08/06/2026
Wine Masterclass with Murdoch Hill 🍷
Wednesday 17th June | 7:00pm
Murdoch Hill – Adelaide Hills, Australia
We are delighted to launch the Merry Harriers Wine Club with a very special evening in partnership with Graft Wine, featuring a visit from acclaimed winemaker Michael "Mikey" Downer of Murdoch Hill.
This promises to be a fascinating evening exploring one of Australia's most exciting modern wine estates.
Murdoch Hill has been in the Downer family since 1939, with vineyards first planted in 1998 on the eastern side of the Adelaide Hills. Situated up to 516 metres above sea level, the estate's unique combination of cool climate, schist-rich soils and limestone creates wines of remarkable freshness, elegance and character.
Since taking over winemaking in 2012, Michael Downer has transformed Murdoch Hill into one of Australia's most respected boutique producers. Named Young Gun of Wine in 2017, Michael honed his craft at renowned wineries including Shaw + Smith and Vietti in Barolo before returning home to lead the family estate.
Guests will enjoy a guided tasting showcasing a selection of Murdoch Hill wines, from their acclaimed estate-grown classics to wines from the innovative Artisan Series, each paired with a specially curated menu created by our chefs.
Date: Wednesday 17th June
Time: 7:00pm Arrival
Producer: Murdoch Hill, Adelaide Hills, Australia
Host: Michael Downer & Graft Wine
Price: £65 per person
Menu:
Welcome drink in the garden
Murdoch Hill Sauvignon Blanc 2025
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Hoxton sourdough
Nutbourne tomatoes & smoked ricotta
Stone bass crudo, avocado, lime, red onion & chilli
Hilltop charcuterie
Murdoch Hill Artisan Series Rocket Chardonnay 2023
Murdoch Hill Artisan Series Apollo Pinot Noir 2024
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BBQ leg of Wintershall lamb & aioli
Crushed new potatoes
Summer vegetable salad
Murdoch Hills Artisan Series Landau Syrah 2022
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Lamington doughnuts with custard
Château Haut-Bergeron Sauternes
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