Bar Barossa

At Bar Barossa we also represent a new generation of Barossa artisans, some young and enthusiastic winemakers, others innovative chefs or artists. Bar Barossa, in Brisbane’s CBD, is the place where we introduce these talented people to wine enthusiasts who appreciate the joy of discovering new wines and wineries.

While our heart may be Barossan, our Bar Barossa team is forever discovering brilliant wines from around Australia and across the globe. To reflect this, our wine list is called Barossa & Beyond.

We have just celebrated our first birthday and have been fortunate to receive many wonderful reviews, but our daily focus remains improving our customers’ experience each time they pull open our door.

We also like to remind our friends of a terrific saying coined by maverick wine lover Len Evans – “You have only so many bottles in your life, never drink a bad one.”

Our mission is simple – to bring amazing, handcrafted wines to your table and tell their story.

We love the magic of wine and believe it is so much more than simply a drink.

As private sommelier Darren Davis says, “Wine is much more than its technical and clinical analysis – it is sunshine; it is a story, a memory, a point in time, and you should feel proud to place a special bottle on the middle of the table any night of the week.”

In a world where wine is increasingly being produced in industrial-style volumes for giant corporations, Purple Palate focuses on sourcing unique wines from smaller, family-owned producers, and collecting benchmark wines for cellaring and enjoyment in years to come.

While our heart is Barossan (our “business headquarters” is the old Tanunda Cellars wine store), our team is forever discovering wonderful wines from across Australia and the globe.

We believe the world of wine is an adventure and love the thrill of discovering new wines and understanding different varieties.

We believe winemakers are rock stars and relish every chance to get to know them and their vineyards and learn the secrets of their craft.

We always strive to deliver on value, service, knowledge and enthusiasm in everything we do.

Most of all, we love sharing our discoveries and knowledge with like-minded people, whether it be at Bar Barossa, in our fine wine stores, through purplepalate.com or at our winemaker dinners and tasting events.

At the end of the day, wine is meant to be fun. So, jump aboard – the Purple Palate express is gathering speed!

Bar Barossa has received a tip of cap from The Courier Mail’s food and wine critics.

Our team was thrilled to receive a much – coveted one star rating at The Courier Mail Food and Wine Guide 2011 Awards, along with other iconic restaurants such as Char Char Char, Citron, Two Small Rooms, Spirit House and The Byron Bay on Byron.

“This is a great reward for our head chef JJ Smith and manager Belle Reid,” managing director, John Lehmann said, “Our focus will continue to be giving our customers the very best experience every time they pull back our door.”

Brisbane’s Ortiga was named Best Restaurant, while its chef Pablo Tordesillas was named Chef of the Year.

Bar Barossa Events
Bar Barossa loves to bring winemakers and wine enthusiasts together as regularly as possible. Our schedule of wine degustation dinners, master classes and winemaker visits is constantly being updated, some keep in touch with what’s coming up through our events section at purplepalate.com. Most of our events require careful planning so bookings are essential and payment is required in advance.

Bar Barossa is also proving to be a popular spot for corporate gatherings. special occasions and Christmas parties. To check out your party options click here.

See you at Bar Barossa soon!

Bar Barossa: Corner Adelaide & Macrossan Streets, Brisbane.

What’s on at Bar Barossa
Premium Degustation Nights
Saturday 14th May 2011 – Charles Melton, Charles Melton Wines

Saturday 6th August 2011 – Wayne Ahrens, Smallfry Wines

Indulge yourself with some of the most celebrated names in the industry as these talented winemakers team up with Chef ‘JJ’ to offer you an intimate presentation of their best wines with our finest culinary offering. Featuring new release wines, some rarities and the occasional dusty bottle pulled from the cellar, these 5 course dinners offer both personal insights with the winemaker and exclusive access to wines otherwise not available in Brisbane.

Cost: $150 per person

Timing: 6.30pm for 7.00pm start

Bookings: phone (07) 3832 3530 or email brisbane@barbarossa.com.au

Exclusive Master Classes
Wednesday 8th June 2011 – Chris Ringland, Ringland Vintners

Tuesday 12th July 2011 – Ben Radford, Rockford Wines

Thursday 27th October 2011 – John Duval, John Duval Wines

With access to some of the icons of the industry, Bar Barossa proudly presents another round of high level master class sessions to really excite your palate! Each session is designed to offer you the most interactive understanding of both current release and museum release wines with the winemaker. Explore and understand the philosophy behind the lables and get an insight ino the future of wines, whilst enjoying them with a succulent steak, followed by our cheese plates.

Cost: $120 per person

Timing: 6.30pm for 7.00pm start

Bookings: phone (07) 3832 3530 or email brisbane@barbarossa.com.au

Neighbourhood Nights
Drop in on Monday or Tuesday and receive our special Neighbourhood Nights offer of two tasting or shared plates and four wine samples for $49.

Bar Barossa
Corner of Adelaide and Macrossan Streets, Brisbane, QLD 4000
T: 07 3832 3530
E: brisbane@barbarossa.com.au
www.barbarossa.com.au

Hours of Business:

Monday – Friday: 12:00pm – 12:00am
Saturday: 5:00pm – 12:00am