Feast & Vine: Gourmet New Zealand Wine Tours Quick Reference Guide

Wellington’s wonderful wine scene! There’s never a dull moment for wine lovers in New Zealand’s most cosmopolitan city, thanks to Feast & Vine’s series of ongoing monthly “class by the glass” wine and food pairing events. Each monthly event is different, providing a never-ending flow of new opportunities to hone and refine your palate.

At Feast & Vine, our goal is to help every participant make the most out of every glass of wine you enjoy – for life. All events are fun, delicious, and endlessly informative. Every Feast & Vine event is conducted by a professional sommelier or special guest winemaker, according to exacting protocols established by Feast & Vine founder, Donna McCormack. Our innovative approach to gourmet food and wine pairing, plus our seasoning and savoury plate programs, help you discover the palate you always had, but never knew.

Unlock the secrets of wine appreciation while sipping New Zealand’s finest vintages. Wine is endlessly fascinating, and so is the process of educating your palate. Get started today by referring to our Wine Events page for specific times and pricing. Then, make reservations for the event that best suits your mood or occasion. Please note that reservations close at noon on the day of each event.

For times, prices, and specifics about each month's upcoming event, refer to Wine Events page.
Walk-ins welcome of one or more persons with registration.

“I really liked the wines and the question and answer portion was my favorite part of the evening. I learned a lot since the material was presented in a straight forward and simple manner”
- Myra Sheppard, Wellington, NZ

Christmas Pour-off & Taste-Off

Join us at the Wineseeker wine shop to start your festive season. Our Pour-Off, Taste-Off series of jolly evenings are separated into different dates with an exclusive white wine only evening as paired with salmon gourmet ravioli's, or an exclusive selection of red wines only as paired with chicken, mushroom & spinach gourmet ravioli's. 20 participants (two tables of 10) will be seated to explore four wines as matched against our appetiser menu. Wines have been chosen by Nicola Belsham who will guide our wine tasting experience, helping participants explore the specifics of wine and food pairing. A favourite winning wine will be selected and topped off!

This is not a dinner venue, but an early evening appetiser & wine match experience.

Price: $60.00 per person including GST
Time: 6:30 pm - 7:45 pm
Location: Wineseeker Wine Shop at the corner of Victoria and Wakefield St.

Winemaker Dinners
Sojourn Cafe, James Cook Grand Chancellor Hotel

Travel the wine regions of the world! Each of our fun, casual, and uniquely different monthly Winemaker Dinners celebrates the food and wine of a famous international wine region. By combining the talents of special guest winemaker with those of Kupsami Gounder, Executive Chef of the Sojourn Café, you are able to experience vibrant evenings of food and wine discoveries you won’t soon forget. Each regionally themed evening introduces you to some of the finest food and wine the world has to offer. One month, the theme may be the Italy’s Tuscany region, highlighting authentic regional dishes paired with superb Chianti Classico wines. Next, savor the flavor of wines of Napa Valley along with innovative California-style cuisine. Then, watch for the richly flavorful foods and crisp white wines of Alsace. Note: Foods are platter-served in a casual style consistent with Sojourn Café’s unique and lively ‘vibe.’

For times, prices, and specifics about each month’s upcoming guest winemaker and regional focus, refer to Wine Events page.

Walk on the Wild Side - Feast & Vine Adventure at ZEALANDIA

A guided tour of wine and wildlife. Join Feast & Vine and ZEALANDIA: The Karori Sanctuary Experience for an adventurous excursion that’s uniquely New Zealand. This exclusive “wine safari” highlights myriad discoveries for the adventurous visitor. Be prepared to enjoy the finest local wines, an array of Pacific Rim foods - seasoned with fresh herbs and greens found in ZEALANDIA! – plus a glorious stroll in NZ’s most beloved nature reserve. First, a professional sommelier hones your palate with tips about wine tasting and food pairing. Then, an expert naturalist helps you identify the wild herbs, flora, and fauna – hopefully you’ll spot a kiwi or two! – during a memorable “walk on the wild side” in this world renowned wildlife sanctuary.

Space availability for afternoon or evening events are limited, so make your reservations early to avoid disappointment. See Wine Events page for specific times and pricing.

Pierre Meyer

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