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Bean to Bar, Grape to Glass - Aphelion Wine & Chocolate Masterclass
Louise Rhodes
Jun 30, 2026
Bean to Bar, Grape to Glass
A Winter Wine & Chocolate Masterclass
Settle in, get cosy, and discover the remarkable connection between wine, chocolate and place.
Join Louise & Rob Mack of Aphelion and Max Collett of Trilby's Chocolate for an intimate exploration of single-site wines and single-origin chocolates.
Together we'll uncover the stories, people, craftsmanship and places behind every sip and every bite.
Sunday 5 July 2026
11.00am โ 12.30pm
Aphelion Cellar Door, 67 Kays Road, McLaren Vale
11.00am โ 12.30pm
Aphelion Cellar Door, 67 Kays Road, McLaren Vale
Reserve Your Seat
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A Rare Winter Experience
๐ท Small-production wines. Once a vintage is sold out, it's gone for good.
๐ซ Micro-batch chocolates. Once the last square is enjoyed, it's gone.
๐จ๐ณ Rare access to both an award-winning winemaker and an innovative chocolatier.
๐ก Limited seats in our boutique cellar door.
๐ One session only.
When the seats are filled, the event is sold out.
Why This Masterclass Is Different
Most wine and chocolate tastings talk about flavour. We're talking about place.
Five single-site wines meet five single-origin chocolates in a guided tasting exploring how geography, climate and craftsmanship shape flavour.
Fascinating. Delicious. Unforgettable.
Meet The Makers
Aphelion's Louise and Rob Mack and Trilby's Chocolate founder Max Collett share a passion for craftsmanship, provenance and flavour.
Together they'll guide you through five extraordinary pairings and the stories behind them.
Your Tasting Journey
- Welkin Grenache 2025 ร Vanuatu Single Origin Dark Chocolate
- Welkin Nero d'Avola ร Peru Single Origin Dark Chocolate
- Aphelion Confluence Grenache 2024 ร Ecuador Single Origin Dark Chocolate
- Aphelion Brini Single Site Grenache ร Solomon Islands Single Origin Dark Chocolate
- Bekkers Clarendon Vineyard Cabernet Franc 2024 ร Papua New Guinea Single Origin Dark Chocolate
All pairings are vegan friendly.
What Guests Say About Aphelion
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"One of the best tastings in Australia we have had in a long time."
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"One of the best tastings in Australia we have had in a long time."
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"Exceptional wines and genuine hospitality."
โ Kit Wong
"Exceptional wines and genuine hospitality."
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"A truly premium experience."
โ Janet
"A truly premium experience."
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"One of our favourite wineries we visited."
โ Karina
"One of our favourite wineries we visited."
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"An unforgettable wine tasting."
โ Kit Wong
"An unforgettable wine tasting."
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"A beautiful spot with exceptional wines, warm hospitality and the kind of setting you'll want to linger in."
โ Janet
"A beautiful spot with exceptional wines, warm hospitality and the kind of setting you'll want to linger in."
โ Janet
Take The Experience Home
Add an optional Wine & Chocolate Showbag to continue the experience.
Welkin Showbag โ $42
One Welkin wine of your choice + one Trilby's chocolate bar.
Core Range Showbag โ $56
One Core Range wine of your choice + one Trilby's chocolate bar.
Looking For The Perfect Gift?
Some gifts get forgotten. Experiences become memories.
A beautiful Winter afternoon. Exceptional wine. Handcrafted chocolate. Stories from the makers.
All wrapped up in one unforgettable experience.
Aphelion Wine Club Members
Already a member? Don't forget your benefits:
- 10% off event tickets
- Early access to events
- Exclusive member-only wines
- Curated packs below RRP
- Choose your own packs
- Flexible bottle quantities and frequency
- Complimentary tastings for you and your guests
Not yet a member? This masterclass is the perfect introduction to the wines, people and community behind Aphelion.
Reserve Your Seat
Gather your friends. Bring your favourite chocolate lover.
Seats are limited and bookings are essential.
Questions?
hello@aphelionwine.com.au
