Step into the cosy charm of Hahndorf this Winter Reds Festival and join artist and designer Patrycja Whipp for a creative afternoon of wine bottle painting inside the beautiful The Paintbox studio.
 
In this hands-on workshop, you’ll transform a Sidewood Estate red wine bottle into a one-of-a-kind painted artwork using loose, expressive brush strokes and layered colour techniques inspired by winter florals and vineyard tones. Think rich reds, soft neutrals, and botanical textures that echo the season and the landscape.
 
Whether you’re a complete beginner or a seasoned creative, Patrycja will guide you step-by-step through:
 
- Acrylic painting techniques for glass
- Loose floral composition and colour blending
- Styling your bottle as a decorative keepsake or gift
 
Set against the backdrop of Hahndorf during the Winter Reds Festival, this is the perfect way to slow down, sip, and create something beautiful in good company.
 
You’ll leave with a painted Sidewood Estate wine bottle (RRP approx. $30) that captures the mood of winter in the Adelaide Hills - unique, expressive, and entirely your own.
- All materials provided
- Glass of wine to enjoy during the session (choice of NV Sparkling Shiraz or 2022 Estate Shiraz)
- Limited spots for an intimate, relaxed experience
- Non-alcoholic hot and cold drinks plus snacks available from Apricity Cafe
 
Come for the wine, stay for the art, and leave with a bottle that tells your story.
 
Please state what glass of wine you'd like on arrival:
 
NV Sparkling Shiraz
An elegant cool-climate sparkling with strawberry, citrus and brioche complexity, finished with fine acidity and creamy texture. A refined Adelaide Hills sparkling blend of Pinot Noir and Chardonnay, showcasing vibrant red fruit, citrus freshness and layered brioche complexity. Crafted with wild fermentation, extended lees ageing and Charmat secondary fermentation, it delivers energy, texture and approachability.
TASTING NOTES: A lifted bouquet of strawberry, lemon citrus and subtle biscotti notes. The palate is elegant and well integrated, revealing strawberry, nectarine and cashew characters, with creamy texture from lees ageing. Bright acidity drives a fresh finish with lingering citrus and nougat notes.
 
Estate Shiraz 2022
A 96‑point, multi‑award‑winning Adelaide Hills Shiraz showcasing the depth, complexity, and elegance of cool‑climate winemaking. This estate-grown wine combines dark fruit, spice, and refined structure, shaped by a combination of clones from across our vineyards and 18 months in French oak. Backed by international gold medals and strong consensus from leading critics, it delivers exceptional quality and value in every glass.

TASTING NOTES: Deep crimson in the glass. Aromas of dark cherry, plum, and blackberry are interwoven with lifted notes of violet, white pepper, and subtle spice. The palate is supple and expressive, with juicy dark fruit framed by fine, silky tannins. Gentle oak influence adds warmth and structure, while bright natural acidity carries the wine through a long, balanced finish with hints of spice and savoury complexity.