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Something special happens when a winemaker and a chocolatier come together. Both small family owned and run businesses. Both first-generation craftsmen. Both completely dedicated to quality. Both hand making tiny batches of incredible quality, flavour, aroma and texture.
Their kismet becomes your ultimate wine and chocolate pairing.
Winter is a time to catch up with friends & family, indulge in chocolate, and have some much-needed down time. That’s why we’ve crafted the Bean to Bar, Grape to Glass Masterclass, a memorable gathering designed to let you relax, indulge in single site wines and chocolates, meet the makers, and take in the peaceful surroundings while take care of you.
Welcome to a unique experience that combines the mastery of skill in your glass and on your plate.
Expect:
- A stunning backdrop of gum trees, vineyards, and rolling hills,
- Personalised signature sparkling service;
- Connection to place, the stories behind the wines, and the Mack family who handcraft them here in McLaren Vale;
- An introduction to the tale of the Trilby family who coax smooth, rich single-origin chocolate from raw beans in Blewitt Springs & Willunga Hill;
- A flight of five stunning Aphelion Grenache wines, each expertly paired to a locally handcrafted Trilby chocolate.
Which match will inspire you the most?
Join us as we shine a light on exceptional, world-class Grenache and it’s versatility in matching delectable chocolate this Winter at Aphelion Cellar Door.
Aphelion & Trilby’s Bean to Bar, Grape to Glass Masterclass Menu
1. Welkin by Aphelion Grenache 2025 (RRP $28 per bottle)
Paired with Trilby’s Single Origin Bean to Bar Vanuatu Dark Chocolate 70%
2. Welkin by Aphelion Nero d’Avola (RRP $28 per bottle)
Paired with Trilby’s Bean to Bar Scorched Almond & Sea Salt Dark Chocolate
3. Aphelion Confluence Grenache 2024 (RRP $42 per bottle)
Paired with Trilby’s Single Origin Bean to Bar Peru Dark Chocolate 75%
4. Aphelion “Brini” Single Site Grenache (RRP $90 per bottle)
Paired with Trilby’s Single Origin Bean to Bar Ecuador Dark Chocolate 72%
5.Aphelion “Bekkers Clarendon Vineyard Cabernet Franc” 2024 (RRP $50 per bottle)
Paired with Trilby’s Single Origin Bean to Bar XXXX Dark Chocolate XX%
This tasting flight is vegan.
What Does Your Ticket Include?
⚈ Five exquisite Aphelion wines.
⚈ Five delicious hand-crafted chocolates by Trilby’s Chocolate.
⚈ An introduction to the wines and story of Louise & Rob Mack of Aphelion Wines and Max Collett of Trilby’s.
⚈ Warm hospitality, beautiful surrounds, and a moment of indulgence.
Questions?
For any further questions about the event, please email us at hello@aphelionwine.com.au
This Winter, cosy up at Aphelion for:
| Beautiful views | Relaxing vibes | Extraordinary Wines | Outstanding Service | Handcrafted Chocolates | Baked Brie | Tasting Flights |
Date: Sunday 5th July 2026
Time: 11am – 12.30pm
Location: Aphelion Cellar Door, 67 Kays Road, McLaren Vale
Terms and Conditions of Booking
– Tickets: Don’t worry about printing your tickets, as we will have a list of registered names at the door.
– Cancellations: No refunds are permitted. We know this is strict, however hospitality has tight margins and events are tough to execute at the best of times. Your ticket is transferable up until three days before the event so you can send someone else in your place. Just let us know so we’ve got the right contact details at cellar door.
PLEASE NOTE that upon booking you agree to the fact that Aphelion Wine Co. does not assume liability for accidents, delays, injuries, loss or damage due to any act or fault of any company, organisation or person whom we engage to render services or carry out arrangements or by the act of default of any caterer or its employees.
You’re going to the Bean to Bar, Grape to Glass Masterclass!
We look forward to welcoming you to Aphelion Cellar Door (67 Kays Road, McLaren Vale) for a special Chocolate & Wine masterclass, hosted by:
⚈ Rob Mack: Winemaker at Aphelion Wines & MW Scholar; and;
⚈ Max Collett: Chocolatier at Trilby’s Chocolates and Billycart Chocolate.
What Does Your Ticket Include?
You can now mark the date and time in your calendar and look forward to enjoying –
⚈ A flight of five of our stunning wines, each paired to a handcrafted single-origin chocolate;
⚈ The stories behind Aphelion, Trilbys, the wine and chocolates;
⚈ Sparkling Aphelion service;
⚈ Picturesque surrounds;
⚈ Conversation and connection.
Wines are vegan, chocolates contain dairy.
For any further questions about the event, please email us at hello@aphelionwine.com.au
| Beautiful views | Relaxing vibes | Extraordinary Wines | Outstanding Service | Handcrafted Chocolates |
Date: Sunday July 5th, 2026
Time: 11am – 12.30pm
Location: 67 Kays Road, McLaren Vale
Terms and Conditions of Booking
– Tickets: Don’t worry about printing your tickets, as we will have a list of registered names at the door.
– Cancellations: No refunds are permitted. We know this is strict, however hospitality has tight margins and events are tough to execute at the best of times. COVID just made all that tougher. Your ticket is transferable up until three days before the event so you can send someone else in your place. Just let us know so we’ve got the right contact details at cellar door.
PLEASE NOTE that upon booking you agree to the fact that Aphelion Wine Co. does not assume liability for accidents, delays, injuries, loss or damage due to any act or fault of any company, organisation or person whom we engage to render services or carry out arrangements or by the act of default of any caterer or its employees.
