and ready to elevate every prawn on the platter. For the traditional roast crowd, our Signature Collection Shiraz Viognier brings festive richness, spice and enough generosity to handle everything from glazed ham to turkey with all the trimmings And dessert? The Clyde NV Tawny. Enough said. Your plum pudding with thank you later
CHRISTMAS TRADITIONS WITH A WINE CLUB TWIST
We all have our festive rituals — some sweet, some quirky, some mildly chaotic. At Sirromet, we believe Christmas traditions are best enjoyed with a glass in hand: Decorating the tree? Pour something sparkling Wrapping presents? Rosé makes even the dodgiest tape jobs feel elegant Surviving family board games? Enter: a generously poured Cabernet Shiraz
THE GIFT THAT NEVER GETS REGIFTED
While socks and scented candles have their place, nothing says “I genuinely like you ” like a handpicked bottle of Sirromet wine. It’s thoughtful, personal and — most importantly — guaranteed to be enjoyed. Wine Club members, of course, have a little insider advantage. Limited releases, small-batch gems and exclusive drops mean you can give a gift no store shelf can compete with.
A TOAST TO YOU
As another year comes to a close, we want to raise a glass to you our Wine Club family. Your passion, curiosity and enthusiasm for Sirromet wines make everything we do worth sharing. Here’s to good company, good memories and good wine this festive season.
May your glasses be full, your meals plentiful and your Christmas wonderfully warm and wine-soaked (responsibly, of course!).
MERRY CHRISTMAS FROM ALL OF US AT SIRROMET!
Cheers to an exceptional New Year filled with new vintages, new discoveries and plenty of reasons to celebrate.
lashings of ripe pear, crisp lemon acidity and textured minerality. Hints of green apple, grapefruit and mandarin round out the palate of this refreshing white, perfect for warm Summer evenings
WINEMAKING COMMENTS:
Pinot Grigio is harvested from our Ballandean property, Night Sky. 250 million year old soils deliver the uniqueness required for delicious flavours being harvested from the vineyard and sculptured into a wine of prominence
FESTIVE TRADING HOURS
TUSCAN TERRACE
Open Dec 27-28 & Jan 2-4
Otherwise closed between Dec 22 - Jan 13
CELLAR DOOR
Open 7 days
Closed Dec 25 (Christmas Day)
FUNCTIONS & EVENTS
(Lurleen’s & Barrel Hall)
Closed Dec 26 - Jan 1
SANCTUARY
Reception closed Dec 25 (Christmas Day)
WINE EXPERIENCES
Open 7 days
Closed Dec 25 (Christmas Day), 26, 28 & Jan1
HOW LONG HAVE YOU BEEN AT SIRROMET?
I started at Sirromet in August of 2013, with my first vintage year being 2014. So over 12 years now in the winery.
WHAT DO YOU LIKE DOING IN YOUR SPARE TIME?
Other than kayaking/outrigging, and the odd mountain bike ride (weather permitting), I enjoy whipping out the odd tune on guitar. Oh, and I might dabble in photography every now and then... (was my prior career!)
WHAT IS YOUR FAVOURITE VARIETAL OF WINE?
Always a tough question as each varietal has its own characteristics that make each wine special in its own way. I must admit though, usually a wine of choice is Pinot Noir, as its such a wonderful wine for expressing its terroir and winemaking style in a glass. I also favour a Riesling too!
IF YOU COULD LIVE ANYWHERE IN THE WORLD, WHERE WOULD IT BE AND WHY?
Having lived there in the past, Italy has a soft spot in my heart, probably due to the food! Always happy to go back when I get the chance. But the Valais region in Switzerland is amazing! Would love to live up there with the snow capped mountains as your backdrop. Everywhere you look is a postcard. If Australia was the only choice, would happily live in Tasmania. Its spectacular.
DESCRIBE YOUR PERFECT FOOD AND WINE BREAK.
Tripping around the countryside of Tuscany, sampling the ample offerings of local Sangiovese and Super Tuscan wines, whilst scofffing down far too much delicious food!
WHAT FOOD AND WINE MATCH CAN YOU RECOMMEND?
So many options from creamy chicken dishes with our Signature Collection Chardonnay, to spicy Thai with our Seven Scenes Sauvignon Blanc. However, I do like to keep it pretty simplequality aged cheddar with a Merlot always works a treat for me!
Port & Honey Ham Glaze
Michael Dominici Sirromet Executive Chef
Sweet, sticky and irresistibly golden, this honey-glazed ham is a festive favourite. It caramelises beautifully in the oven, creating a glossy crust and tender, flavourpacked slices perfect for Christmas lunch or effortless entertaining.
Ingredients:
1 cup Sirromet The Clyde NV Tawny
½ cup honey
¼ cup brown sugar
2 tbsp Dijon mustard
2 tbsp unsalted butter
1 tbsp apple cider vinegar
1 tsp ground cinnamon
½ tsp ground cloves (or 4–5 whole cloves, removed later)
½ tsp black pepper
Method:
1.In a small saucepan, bring the port to a gentle boil. Reduce to medium heat & simmer for 5–7 minutes, until slightly reduced
2.Stir in honey, brown sugar, Dijon mustard, butter, vinegar, cinnamon, cloves & pepper
3 Continue simmering for 8–10 minutes, stirring occasionally, until thickened & glossy. It should coat the back of a spoon. Remove whole cloves
4.Brush a layer of glaze over the ham during the last 45–60 minutes of baking. Reglaze every 10–15 minutes for a deep, lacquered finish.
