Enjoy a day at Balmoral sipping on wines from the Mudgee Region, sampling spirits from some incredible distilleries and enjoying delicious food from across Sydney.
Set against the stunning backdrop of Balmoral Beach and live music all day to entertain you, this promises to be a great day out for everyone.
Event Highlights:
Wine Tasting: From 20 unique wine vendors from the Mudgee region.
Food Stalls: delicious food options from over 15 gourmet food vendors from across Sydney.
Live Entertainment: Enjoy live music performances throughout the day.
Family Activities: Face painting for kids ensures fun for the whole family.
Pet friendly: bring your furry pets (leashed) along to join the festival.
We look forward to welcoming you to a day of indulgence and fun at Balmoral by the Glass - Featuring Mudgee Wine.
Sunday 23rd of August, 2026
Balmoral Beach Rotunda 10am to 5pm
Drink.
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Petersons
For over 40 years, Petersons Family Wines have been producing multi award winning wines. in 1996 they established Petersons of Mudgee in the heart of wine country. We recommend trying one of their unique varietals or full bodied reds.
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Bunnamagoo
Built in 2009, Bunnamagoo produces single vineyard wines that each embody their own character. They focus on ensuring the process of winemaking is as far from factory methods to maintain the integrity of the wine.
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Skimstone
The estate-grown wines are fruit drive, haracterised by depth, vibrancy and delicacy. This award winning vineyard’s philosophy to winemaking is to make wine with fresh, classic and elegant characters.
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Slowfox
Owners, Kate and Rob, make their wine themselves, on site, hand picking the fruit and making small amounts with the best of each seasons fruit. They specialise in big bold flavours in their red Tempranillo, Malbec, Shiraz and Cabernet and crisp fresh coolness in their rose and Viognier.
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Logan
Logan’s award-winning Tasting Room has been wowing visitors for more than a decade and is inspired by the character of rich fruity Australian wines and the balance and structure of Old-World wines. Their winemaking philosophy embodies wines that ooze Australian fresh fruit flavours whilst embodying European-style balance and finesse.
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Grattai Grove
Come on a journey with Anna and Norbert as they have planted several half-acre blocks of vines from scratch to offer a wider range of hand-picked small-batch wines going forward. They also source limited quantities of grapes from trusted growers in the Mudgee region.
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Heslop
This family-owned vineyard and winery in the heart of Mudgee’s premium wine growing area produces small batches of handpicked traditional and alternative varietal wines made by a father and son winemaking team.
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Lowe Family Wine Co
Specialising in small batch winemaking from vines that are un-trellised and un-irrigated, Lowe produce wines that speak distinctly of the terroir and region. Known for their gutsy quartz loving Mudgee reds, their flagship variety is Zinfandel.
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Burrundulla
Burrundulla Wine Estate, nestled in the heart of Mudgee, New South Wales, crafts exquisite wines showcasing the region's terroir. With a focus on sustainable practices, they produce premium varietals like Shiraz and Chardonnay.
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De Beaurepaire
De Beaurepaire Wine, from Rylstone, NSW, offers exquisite cool-climate varieties like Chardonnay, Pinot Noir, and Shiraz. Their family-owned vineyard meticulously crafts each wine, delivering elegance and complexity.
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First Ridge
Specialising in award-winning Italian varietals, First Ridge combines stunning vineyard views with a passion for producing distinctive wines grown exclusively from their Mudgee vineyard.
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McIntosh Estate
A boutique family-owned vineyard in the heart of Mudgee, McIntosh Estate is known for its award-winning wines, warm hospitality and relaxed cellar door experience overlooking the vines.
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Teto
Teto Wines crafts small-batch, alternative varietal wines that showcase creativity, innovation and the unique character of the Mudgee region.
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diLusso Estate
Inspired by the flavours and traditions of Northern Italy, di Lusso Estate produces an exceptional range of Italian varietal wines alongside a celebrated food and wine experience.
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Optimiste
A modern Mudgee winery focused on expressive, small-batch wines, Optimiste celebrates optimism, craftsmanship and the joy of sharing great wine with friends.
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Topo
TOPO Wines embraces the landscape and elevation of the Mudgee region, producing elegant, site-driven wines that reflect their unique sense of place.
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Rosby Wines
Rosby Wines produces elegant, handcrafted Mudgee wines showcasing exceptional fruit, balance and character, from vibrant whites to rich reds, crafted to express the region's unique terroir.
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Three Tails Brewery
Three Tails Brewery crafts exceptional small-batch beers with bold flavours, local character and a relaxed country atmosphere, inviting friends and families to gather, unwind and enjoy.
Eat.
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Goose on the Loose
Award winning, premium handcrafted Australian salami with truly unique qualities
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Sofrito Paella
Traditional Spanish paella, using the highest quality ingredients- cooked right in front of you.
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Wanderfood
Wanderfood is based in Bondi Beach, they are a boutique and artisan foodie vendor, who love to develop healthy treats for you to enjoy with your family.
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Popi's Souvlaki
Popi’s Souvla serves up authentic Greek street food. Their speciality is lamb off the bone, marinated with flavours of Cyprus and their mouth watering yiros.
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Turkish Gozleme
Turkish Gozleme serves freshly handmade, golden-crisp gozleme filled with delicious combinations of cheese, spinach, lamb or vegetables, cooked to order for an authentic, flavour-packed experience.
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Cut The Crepes
Sweet and savoury authentic French style crepes.
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Milnes Providore and Caterer
Milnes Providore is the taste of Mudgee, home of gourmet delights. Sample the unique, sophisticated flavours of their caramelised balsamics, seasonal sauces, pastes and more.
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Mrs Fajita
Mrs Fajita serves vibrant Mexican street food, from sizzling fajitas and flavour-packed tacos to fresh burritos and nachos, made with quality ingredients and bold, authentic flavours.
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Choccy Strawbs
Choccy Strawbs creates irresistible chocolate-covered strawberries, handcrafted with premium Belgian chocolate and the freshest fruit, delivering the perfect blend of indulgence, sweetness and celebration
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Rylstone Olive Press
Rylstone Olive Press produces premium extra virgin olive oils and gourmet olive products, crafted from locally grown olives to deliver fresh, rich flavours and exceptional quality.
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Maru Okonomiyaki
Maru Okonomiyaki serves authentic Japanese savoury pancakes, freshly cooked with premium ingredients and topped with traditional sauces, delivering a delicious, flavour-packed street food experience.
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Society Pizza
Society Pizza serves authentic wood-fired pizzas crafted with premium ingredients, crispy bases and bold flavours, bringing people together over delicious, freshly made slices everyone will love.
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Soka Pantry
Soka Pantry crafts premium artisan condiments, including chilli oils, chilli crisps and infused oils, made with quality ingredients to add rich flavour, crunch and heat to every dish.
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Aburi Grill
Aburi Grill serves premium Japanese street food, with its signature lobster roll stealing the show—packed with succulent lobster, fresh ingredients and bold flavours in every bite.
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Cheeky Naked Oysters
Cheeky Naked Oyster serves freshly shucked premium oysters, celebrating the finest Australian seafood with natural flavours, vibrant toppings and an unforgettable ocean-fresh experience.
Shop.
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Tiger Purrr Chai
Tiger Purrr is chef crafted, loose leaf chai that is all about that pure, slow-release caffeine. They are proudly small batch and obsessed with premium quality, thoughtfully sourced ingredients.
Rotunda at Balmoral Beach
The Esplanade, Mosman 2088
Balmoral by the glass centers around live music, wine sampling, food stalls and kids activities.
FAQ’s
Wine Glasses
Branded wine glasses will be available for purchase on the day. The glass is required for tastings and/or purchase of a glass/es of wine.
Smoking
Smoking is not permitted within the Festival space.
Water Stations
There are several drinking taps around the Festival space. Bottled water will also be available to purchase.
Pets
We love your fur-kids, just make sure they’re on a leash!
Hours of operation
Gates will open at 10.00am and service will conclude at 5.00pm.
Toilets
There are toilets available on site.
ATMS
There is one ATM located on the corner of Raglan St & The Esplanade. This is to the south of the event space.
First Aid
Medifast will be on site to provide assistance throughout the day should you need.
Parking
There is limited street parking so we encourage you to use our FREE shuttle bus which will run all day. A map will be provided closer to the event date.
What happens if the weather turns bad?
Unfortunately we cannot control mother nature and in the case of severe weather, we will have to cancel the event.
Can I bring my kids?
Yes, please do! We will have some activities for your little ones.









