Day: 30 April 2024

  • Evolve your 2024 EOFY Events into an exceptional experience in the Yarra Valley

    Evolve your 2024 EOFY Events into an exceptional experience in the Yarra Valley

    As the financial year draws to a close, it’s time to celebrate your team’s achievements in style. Show your employees the ultimate appreciation by treating them to an unforgettable and extraordinary end of financial year event in the picturesque Yarra Valley, Australia’s well renowned wine region, just an hour’s drive from Melbourne’s CBD. Offering an alternative to traditional event spaces, Rochford Wines is more than just an events venue, it’s a space for a corporate getaway that facilitates team bonding, true connections, organisational growth and success. 

    Interact. Entertain. Celebrate. Inspire.

    Rochford Wines is an iconic Yarra Valley event venue that transforms standard corporate gatherings into memorable experiences. Here, your team can unwind and celebrate amidst vineyards and rolling hills, enjoying world-class wines and gourmet dining, with numerous exciting options than just your standard EOFY events – from wine and gin tasting to fun team building activities. 

    With decades of experience running large scale events, our events team are experts in hosting all types of corporate functions, from 10 to 500 guests with onsite catering packages available. Our venue blends natural beauty with sophistication and provides all the facilities and services that you would expect to make your event a success.

    Versatile spaces to make a lasting impression for any event:

    A versatile wine, food & entertainment destination, we can tailor your specific corporate event needs to suit. Whether you’re planning an intimate gathering for lunch or dinner, or a grand gala and late night celebration, we offer unique events spaces with natural light, stunning views and plenty of space for all types of entertainment. Our spaces include the iconic Isabella’s Restaurant, the relaxed, rustic charm of Il Vigneto Pizzeria, and various private rooms like the Barrel Room, Pinot Gallery and The Chardonnay Hall. Each setting is uniquely designed to cater to different moods and themes and full-service facilities.

    Delicious dining and premium wines:

    Choose from a range of dining options, from relaxed authentic Italian cuisine at Il Vigneto Pizzeria, to gourmet canapés or luxurious three-course meals at Isabella’s restaurant, where each dish is an exploration of flavour, crafted by Executive Chef Ramiz Shaikh to complement our premium wines. Whether your preference is our award winning reds including our Pinot Noir and cabernet sauvignon or our iconic, delicate Chardonnay, our wines are sure to elevate your dining experience.

    We tailor your experience:

    Rochford Wines isn’t just about great food and wine; we also provide all the necessary amenities to ensure your event runs smoothly. Audio-visual equipment, customisable room setups, microphones, a stage for your speakers and professional event coordination are all part of our corporate events packages. With your own personal event coordinator and a full team of experienced, dedicated event professionals who will liaise and plan every detail, you can be assured you will be able to enjoy every minute of the incredible event you have envisioned. 

    Engaging activities to enhance team bonding:

    Take advantage of our unique team-building activities designed to entertain and engage. From wine blending workshops and gin tastings to more adventurous options like grape stomping and archery, Rochford offers various activities that make your event unforgettable. These experiences not only provide you and your employees with numerous memorable moments of fun, but also foster teamwork and camaraderie among employees.

    Make your 2024 end of financial year event a landmark occasion with Rochford Wines, the ultimate location to say thank you and toast to the past year.  

    Our commitment to excellence and attention to detail ensures that your corporate event is an extraordinary celebration that mirrors the success of your team. 

    Reach out to our event specialists today, and let’s start planning your next exceptional experience for 2024 together. 

  • The ‘It’ thing in weddings… The Multi Day Wedding: Why Yarra Valley is the perfect destination for Melbourne couples

    The ‘It’ thing in weddings… The Multi Day Wedding: Why Yarra Valley is the perfect destination for Melbourne couples

    What’s hot in weddings we hear you ask… it’s now all about celebrating all weekend long. The shift towards the extended celebrations that start with an arrival dinner and go all the way through to a post wedding recovery, are 2024’s biggest wedding trend. We are seeing more and more couples opt for a weekend extravaganza, with a desire for a non-traditional, personalised and memorable wedding experience. 

    At Rochford Wines in the Yarra Valley, we understand the hype and popularity for this modern wedding experience and our venue is here to help you bring it to life! Our venue offers a picturesque setting and versatile packages that cater perfectly for not only the wedding day, but for arrival dinners, recovery brunches, cocktail parties and outdoor gatherings and more, allowing each couple to weave their personal touch into every aspect of their wedding weekend.

    Why Opt for a Weekend Wedding?

    Transforming a wedding from a single-day event into a two- three day experience provides the opportunity for couples to spend more quality time with each of their guests, either the day before and/or after their wedding, leaving them with more time on their wedding day – from the ceremony right through to the end of their reception – for special moments with each other (which let’s remember, is what the day is all about!). Couples can truly relax, take it all in and ‘live in the moment’, enjoying every aspect of the day they have spent months planning, including the food and drinks, music, entertainment, the venue and all of its stunning features, landscapes and of course, the dance floor!

    A little getaway close to the wedding venue allows your guests to fully soak in and embrace the Yarra Valley experience, appreciating the local scenery and attractions before and after the wedding day. Spoilt for choice for accommodation within a 10-minute journey, guests and the bridal party get to chill a little more and enjoy the luxury of additional time to get ready for the big day, without the usual rush or worry about transportation logistics, both before and late at night after the reception finishes. 

    Extended time celebrating together also allows the bride and groom’s friends and family to mingle over a couple of drinks, share laughs and hit the dance floor together, uplifting the vibes and social atmosphere at each wedding event! By the end of the weekend, your guests who may have never met before are now new best friends!

    Celebrate your wedding ceremony, reception and beyond in the Yarra Valley

    Located just an hour’s drive from Melbourne CBD and 15 minutes from the eastern suburbs, the Yarra Valley offers you convenience and natural beauty. This famous Australian wine region, known for its rolling hills, stunning vineyards, award winning wines and panoramic views, provides you with the perfect backdrop for your wedding day and an abundance of pre and post wedding activities – wine tastings and food flights, hot air ballooning, helicopter rides and more – for you and your guests to enjoy throughout the entire weekend. 

    As a premier Yarra Valley wedding venue, at Rochford Wines you will find beautiful natural landscapes and wedding facilities. Recognising the shift towards personalised and non-traditional weddings, we offer the flexibility to host anything from micro wedding ceremonies to large celebratory gatherings, ensuring each of your activities seamlessly transition into each other. Our venue features unique spaces filled with natural light and scenic views, ideal for any part of your wedding weekend:

    Isabella’s Restaurant: Offering elegance and panoramic views, this space can accommodate between 50-400 guests. Whether it’s a grand reception party or a celebratory dinner, Isabella’s provides a stunning setting with a curated menu tailored to your preferences.

    Il Vigneto: With its relaxed atmosphere, floor-to-ceiling windows, and a large deck overlooking the lake, this venue offers a charming backdrop for up to 200 seated guests. The Italian-style menu promotes a shared dining experience, perfect for a canape style reception or the post wedding day recovery drinks.

    The Conservatory and other Private Rooms: Ideal for more intimate gatherings, these areas provide privacy and exclusivity for smaller guest lists, ensuring your celebration is both personal and comfortable.

    The Lawn & Vineyards: Recovery days can be as relaxed or as structured as you wish, with options ranging from lawn games and pizza parties at Il Vigneto to more refined wine and dining experiences. This flexibility allows each couple to create a weekend that genuinely reflects their style and ensures their guests leave with wonderful memories of the absolute best weekend.

    You can see the excitement around wedding weekends and why couples are opting for this entire experience for them and their guests, with the Yarra Valley at the top of the list of Victorian wedding destinations, for an entire fun-filled weekend of celebrating love!

    With over decades of experience in hosting weddings and bespoke service, our dedicated team are experts at bringing your entire wedding vision to life, ensuring every detail is nothing short of perfect. From the moment you arrive to the final farewells, Rochford Wines provides a scenic, serene, and utterly unforgettable backdrop for all of your wedding celebrations. 

    Get in touch with our team about our tailored packages and discover how Rochford Wines can be the perfect venue for any of your special wedding events!