The Eatery by CK: McLaren Vale certified biodynamic/organic producers lunch at Paxton's Vineyards

I was fortunate enough to go along to a lunch at Paxton's Vineyards that celebrated McLaren Vale’s three certified organic and biodynamic wine producers, Battle of Bosworth, The Hedonist and Paxton Wines. The setting at Paxton's was beautiful and the weather God put on a spectacular day. Paxton's, The Hedonist and Battle of Bosworth all put their wines up for tasting and the quality was fantastic. A true testament to the philosophy behind their wine making. I particularly fell in love with the Paxton's Rosé, it was like no other I have had before.
Chef Ann Oliver cooked a beautiful lunch using locally sourced biodynamic/organic ingredients. The food was wonderful and there was a real simplicity about each dish, every ingredient speaking for itself. The confit rabbit with hand made pasta was incredible and I've never tasted such melt in your mouth pasta and such succulent and tender rabbit. It was quite special.
We were privileged to hear from the winemakers as they told their stories and highlighted the importance of sustainable farming methods and the implications of mainstream methods. Not only were some of the methods interesting (using deer bladders and cow horns filled with intestines for pest management) but it is so evident of the need to get back to traditional methods for long term sustainability as well for our own health. Overall a sensational day indulging all of my passions!