So you want to learn to make wine like a pro? Here's your chance

Ever thought "I would love to go grape picking and make wine with my own hands"?

Sometimes felt that you could do a better job than the professionals who make wine for a living? 

If you answered yes to either question then Raidis Estate in Coonawarra, South Australia, is offering an opportunity that might be the experience of a lifetime.

Steven and Emma Raidis, the bright young couple behind the Raidis Estate brand, are offering visitors the chance to get down and dirty in their vineyards and winery - and play a role in the production of a limited-release wine. 

The Raidis team describes the one-day Living the Dream event as "the ultimate winemaker experience" - and it costs $295 per person for members of their Billy Goat Club, or $495 for non-members.

The lucky few will have their signature on the barrel head and their name on the label as one of the winemakers. 

The experience includes grape picking with professionals, a chance to work alongside the wine making team crafting the special-release wine; and a bottle of the finished product in 12 months' time. Those involved will also get regular updates on the wine's progress in barrel - and first access to purchase.

The date on which you can turn from wine drinker to wine maker is April 23, 2016 - and the package includes Greek coffee to start the day and a traditional Greek feast to toast the end of the experience; featuring Raidis Estate wines and produce from the Raidis family gardens. 

For full details, or to book, visit www.raidis.com.au/events or call 08 8737 2966