Get ready, vino-lovers and curd-nerds alike, MOULD – Australia’s biggest cheese festival is joining forces with Australia’s biggest Pinot Noir party PINOT PALOOZA to return to MELBOURNE in 2025 for another epic double-header.
In brie-lliant news for Australian fromage freaks, the country's most popular cheese event is set to return in triumphant form this year teaming up with Australia’s biggest pinot party to bring you a line up that hasn't been seen before on the weekend of Friday 4 July to Saturday 5 July in Carlton's grand dame The Royal Exhibition Building.
Mould will showcase over 50 varieties of the very best in Australian artisan cheese from around the country, there’s a fromage to suit every palate at all Mould celebrations.This free-wheeling event is all about championing the best Australian-made cheese, and the community that surrounds it.
Meanwhile, Pinot Palooza is celebrating its 13th year. The mission here is simple; celebrate the diversity of Pinot Noir, and all its glory, and have a heck of a lot of fun doing it. Expect to see over 50 examples from Australia and beyond.
In between samples, festivalgoers can grab a tipple from the various bars, featuring a selection of wine alongside spirits from crowd favourites Archie Rose Distillery and many more. Plus a range of beer, cocktails, and other delightful drinks will also be on offer.
But WHEYT, it's NOT JUST CHEESE….This year will also see an expanded roster of independent producers from the all-important world of cheese-adjacent accoutrements, giving festival-goers a direct line to load up on some of the finest salami, honey, crackers, pastes and small-goods for their next indulgent at-home cheese session.
Both event brands are presented by REVEL who are back to plate up over one million cheese samples and more examples of incredible Pinot Noir that you can poke a bottle opener at.
Tickets are $59
+Booking Fee
includes festival entry, ALL cheese and pinot tastings (NO TOKENS here!), plus a complimentary cooler bag for keeping cheese at the perfect temp once purchased from your favourite producers on the day, a wine glass for all your pinot samples & a custom wine tote bag (for your wine loot!)
Session numbers are limited to better manage numbers and enthusiasm.
All the cheese.
All the pinot.
All the vibes.
All the love.
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LEGALS
REVEL reserve the right to check bags at security checkpoints prior to entry if deemed appropriate.
By entering the event you agree and consent to filming and photography by REVEL approved personnel. This content may later be used commercially for advertising, marketing or promotional purposes in Australia and internationally. If you do not wish to be filmed, email a clear photograph of yourself to photos@revel.global in advance of the event detailing your name and the event that you are attending.
While alcohol is available for your enjoyment at the event, be aware of your limits and consume responsibly. We have a strict ‘no tolerance’ policy. Please don’t drink and drive. All our venues are within close proximity to public transport and are accessible to taxi services.
Last pours will be 15min before the sessions ends to comply with licensing requirements.