Contentious Character•Fyshwick, ACT
Winery
Welcome to Contentious Character Urban Winery, the home of good wines, high spirits and great debates in Dairy Road Precinct, Fyshwick.From our beginnings in the rolling hills of Wamboin, to our inner city digs, one thing has remained constant—our commitment to nuanced wines, good old-fashioned hospitality and experiences that win the hearts and minds of our beloved customers. Whether you come to us for a meal and a tasting, or our wines come to you—we’ll give you plenty to talk about.
Experiences at Contentious Character
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Tulip Top Gardens Picnic Hamper 2024
Enjoy a beautiful day out in Sutton's Tulip Top Gardens with a Contentious picnic hamper in hand!Choose from 2 options: a fromage only picnic hamper with 5 cheeses, or a fromage + charcuterie picnic hamper with 3 different cheese and 3 different meats. Both include pickles, Contentious condiments, dips, house-made focaccia, Falwasser crackers and a combination of seasonal dry and fresh fruits. All you need to bring: yourselves, a picnic blanket, a hat and sunblock! Picnic hampers will be available for pick-up between 9am-4pm from our pop-up wine bar at the Tulip Top Gardens, NOT our Fyshwick Urban Winery.
- Daily from 11 Sept to 13 Oct 2024
- Multiple times
- $80 required add-ons
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First Ball Of The Season: Unveil the Secrets of Regency Glamour
First Ball Of The Season: Unveil the Secrets of Regency GlamourContentious Character and Underground Spirits cordially invite you to an evening of revelry, with a most exquisite Bridgertonian twist! Prepare to step into a world of opulence and elegance, as we transform the venue into a lavish setting reminiscent of a bygone era. Arrive in your most resplendent period attire and immerse yourself in an ambiance adorned with enchanting floral and lace embellishments that evoke the grandeur of a bygone age.From the moment you arrive, you’ll be greeted with a welcoming cocktail, masterfully crafted with the finest Underground Gin and Contentious wine, followed by a selection of five exquisite tapas designed to tantalize your taste buds. The evening is set to be a feast for the senses, enveloping you in an atmosphere of unmatched sophistication and charm.As the night unfolds, prepare to dazzle and shine, culminating in a dazzling awards ceremony that will honor our fashion stars. The coveted titles up for grabs include:-Best Dressed Gentleman-Best Dressed Lady-Best Dressed CoupleDress to impress and you might just be the one to take home one of these prestigious titles!To enhance the magic of the evening, we’ll be serenaded by enchanting music to celebrate the arrival of spring and the joyous start of the season.All of this splendor is yours for the delightful sum of $89 per person. We look forward to sharing this unforgettable evening with you!
- Saturday 28 Sept 2024
- 6:00 PM - 11:00 PM
- $89 per ticket
Reservation
Courtyard Dining Reservations
Serving breakfast from 7am-11am, a la carte dinning & tapas daily from 11am-7pm and till 9pm on Thursday to Saturday.As well as our restaurant seats, we offer al fresco dining with a shaded courtyard and sunny deck. Please note: Wine Club members - log in prior booking to enjoy your discount.
- Prepaid reservation for parties of 1 to 12
- Courtyard, Table
- $0–$119 per person
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Contentious Debate (2 Course Dinner & Show)
Dive into Passion and Stir Up the Debate!Ready to mix high-energy fun with top-tier wine? It's the third Contentious Comedy Debate! Produced in collaboration with the team from the Canberra Comedy Festival, we are matching sharp wits with some mouth-watering food and wine for your very fine palate. Get ready for these debaters to slap each other silly with a scintillating turn of phrase as they debate:Everyone deserves a happy ending!It is a superb lineup. We have performers who have toured shows to Melbourne and Sydney festivals, RAW comedy finalists and a writer, actor and member of the cast of "Thank God You Are Here".Moderator: Tom GibsonAffirmative: Tanya Losanno (Team Captain), Suma Iyer & Chris MarltonNegative: Carlo Ritchie (Team Captain), Sarah Stewart & Caitlin Maggs7:30PM - 9:45PM (SHOW & DINNER) Looking to go all out? Our 7:30 pm session is your ticket to indulgence. Arrive early and enjoy a drink in the courtyard bar. Then enjoy a fabulous two-course dinner while getting your fill of an entertaining debate. Here’s what’s on the menuYour choice of one of three mains (pick when you book):Sesame-dressed risotto with asparagus, peas, Gruyère cheese, and crispy fried leek.Pan-fried Barramundi fillet with yuzu miso beurre blanc, specks, and kohlrabi.250g rump steak with Contentious Character Premium Merlot jus and seasonal grilled veggies.To cap off your evening we are offering a decadent dessert: our trio chocolate fondue featuring strawberries, bananas, waffles and marshmallows. Now that's a happy ending!This is the Friday night you’ve been dreaming of, so don’t wait—grab your tickets fast before they’re gone! This debate is back by popular demand so get in quick. It is going to be epic!
- Friday 1 Nov 2024
- 7:30 PM - 10:00 PM
- $90 per ticket
Reservation
Inside Dining Reservations
Serving breakfast from 7am-11am, a la carte dinning & tapas daily from 11am-7pm and till 9pm on Thursday to Saturday.This reservation is for a table in our restaurant.Please note: Wine Club members - log in prior booking to enjoy your discount.
- Prepaid reservation for parties of 1 to 12
- $0–$119 per person
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Brunch & Bottomless Mimosa and Sangria
Selection of two Brunch options with bottomless Mimosas and Sangria
- Prepaid reservation for parties of 1 to 12
- $89 per person
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High Tea & Bottomless Gin & T
High tea with a selection of cakes and pastries, accompanied by bottomless G&T & Gin Cocktails.
- Prepaid reservation for parties of 1 to 12
- $95 per person
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Wine Tastings
This reservation is for Wine Tastings only, held at our 7-metre island within our restaurant.We offer 3 tasting experiences, and you can add matched food elements to each. Group bookings online are limited to 12 people. For more than this, please email bookings@contentiouscharacter.com.au to arrange for groups of up to 150. Please note: Wine Club members - log in prior booking to enjoy your discount.
- Prepaid reservation for parties of 2 to 12
- Bar, Table
- $15–$65 per person
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Tapas & Bottomless Wine
A selection of (three) tapas with bottomless wine. Wines to be selected based on product availability
- Prepaid reservation for parties of 1 to 12
- $75 per person
Event
Contentious Debate (Show Only)
Dive into Passion and Stir Up the Debate!Ready to mix high-energy fun with top-tier wine? It's the third Contentious Comedy Debate! Produced in collaboration with the team from the Canberra Comedy Festival, we are matching sharp wits with some mouth-watering food and wine for your very fine palate. Get ready for these debaters to slap each other silly with a scintillating turn of phrase as they debate:Everyone deserves a happy ending!It is a superb lineup. We have performers who have toured shows to Melbourne and Sydney festivals, RAW comedy finalists and a writer, actor and member of the cast of "Thank God You Are Here".Moderator: Tom GibsonAffirmative: Tanya Losanno (Team Captain), Suma Iyer & Chris MarltonNegative: Carlo Ritchie (Team Captain), Sarah Stewart & Caitlin Maggs6PM - 7PM (SHOW ONLY)Arrive early but at least before 5:30 pm for a perfect pre-show warm-up. You can get the party started by ordering delicious platters and drinks (no food service during the show). You can stick around in the courtyard bar after the show to continue on the revelry.This is the Friday night you’ve been dreaming of, so don’t wait—grab your tickets fast before they’re gone! This debate is back by popular demand so get in quick. It is going to be epic!
- Friday 1 Nov 2024
- 6:00 PM - 7:00 PM
- $35 per ticket