Bonneau du Martray has been run by Jean Charles de la Morniere since 1993, since 1994 Jean-Charles has been fine-tuning the estate that his father brought back to life. The vineyards is on the side of the great Corton Hill, near Pernand and is one of the greatest white wines produced in Burgundy. We are thrilled to be working with Jean-Charles and to have the opportunity to show you 7 vintages of Corton Charlemagne, from 2004 through to the recently arrived 2010 vintage. We will be holding a series of three tastings in May and hope that you can join us at one of them. These wines are very special and this will be a unique tasting.

Join us in Kelburn Village for a long-lost event that is the wine club. We will aim to have monthly gatherings at Cafe Mode where we will try a number of offerings from the local Glengarry store. We hope to get winemakers, viticulturists, writers and plenty more in to host our tastings in the future. Let's kick off with a bang, and a fizz, with some bubbly goodness from France, Champagne. We will try a range of different styles from several houses in order to get everyone acquainted to what they like. Not a strictly non-vintage tasting, we will get a couple of vintage examples and there's no reason not to pop open something extra special named after our monk friend, Dom Perignon. For about the price of an ordinary bottle, you get to try 8! What's not to like?

Do you consider yourself a bit of a wine connoisseur? We would like to put you and your team mates to the test. Gather your collegues or friends and join us for an evening of wine and fun as you blind taste your way through the line up and answer questions on each wine. There can only be one winner so register your team of four or more people to be in the running. Cost is $25 per person when booking.

That's right, every week, in every Glengarry store, there's a few open bottles for tasting on a Friday evening and our friendly team are always happy to answer any questions you may have about a particular drop. We'll have a few bottles open each Friday to tempt your palate, so feel free to drop on in!

That's right, every week, in every Glengarry store, there's a few open bottles for tasting on a Friday evening and our friendly team are always happy to answer any questions you may have about a particular drop. We'll have a few bottles open each Friday to tempt your palate, so feel free to drop on in!

That's right, every week, in every Glengarry store, there's a few open bottles for tasting on a Friday evening and our friendly team are always happy to answer any questions you may have about a particular drop. We'll have a few bottles open each Friday to tempt your palate, so feel free to drop on in!

That's right, every week, in every Glengarry store, there's a few open bottles for tasting on a Friday evening and our friendly team are always happy to answer any questions you may have about a particular drop. We'll have a few bottles open each Friday to tempt your palate, so feel free to drop on in!

That's right, every week, in every Glengarry store, there's a few open bottles for tasting on a Friday evening and our friendly team are always happy to answer any questions you may have about a particular drop. We'll have a few bottles open each Friday to tempt your palate, so feel free to drop on in!

That's right, every week, in every Glengarry store, there's a few open bottles for tasting on a Friday evening and our friendly team are always happy to answer any questions you may have about a particular drop. We'll have a few bottles open each Friday to tempt your palate, so feel free to drop on in!

That's right, every week, in every Glengarry store, there's a few open bottles for tasting on a Friday evening and our friendly team are always happy to answer any questions you may have about a particular drop. Bubbles, beer, sparkling, we have it all here! Come in and see what's open to try.

That's right, every week, in every Glengarry store, there's a few open bottles for tasting on a Friday evening and our friendly team are always happy to answer any questions you may have about a particular drop. We'll have a few bottles open each Friday to tempt your palate, so feel free to drop on in!

That's right, every week, in every Glengarry store, there's a few open bottles for tasting on a Friday evening and our friendly team are always happy to answer any questions you may have about a particular drop. We'll have a few bottles open each Friday to tempt your palate, so feel free to drop on in!

That's right, every week, in every Glengarry store, there's a few open bottles for tasting on a Friday evening and our friendly team are always happy to answer any questions you may have about a particular drop. We'll have a few bottles open each Friday to tempt your palate, so feel free to drop on in!

That's right, every week, in every Glengarry store, there's a few open bottles for tasting on a Friday evening and our friendly team are always happy to answer any questions you may have about a particular drop. We'll have a few bottles open each Friday to tempt your palate, so feel free to drop on in!

That's right, every week, in every Glengarry store, there's a few open bottles for tasting on a Friday evening and our friendly team are always happy to answer any questions you may have about a particular drop. We'll have a few bottles open each Friday to tempt your palate, so feel free to drop on in!

That's right, every week, in every Glengarry store, there's a few open bottles for tasting on a Friday evening and our friendly team are always happy to answer any questions you may have about a particular drop. We'll have a few bottles open each Friday to tempt your palate, so feel free to drop on in!

The Escarpment 'Insight Series' allows individual vineyard expression from exceptional sites within the Martinborough Geographic Indication. Larry McKenna has just released the 2011 'Insight Series' wines and to celebrate he is coming to Auckland to host a unique tasting; a vertical of his three Single Vineyards, all together in one tasting. That's right; nine wines, three vintages, three single vineyards. We'll start with a glass of his Kupe Chardonnay on arrival.

Bonneau du Martray has been run by Jean Charles de la Morniere since 1993, since 1994 Jean-Charles has been fine-tuning the estate that his father brought back to life. The vineyards is on the side of the great Corton Hill, near Pernand and is one of the greatest white wines produced in Burgundy. We are thrilled to be working with Jean-Charles and to have the opportunity to show you 7 vintages of Corton Charlemagne, from 2004 through to the recently arrived 2010 vintage. We will be holding a series of three tastings in May and hope that you can join us at one of them. These wines are very special and this will be a unique tasting. Venue TBC, register your interest today!

Join us as we taste whisky from two truly magnificent distilleries. Firstly we head to the Highlands and Glenmorangie. We will begin with 'new make spirit' then move on to the benchmark Original. Next whisky up will be the outstanding Eighteen Years Old finishing with the recently released 'Private Edition 4' Ealanta; nineteen year old malt aged exclusively in hand selected virgin casks made of slow-growth American oak and possibly the purest expression of whisky Glenmorangie has ever made. We then will head West to Islay and Ardbeg, a distillery that prides itself on being the 'Ultimate Islay Malt Whisky', commencing with Ardbeg 10 Years Old, a true statement of Islay. Then we will look at the 'Heart of Corryvreckan' followed by Uigeadail 'World Whisky of the Year 2009'. Finally, we will finish the evening with a dram of Ardbeg Galileo recently voted 'World Whisky of The Year' 2013.

Wine lover Kirsten Searle is the co-owner, hardworking mother of 3 children and the drive behind the historic, Gisborne-based Matawhero Wine brand. Established in 1968 by Bill Irwin, Matawhero Wines defied convention and made wines of boutique standing and international acclaim and in doing so, changed the face of New Zealand winemaking forever. Please join us for a tasting with the next generation of Matawhero wines, as Kirsten reflects on the brand's history and shares some of the best wines from the Gisborne region.

Beer and Bourbon go very well together. Don't believe it's true? For June's craft beer club we have Luke Nicholas brewer of Epic beer and Nigel Kelly expert Bourbon guy from Auckland's House of Whisky, joining forces and taking us on yet another epic tasting journey. While the focus is on Epic's beers we'll be looking at how Bourbon and craft beer compliment each other in a tasting that will be a treat for your taste buds.

We are exploring all things Rhone in June and will kick off with Southern Rhone. This is where Grenache is the predominant veriety but is usually blended with Cinsault, Syrah possibly Carignan and Syrah. Chateau Neuf is allowed thirteen varieties including a white so the possibilities here are endless. The region enjoys a Mediterranean climate and the wines are fleshy and inviting. This will be an intriguing tasting and a must for all lovers of Syrah.

Hosted by Jak Jakicevich, owner of Glengarry, come and try some diverse Scottish Whiskies. Accompanied by traditional Scottish canapes. Scotch differs from Single Malts, in that Scotch Whisky is blended, bringing together a number of unique malts to produce harmony. It's less about a story of place and time but more a story of consistency.

Vintage Port is one of the oldest and greatest wine styles in the world. This evening we will be looking at some magnificent examples from the best houses spanning over 40 years. We will be trying the following bottles.1966 Warres, 1994 Grahams, 1997 Fonseca, 2000 Grahams, 2003 Warres, 2007 Taylors Quinta de Vargellas VV, 2009 Quinta de la Rosa, 2009 Barros.

Quinta de la Rosa is a family affair and have been producing wonderful port and wine since 1815. Quinta de la Rosa was given as christening present to Claire Feuhaeerd Sophias grandmother in 1906. In 1988 Sophia and her father Tim Bergvist relaunched Quinta de la Rosa as a top quality port producer. We will start with a white port and then try some reserve hwines and lastly finish with a mini vertical of some vintage. This is an opportunity to hear Phil Rowe wax lyrical about this often forgotten and underestimated drink.

Join Metro editor Simon Wilson, chief wine judge Paul Tudor MW and other Metro judges, as well as winemakers from around the country, to experience the Metro 100 Wines for Winter. The ticket price includes tastings of the Metro Top 100 Wines for Winter, accompanying food, the latest issue of Metro, a tasting note pad and live music. Plus, purchase on the night and you'll go in the draw to win a prize pack of wine, Riedel glassware and a 3-month subscription to Metro.

Come and join us at this complimentary event, along with Craggy's Chief Winemaker Matt Stafford, to try all the Prestige wines for this year!

The Prestige Collection is a collection of wines that express a combination of exceptional ripeness, exceptional terroir, and the most complete expression of the winemaker's art. They are small volume, exclusive range wines made from their estate vineyards This is a great opportunity to taste these exceptional wines - no need to book!

Over the last twenty + years, the Glengarry Wine Academy has established itself as one of the leading wine educators in New Zealand. Initially created to train Glengarry staff, it is also widely used by the hospitality industry and wine enthusiasts. Informative, but never intimidating, the Glengarry Wine Academy courses are an opportunity for beginners as well as experienced aficionados to expand their knowledge and develop their interest. The only pre-requisite is a passion for wine! STAGE 1 WINE ACADEMY Staged over four weeks this is a very much hands-on course that encourages participants to gain 'wine confidence' by breaking down the intimidation factor and providing a good grounding in the sensory evaluation and perception of wine. The main grape varieties are discussed in detail with wines from around New Zealand and across the globe tasted to highlight the various characteristics of each variety. Aspects of wine featured in the course are: Breaking down the intimidation factor. The mechanics of tasting wine. Sensory perception and evaluation. The winemaking process - sparkling and still. The main grape varieties.

Week 1 - Introduction to tasting wine and how wine is made with a focus on white wines.
Week 2 - Follows on from week one with the focus on red wines and how they are made.
Week 3 - Is all about bubbles - how champagne is made and why it is so good.
Week 4 - We discuss wine and food matching, wine faults, wine cellaring etc and taste an eclectic range of wines.

Picked not quite from obscurity but certainly prior to him becoming the international star he is today Yves Cuilleron is one of the producers that I am proudest to present. His feel and passion for the grapes of the Rhone shine in every wine he makes from the humblest appellation wines to the most stellar. The wines are outstanding but his philosophy is simple, "Produce the best possible grapes. For this tasting we will focus on his reds: we will taste the just landed 2010's as well as a bit of a retrospective of some 2008 vintages.

Craft Beer Club hosted by Joe from Liberty. The first local brewery in our portfolio was New Zealand's most exciting nano-brewery and arguably New Zealand's best exponent of the art of making overtly hoppy beers. Demand for Liberty's beers - and the Imperial IPA called C!TRA in particular - far exceeds supply.

Fast becoming an institution, the Old Bottle Dinner allows every guest to bring something from their cellar that is at least ten years of age (or much older in some cases), and we always seem to find some gems here in the Victoria Park basement. You can drink only your own bottles for the evening, or share with other tables to try a wide range of rarities. The team at Dida's will prepare a delicious meal to enjoy with the wines. This will be a wonderful evening to make some new friends, and enjoy some amazing wines. If you would like to come but don't have anything to bring, please contact us and we can recommend a bottle from our cellar.

Come and join us at this complimentary event, along with Craggy's Chief Winemaker Matt Stafford, to try all the Prestige wines for this year!

The Prestige Collection is a collection of wines that express a combination of exceptional ripeness, exceptional terroir, and the most complete expression of the winemaker's art. They are small volume, exclusive range wines made from their estate vineyards This is a great opportunity to taste these exceptional wines - no need to book!

The very talented Malcolm Francis from Rockburn in Central Otago is joining us to take us through their wines matched with Tapas. The wines for the night are; Rockburn Tigermoth Riesling, Rockburn Chardonnay, Rockburn Fume Blanc and Rockburn Pinot Noir, all matched with Tapas crafted to enhance the wine.

Pierre Gaillard is described as a life adventurer landscaper/grape grower artisan vintner. Here is a man with a lot on the go never one to sit around and take it easy. He started with vineyards in Northern Rhone and has since been exploring through the South of France. For this tasting though we are firmly entrenched on the steep slopes of Northern Rhone. We are fortunate to be able to do two mini vertical tastings one from Cornas and the other is the illustrious Cote Rotie Rose Pourpre.

The Rhone Valley in Southern France is home to some of the world's greatest wines. Join our Fine Wine Manager, Regan McCaffery, as he takes us through eight of the absolute best examples from the pinnacle of their appellations. Yves Cuilleron 'Vertige' Condrieu 2009, Jean-Louis Chave Hermitage Blanc, August Clape Cornas 2007, Beaucastel Chateauneuf-du-Pape 2007, Rene Rostaing Cote-Rotie 'Cote Blonde' 2007, E. Guigal Cote-Rotie 'La Landonne' 2006, Jaboulet Hermitage 'La Chapelle' 2007, Jean-Louis Chave Hermitage 2009.

What does a 100-point wine taste like? The 2008 release of the mighty Grange has been awarded the magic 100 out of 100 points by Robert Parker's Wine Advocate. In July, Glengarry have a limited number of seats available for a unique opportunity to try the Penfolds Grange wines, from 2001 through to the superb 2008, 100-point vintage. If you were buying these wines, you wouldn't see much change out of $5,000.00. A ticket to our tastings in Auckland or Wellington will cost you $350.00 a head, so it's a great chance to find out what this magnificent wine is all about without breaking the bank.

What does a 100-point wine taste like? The 2008 release of the mighty Grange has been awarded the magic 100 out of 100 points by Robert Parker's Wine Advocate. In July, Glengarry have a limited number of seats available for a unique opportunity to try the Penfolds Grange wines, from 2001 through to the superb 2008, 100-point vintage. If you were buying these wines, you wouldn't see much change out of $5,000.00. A ticket to our tastings in Auckland or Wellington will cost you $350.00 a head, so it's a great chance to find out what this magnificent wine is all about without breaking the bank.

With winter well upon us I thought it was time to have a bit of a break from the hearty reds that we have been tasting. We know that Yves Cuilleron is a master craftsman when it comes to Syrah but this is your opportunity to experience his sheer brilliance with Viognier. We have just landed our new vintages and still have enough existing stock to be able to do three mini vertical tastings.

2012 was Brookfields 75th Anniversary, ('no' - it's not a typo.) Founded in 1937, the 2012 vintage sees Brookfields celebrating 75 years of being a vineyard/winery. Admittedly the wine styles have changed since the in the early years, moving from port, sherry and a little wine, to the range of premium Hawkes Bay varieties we enjoy today. We are celebrating Brookfields 75th Anniversary with a look back into the past, opening a wonderful selection of aged Brookfields 'Gold Label' Cabernet Merlot, going back to the 1995 vintage. Vertical tasting wines are: Brookfields 'Gold Label' Cabernet Merlot 2009, 2007, 2006, 2004, 2002, 2000, 1998 & 1995.

Glengarry are pleased to introduce the Wine Academy Stage II for those who are looking to further enhance or refine their wine knowledge. The Stage II course is in a four week block and will be run on 15th, 22nd, 29th July and 5 August.
Stage II will look closely at grape varieties and their interpretation from around the world with a major focus on tastings. Either Stage I or demonstrateable confidence with wine is a pre-requisite for Stage II. All wines are premium to super premium in nature with an average retail price for all wines served (8 per night) of $70.00 per bottle.

Jane Ferrari is not simply a Yalumba employee, she's a company crusader. Her passion is as infectious as it is heartfelt. Spend an hour or so with Jane - in a London boardroom, at a New York tasting, at the Angaston winery, it doesn't matter where - and you'll find out more about the heritage and culture of Yalumba and the wider Barossa than most locals learn in a lifetime.

For our second Bordeaux tasting we are concentrating solely on St Emilion. As with the left bank the right bank fared just as well and produced some stunners. I have managed to put together seven lovely wines for this tasting including Angelus that Parker scored at 99 points! This will be an interesting tasting in that this is where Cabernet Franc and Merlot dominate.

Join us from Thursday 15 to Saturday 17 August as we celebrate our 2nd birthday with tastings, treats, giveaways, wine and riedel deals! No need to book - just make a note in your calendar and pop in.