Australia Day is more than just the first long weekend of the year. It's a ripper day to celebrate everything that's awesome about being an Aussie.

With January 26th just around the corner, Bimbadgen, a premium winery in the heart of the Hunter Valley, is preparing to host an Australia Day Extravaganza to remember.

Aussies who want to celebrate our great nation are invited to rock on in the Bimbadgen courtyard with OZ rock classics and a stellar BBQ that will sizzle from 10am to 4pm. Slip on your thongs and make sure to ask the chef to 'throw another shrimp on the barbie!' Cost from $9.

For those who would prefer to celebrate the day with a fine dining experience, Esca Bimbadgen will host an Australian inspired four course menu that is sure to rock your world.

Featured on the Esca Bimbadgen Australia Day menu is Australian classics with a unique Bimbadgen twist:
First Course:
Roasted Yabby wrapped in spec, rouille sauce
Suggested wine match: Bimbadgen Regions 2012 Pinot Gris

Second Course
'Fish n chips' - Barramundi, Confit potato chips, Tartare emulsion
Suggested wine match: Bimbadgen Estate 2012 Chardonnay

Third Course
Barbecued Kangaroo Striploin, blistered tomatoes, beetroot, 'Bimbadgen red wine' Jus
Suggested wine match: Bimbadgen Estate 2011 Shiraz

In true Aussie style, guests will be invited to dig into a fourth course - an incredible deconstructed 'lamington', consisting of chocolate jelly, coconut sorbet, chocolate sauce and sponge crumbs.

The menu will also be available in the lead up to Australia Day for lunch and dinner from the 18th to 28th January, 2013. The four course experience costs $75 per person or $95 with matching wines.

Or, if your wine racks are looking worse for wear after the festive season then be sure to visit the Cellar Door for Bimbadgen's cracking Australia Day weekend warehouse sale. Pick up a bargain with up to 50% off selected wines.

What better way to celebrate Australia Day with your mates and some shielas in the heart of the Hunter Valley overlooking vineyards and indulging in the finest Aussie food and wine that the country has to offer!