Sparkling Saffire

Sparkling Saffire Weekend

12-14 August 2022

You’re invited to an exclusive weekend hosted by International Wine Communicator of the Year Tyson Stelzer, showcasing the distinguished champagne house of Louis Roederer including the highly anticipated Cristal 2013 alongside the finest Tasmanian wines, presented by their makers. Join us for Saffire’s signature degustation dining experiences, cocktail and gala dinners, lunch on the terrace and a champagne Louis Roederer masterclass hosted by Tyson. Meet local winemakers, learn about how sparkling wine ages in our interactive masterclass, explore the spectacular landscape of the Hazards of Freycinet and relax in the stunning surrounds of Saffire Freycinet.

We were thrilled with the wine and food; the Masterclass was stimulating and informative, and Cyril and the other winemakers were very interesting.” Sparkling Saffire Guest, 2018

PACKAGE RATES

The below rates include two nights at Saffire Freycinet (Friday 12th and Saturday 13th August), plus all meals, lounge beverages, signature experiences, additional Schouten Island sparkling and seafood cruise, minibar and $100 property credit.

Luxury Suite – $5,600 / 2ppl / 2 nights
Signature Suite – $6,200 / 2ppl / 2 nights
Private Pavilion – $7,000 / 2ppl / 2 nights

To make a booking call 03 6256 7888 or email host@saffire-freycinet.com.au

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A stellar Saffire experience that successfully combined the perfect balance of intimacy and education in an environment which showcased bespoke food and wine craftsmanship.” Sparkling Saffire Guest, 2018

ITINERARY

FRIDAY, 12 AUGUST

12 noon – 2pm
Guests are welcome to arrive at their leisure for a casual sit down lunch in the restaurant.

2pm – 7pm
Spend the afternoon settling into your suite. If you prefer, Sa­ffire will have a range of activities taking place.

7pm – late
Cocktail style dinner, greeted with a glass of sparkling. While Executive Chef Iain Todd has prepared a very special cocktail style menu just for this dinner, it will be Tyson and the local winemakers who star as they share some of their special sparkling, white and red wines with you throughout the evening.

SATURDAY, 13 AUGUST

7am – 10am
A la carte breakfast at guests’ leisure.

9am – 11am
A range of Saffire activities and experiences will be launched this morning, including the iconic Freycinet Marine Oyster Farm tour and sparkling tasting, the Schouten Island sparkling and seafood cruise and a tour of Freycinet Vineyard to learn (and taste) the art of winemaking. We are also proud to introduce our first ever lees age masterclass, where you will discover the magical effect of maturity as we experience sparkling wines at different ages of development. Please note that activities are limited in numbers, and will need to be booked in advance.

12noon – 2pm
Lunch is served on the terrace (weather dependent) with a BBQ, Sa­ffire style, featuring local sparkling, white and red wines.

2pm – 4pm
Champagne masterclass. A very special chance to join an interactive session hosted by International Wine Communicator of the Year Tyson Stelzer, showcasing six cuvées of Louis Roederer, culminating in the highly anticipated Cristal 2013. And for those who prefer, there is always the spa to relax and unwind.

6:30pm – late

The ultimate degustation and immersion in the great wines of Tasmania! Pre-dinner drinks hosted by Tyson and the winemakers before moving in for the gala formal dinner around 7pm. The dinner menu has been designed especially for this evening by Chef Iain. It will be a six-course menu with matching benchmark local and international wines.

SUNDAY, 14 AUGUST

7am – 10am
A la carte breakfast at guests’ leisure.

The Saffire Wine Weekend was the best weekend we have ever experienced.” Sparkling Saffire Guest, 2018