Discover a Pop-Up Cellar Door in the City

A pop-up wine bar is about to hit the tail end of George Street to host a series of Cellar Door in the City tasting events throughout the month of October. An initiative of the Sydney International Food Festival, a program of weekend events will unite tipplers from all walks to experiment with Australian, New Zealand and Italian drops.

To kick things off, the New Generation Hunter Valley crew, are hosting a party. And we all love a party. The (ex) Ken Done Gallery will transform into a humming pop-up wine bar and tasting fortress where guests will mingle with David Hook (David Hook Wines), Andrew Thomas (Thomas Wines), Rhys Eather (Meerea Park), Nick Paterson (Mistletoe Wines), Mike De Luliis (De Luliis Wines) and Andrew Margan (Margan Wines). 5 October, 6-9pm, 123 George Street, The Rocks. $30.

And if your preferred tipple lies beyond Australian borders? Sip Your Modo is for wine drinkers inspired by Italian notes. Here's where you'll meet six Australian winemakers, including Pizzini, Brown Brothers, Olivers Taranga, Jacobs Creek, Dal Zotto and De Bortoli, creating Italian inspired vino. A tasting extravaganza. 7 October, 2-5pm, 123 George, The Rocks. $30.

Now, to the connoisseurs, it's time to listen up. 50 Shades of Gris is the ticket to a tasting sensation comprising more than 50 international pinot gris and pinot grigio wines. Petaluma, Tyrrell's, Tempus Two and Grant Burge are just a few who will deliver their goods. 13 October, 6-9pm, 123 George Street, The Rocks. $30.

Comparatively, for pinot noir drinkers, Sip Your Noir offers an opportunity to taste a considered selection of the said variety. Brokenwood, Brown Brothers and Holm Oak are a few on offer. 19 October, 6-9pm, 123 George Street, The Rocks. $30.

In celebration of fine wine and the glory of warmer weather, join us by getting your drink on. Tickets to each event are available here.