AWS Homage to Halloween & Torontohenge

TBD Join us on the shores of Lake Ontario as the Australian Wine Society marks the close of October with an unforgettable evening at the National Yacht Club. Earlier in the week, the setting sun aligns precisely down the downtown street corridors for the autumn Torontohenge—a dazzling burst of low-angle golden light across the city. Just days later, All Hallows’ Eve brings dark skies, shifting shadows, and mystery. We are bridging both celestial phenomena for a spectacular night of great dining, warm camaraderie, and exceptional Australian wines. • Date: Friday, October 30, 2026 • Location: National Yacht Club, Toronto • Reception: 6:45 PM | Dinner: 7:15 PM • Attire: Smart casual, sunset/autumn hues, or festive Halloween attire (costumes are warmly welcomed but entirely optional!) The Wine Lineup To honour both the solar brilliance of Torontohenge and the brooding allure of Halloween, our cellar master, Joe Gentile, has curated an eclectic lineup featuring vibrant, sun-drenched whites, sparkling reds, and deep, cellared collector benchmarks. Reception: • Zonte’s Footsteps Sparkling Shiraz • Tahbilk Marsanne 2018 • Bethany First Village Grenache 2020 • Quarisa Johnny Q Cabernet Sauvignon 2021 • Vinaceous Reverend V Mt. Barker Shiraz 2018 • Thomas Goss Shiraz 2016 Appetizer Pairings: • Tahbilk Viognier 2018 • McGuigan Bin Series No. 9000 Semillon 2018 Main Course Pairings: • Seville Estate The Barber Shiraz 2015 • Margan Family Hunter Valley Semillon 2017 • Paulett Polish Hill River Riesling 2022 The Cellar Specials: • Pirramimma Cabernet Sauvignon 2005 • Yarra Yering Dry Red #1 2010 • Turkey Flat Shiraz 2010 • d'Arenberg The Dead Arm Shiraz 2015 Three-Course Dinner Menu Appetizer (Choice of): • Pistachio Crusted Goat Cheese | Baby gem lettuce, blueberry hot honey glaze, garlic toast • Butternut Squash & Apple Soup | Toasted pepitas, sage cream Main Course (Choice of): • Herb Roasted Coulotte (MR) | Herb mash, Brussels sprouts, parsnip purée, Yorkshire pudding, horseradish jus • Salmon Wellington | Tarragon velouté, sautéed mushrooms and leeks, fingerling potatoes, saffron butter, parsnip purée Dessert (Choice of): • NYC Sticky Toffee Pudding | Whiskey caramel, vanilla ice cream • Tres Leches | Dulce de leche, toasted almond crumble, vanilla ice cream Freshly brewed coffee and specialty teas are included. Seating is limited for this special fall gathering—reserve early to secure your glass!