SLOW Food Perth will be hosted by James and Hilda Talijancich at a special event at the family’s three-generation Swan Valley winery on Saturday 15 May 2010.

The winery was established by Croatian immigrant Jim Talijancich in 1932 and in 1945 Peter became the winery and vineyard manager, completing 50 vintages. James and Hilda and their staff have continued a fine tradition, producing award-winning, slow-matured fortified wines renowned in Australia and across the world. It is one of the few Australian wineries producing the spanish varietal graciano and was the first in Western Australia to achieve biodynamic certification.

Luke Godrich will talk about the history of the winery and the importance of the valley to Western Australian wine production. The event will include a vineyard tour and tasting.

Members and guests are asked to contribute a plate to a shared lunch under the trellised vines.

Event details
Date: Saturday 15 May 2010
Venue: Talijancich Winery, 26 Hyem Road, Herne Hill WA 6056
Fee: $20 Slow Food members, $30 guests
Bookings: download booking form
RSVP: 12 May, by email