The Barre’s Online Wine Cellar

Enjoy The Barre’s expertly-curated list of local wines from the safety and comfort of your home.

While Arts Centre Melbourne’s doors are temporarily closed, we’ll be sharing and profiling some of our favourite Australian wines, all of which have been sipped and savoured in the vibrant atmosphere of The Barre.

The featured wines are available to purchase online and friends of Arts Centre Melbourne receive a 5% discount. To retrieve the discount code, please visit our Instagram account or click here.

Most importantly, 5% of all sales will be donated to the Arts Wellbeing Collective, a mental health program specifically tailored for the performing arts. Now more than ever, performing arts professionals need our help.

Until we can welcome you in person, explore Arts Centre Melbourne’s digital program Together With You and pour a glass of The Barre’s favourite.

#ACMwithyou

Helen’s Hill

Ingram Road

Oscar’s Folly

Mount Avoca

Zonte’s Footstep

Mr.Mick

Tim Adams

Workers in the performing arts across the state are experiencing the immediate and devastating impact of event cancellations and venue closures due to COVID-19.

From independent artists and small companies through to large organisations like Arts Centre Melbourne, everyone is affected. Our own temporary closure has affected the lives of hundreds of artists, technical production, box office, front of house, production and associated support staff, who depend on a vibrant and fully functioning Arts Centre Melbourne. And the livelihoods of many others across the industry are at stake.

Now they need our support.

If you would like to help arts industry workers during these unprecedented times, please consider donating to the Arts Wellbeing Collective. All donations are tax-deductible:

Donate to the Arts Wellbeing Collective

Meet the Experts

Humberto Romero – Supervisor – The Barre

Born and raised in Venezuela’s capital city Caracas, Humberto Romero grew up playing the bass guitar in bands, touring and doing sound tech work for live shows. He moved to Melbourne almost a decade ago and after completing his first year in Music Business he worked in the hospitality industry which led to management positions with a focus and passion for wines.

Gaining experience across various venues in Melbourne, Humberto further developed his appreciation for wines and matching flavours, and believes every wine has a story. Having the opportunity to work with a variety of cuisines from Italy to South East Asia, Humberto developed a palate for Pinot Noirs and Rieslings.

Look out for Humberto’s weekly wine picks.

Ania Chen – Supervisor – The Barre

Ania Chen was born and raised in Buenos Aires, Argentina and moved to Australia in 2012. Ania holds a Bachelor degree in International Relations & Government and Hons in Political Science. It was during her travels around Australia that she discovered a passion for the wine industry and later moved to Melbourne to develop further skills and knowledge. She is a certified sommelier by the Court of Masters Sommeliers and has also studying the diploma in Wine and Spirits Education Training (WSET).

Ania is interested in the innovation and sustainable development taking place in Australia’s wine industry and the exciting experimentation that is occurring. She loves discovering what grape and wine styles work within Australia’s climate, dining and drinking culture.

Look out for Ania’s weekly wine picks.

Scott Cameron – Manager – The Barre

Scott Cameron was born and raised in Bendigo, Central Victoria. He studied a double degree in Accounting/Computing, specialising in system development and analysis. He began working in nightclubs to support his study and quickly moved into management positions.

In 2000, he completed a Bachelor degree in clothing studies and moved to Melbourne to pursue a career in fashion. Scott continued his work in both hospitality and fashion across the world before settling back in Melbourne. Scott took on management roles in restaurants, clubs and hotels before joining Arts Centre Melbourne in 2018 as Manager of The Barre.

Scott believes wine is a social drink that lends itself to sharing with friends and creating wonderful memories. However, in our current climate he’s appreciating the joy that comes with matching wines to dishes cooked at home! Currently that’s a full bodied Shiraz with a great steak.

Look out for Scott’s weekly wine picks.