Muscat mixology at Monster, Lerida wine masterclass

The Winemakers of Rutherglen are bringing their luscious dessert wines and ripe reds to the capital. On Friday, August 26, head to Monster in New Acton for a session of Muscat Mixology - four specially created muscat cocktails, put together by Monster's head mixologist Tioni Naslund, plus canapes, charcuterie, tapas and more. You'll get to chat to the winemakers from Rutherglen too. Sounds like a fun Friday night drinks event. $100. August 26 at 6pm. See ticketebo.com.au

Lerida Estate is holding a pinot noir masterclass on Saturday, August 27 at the winery on Lake George. Join owner Jim Lumbers and winemaker Malcolm Burdett to explore the history of the pinot and learn how it's cultivated, made and bottled. You'll get to taste a range of Australian and other pinot noirs, including the 2014 Bass Phillip Premium rated by James Halliday as one of the top in Australia. You'll also get to taste Lerida Estate's own pinots, which have been winning praise and medals at wine shows. Saturday, August 27 at 10.30am. $50. Book on 6295 6640.