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Combine the relaxed luxury of Spicers Peak Lodge, with one of Australia’s leading wineries, Shaw + Smith for an exclusive wine weekend on 11-13 November 2023.

Hosted by David LeMire, the weekend is a journey into the world of fine food and wine, featuring the best of Shaw + Smith, Tolpuddle Vineyard and MMAD Vineyard.

David Lemire MW –  a seasoned wine professional with expertise in various aspects of the industry. He developed a Eurocentric palate during a two-year stint in London and later worked with Negociants Australia, managing imports of prestigious Burgundy wines. In addition to his consulting business and wine writing for Australia’s Wine Business Magazine, he’s been a wine show judge and co-founded Mother Vine, an Adelaide wine bar. He passed the Master of Wine in 2007 and co-convened the Australasian Institute of Masters of Wine Educational Seminar from 2008 to 2016.

In 2010, he joined Shaw + Smith, an Adelaide Hills winery. First as Head of Sales and Marketing and later as Joint CEO. Under his leadership, Tolpuddle Vineyard wines were introduced in 2012. Their recent venture is MMAD Vineyard in Blewitt Springs.

David has extensive judging experience at various wine shows, including serving as Chief Judge at the McLaren Vale Wine Show from 2017 to 2020.

Package includes:

  • Luxury accommodation
  • Daily à la carte breakfast
  • Daily lunch
  • Chefs gala degustation menu at The Peak Restaurant
  • All beverages during your stay (Cellar Master Wines and Premium Cocktails available at extra cost)
  • Daily mini-bar
  • Complimentary WiFi
  • Outdoor activities including tennis, mountain biking and hiking

To reserve your place at this exclusive event call 07 4666 1083 or email reception.peaklodge@spicersretreats.com.

For further information and to view the full itinerary, click here.