34th NSW Small Winemakers Wine Show

Name: 34th NSW Small Winemakers Wine Show
Start: 2026-08-28
End: 2026-09-19
Location: Forbes

The 34th NSW Small Winemakers Wine Show in Forbes celebrates regional viticulture with over 500 entries from across New South Wales and the ACT. The event features professional judging followed by public festivities, including a large-scale tasting session and a formal gourmet dinner showcasing trophy-winning wines.

Date: Aug 28 - Sep 19, 2026
Location: Forbes

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Event summary

Highlights

Public Tasting session featuring over 500 regional wines
Gourmet Wine Dinner with four courses and trophy-winning pairings
Entries from 95 wineries across NSW and the ACT
Professional judging panel led by experienced industry winemakers

The NSW Small Winemakers Wine Show returns to Forbes for its 34th edition, highlighting the resilience and diversity of small-scale producers. The competition has attracted 511 entries from 95 wineries across NSW and the ACT. Judging begins in late August under a panel of experts to determine the top wines across various classes.

Public events commence with the Public Tasting on Friday, August 28, at the Forbes Town Hall, where visitors can sample the entries alongside finger food. The show concludes on September 19 with a Gourmet Wine Dinner at Club Forbes. This finale features a four-course menu specifically paired with the competition's trophy-winning selections, offering a premier culinary experience for wine enthusiasts.

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