THE “OTHER RED CENTRE”
POST RANZCO 24- 26 NOVEMBER 2010
Lecture Program for the Coonawarra Tour
We have developed a very interesting lecture program of general subjects that will be of interest to the non-ophthalmic partner as well.
Topics include : “Issues facing the wine industry”, ”Mega fauna fossil remains of the Naracoorte Caves”, “Taxidermy”, “Sport, life and wine”, and the very topical :Mary McKillop”.
We do need to fill in another 2 ½ hours with clinical talks – preferably, but not necessarily around a theme of “Gluttony/Starvation/Deficiency”. For example, Dick Galbraith will regale us with some of his tall tales and true from the Solomon Islands.
So please check out your memories/slide collections for those “fascinomas” to intrigue us with.
John Crompton
Co-ordinator
Venue
Located in the heart of the Coonawarra Vineyards on 2.4 hectares of landscaped grounds, Chardonnay Lodge is a well established Wine Resort for travellers appreciating fine food, wine and accommodation. Chardonnay Lodge is situated:
Riddoch Highway, Coonawarra, South Australia, 5263
60km North of Mount Gambier
375km from Adelaide via Keith & Naracoorte
456km via Meningie, Robe, Penola
Preliminary Program
Wednesday 24 November
At the conclusion of the RANZCO Congress delegates to make their way to the Coonawarra. Drive options include:
- Guests to self drive to Robe, we recommend taking the Coorong Road from Tailem Bend – whilst slightly longer, it is a much more scenic drive (approx 4 hours). Guest can choose to have dinner Vic Street Pizzeria (Gourmet Wood Oven food) in Robe. Please note, this will be at your own expense.
- Alternatively, guests can drive direct to Chardonnay Lodge (approx 4 hours) and have a free evening.
Thursday 25 November
Sessions to run from 9am till 1pm, including morning tea and lunch breaks
Meet the Winemakers (4.30pm) – a tasting event in the Coonawarra Hall with winemakers from Wynns, Majella, Bowen Estate, Zema and Balnaves – each winery will present two wines that reflect the region.
Dinner at Hollicks and/or Pipers, 7.00 pm
Degustation menu with matching wines.
Friday 26 November
Sessions to run from 9am till 1pm, including morning tea and lunch breaks
Free afternoon explore the Coonawarra – activities to be planned
Dinner, Wynns Estate, 7pm
Saturday 27 November
Check out from accommodation and self drive back to Adelaide
Call for Abstracts
The committee is calling for abstracts relating to the theme “Gluttony: its effects on the visual system” ie effects of food (and lack of), alcohol and ingested excesses of all kinds. There will also be lectures of a general interest to entertain the audience. If you wish to submit an abstract, please email a 300 word abstract to aholliss@sapmea.asn.au by 30 October 2010. The program, including social program and outings, will be finalized closer to the time when numbers are confirmed.
Upon registration, further information will be provided in regards to maps, attractions and activities planned.
Accommodation
Rooms have been blocked booked at Chardonnay Lodge for delegates to book. To book accommodation please contact Chardonnay Lodge on +61 8 8736 3309 and quote ‘ranzco group’.
Rooms will remain on hold until Monday 25 October 2010, and are subject to availability. For alternative accommodation options, please visit www.coonawarradiscovery.com
Tour Fees
Delegate Fee - $365.00pp
Inclusions:
Conference Sessions (Thursday & Friday including morning tea and packed lunch)
Dinner at Hollicks and/or Pipers (Thursday)
Meet the Winemakers (Thursday)
Dinner at Wynns Estate (Friday)
Partner Fee - $290.00pp
Inclusions:
Packed lunch at Chardonnay Lodge (Thursday & Friday)
Dinner at Hollicks and/or Pipers (Thursday)
Meet the Winemakers (Thursday)
Dinner at Wynns Estate (Friday)
Due to the general interest natural of the program, partners are welcome to attend the sessions. Please note accommodation and transport are not included in the registration fee, and are to be organised by the individual.
How to register
To confirm your attendance to this tour, please indicate and provide payment when registering for the RANZCO 2010 Congress – www.sapmea.asn.au/ranzco2010.
Further Information about the Post Coonawarra Wine Tour, please contact:
sapmea
Phone: +61 8 8274 6050
Email: ranzco2010@sapmea.asn.au
Limestone Coast
For information on the Limestone Coast, including accommodation, attractions and getting there, please visit: http://www.southaustralia.com/LimestoneCoast.aspx
Getting There
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