We love events because we love people. That’s why we have a calendar of tastings and events running throughout the year that cover everything from beer, the entire world of wine, liqueurs and spirits and food and wine matching experiences.
Our events feature experts from around the world who’ll infect you with their enthusiasm and knowledge. You’ll leave with a whole heap of new favourites and no doubt some new friends too.
You might also grab the chance to hold your own private tasting for a group of friends in our lovely shop. These evenings are tailor-made for you and it won’t involve us standing and talking at you. They’re about having fun and being interactive, just like a group of friends having a drink and a chat. Give us a shout for more details or if you have any questions.
Find out more about our upcoming events below or visit the shop to buy tickets.
Please note that none of our events have physical tickets – they work on a “name on the door” system. Event tickets are non-refundable but can be passed on to family and friends. Please let us know though so that we have the right name on the door.
Come along for a guided tasting led by owner and passionate vintner of Matawhero wines, “the first vineyards in the world to the greet the new day”. The Matawhero journey started with two New Zealand wine pioneers from the 1960s. Today the story continues around the drive and determination of Kirsten and Richard Searle. who purchased the Matawhero vineyard and winery in Gisborne from Denis in 2008. They are the trusted Kaitiaki (guardians) of Matawhero and continue to develop the iconic winery and share the distinctive wine styles of the Tairawhiti-Gisborne region. They produce famous New Zealand Chardonnay and other wines including aromatics like Gewürztraminer and lovely Reds.
When: Tuesday 10th February, 7pm
Where: The Shop, Queen Street, Salisbury
What: A guided wine tasting of New Zealand’s Best Kept Secret
Why: Because the wines are GREAT
Please select “Event Ticket Purchase – No Delivery” at checkout but remember there are no physical tickets for our events – we operate on a “names on the guest list” system. Event tickets are non-refundable. See above.
Kelly Washington Wines was founded in 2016 by Tamra Washington and Simon Kelly. After early experience at Seresin Estate, Tamra built an international career across the USA, Australia, and Italy, becoming Head Winemaker for multiple Mediterranean estates by age 25. Returning to New Zealand, she established a major new winery before launching Kelly Washington Wines and consulting again for Seresin.
Tamra and Simon focus on distinctive, high‑quality sites—old vines, altitude, organic and biodynamic farming—and work exclusively with hand‑harvested fruit. Using concrete eggs, large oak, and amphora, they craft wines defined by purity, texture, and balance.
When: Thursday19th February, 7pm
Where: The Shop, Queen Street, Salisbury
What: Discovering a new to us NZ producer
Why: These wines have great potential!
Please select “Event Ticket Purchase – No Delivery” at checkout but remember there are no physical tickets for our events – we operate on a “names on the guest list” system. Event tickets are non-refundable. See above.
Roebuck is definitely up there amonst our favourite ever English sparkling wines and it’s a bonus that this tasting will be hosted by a Frenchman who isn’t ashamed to admit that the Roebuck wines beat many champagnes hands-down!
We’ll taste 5 different wines including two vintages of the delicious rosé and their incredible and sought-after “Rare Expression” which is a real treat.
When: Tuesday 3rd March, 7pm
Where: The Shop, Queen Street, Salisbury
What: A range of some of the best English Sparkling you can get.
Why: Who doesn’t fancy 5 fizz on a Tuesday night??
Please select “Event Ticket Purchase – No Delivery” at checkout but remember there are no physical tickets for our events – we operate on a “names on the guest list” system. Event tickets are non-refundable. See above.
Last year’s ever-popular Around the World in 80 Wines series is back and in this first session we explore our way around the vineyards of France and the huge variety it has to offer.
Each session covers 8 wines, on the last Tuesday of the month.
When: Tuesday 24th February, 7pm
Where: The Shop, Queen Street, Salisbury
What: A range of 8 French wines from the classic to the quirky.
Why: By the end of this series, you’ll have tasted 80 wines!
Please select “Event Ticket Purchase – No Delivery” at checkout but remember there are no physical tickets for our events – we operate on a “names on the guest list” system. Event tickets are non-refundable. See above.
The second in this year’s Around the World in 80 Wines series, we explore the vineyards of Spain, from the light and delicate to the big and beefy.
Each session covers 8 wines, on the last Tuesday of the month.
When: Tuesday 31st March, 7pm
Where: The Shop, Queen Street, Salisbury
What: A range of 8 Spanish wines from all around the country
Why: By the end of this series, you’ll have tasted 80 wines!
Please select “Event Ticket Purchase – No Delivery” at checkout but remember there are no physical tickets for our events – we operate on a “names on the guest list” system. Event tickets are non-refundable. See above.
Session Number 3 in this year’s Around the World in 80 Wines series, Italy has so many different styles of wines from the classic to the very funky and everything inbetween. This tasting will explore a wide range of these from the very north to the bottom of the Italian boot.
Each session covers 8 wines, on the last Tuesday of the month.
When: Tuesday 28th April, 7pm
Where: The Shop, Queen Street, Salisbury
What: A range of 8 Italian wines from all around the country
Why: By the end of this series, you’ll have tasted 80 wines!
Please select “Event Ticket Purchase – No Delivery” at checkout but remember there are no physical tickets for our events – we operate on a “names on the guest list” system. Event tickets are non-refundable. See above.
The fourth in this year’s Around the World in 80 Wines series, we take a little trip around South Africa where there are some incredible wines being made. It’s not all about Pinotage you know. Ever tried a South African Palomino? Nope, probably not!
Each session covers 8 wines, on the last Tuesday of the month.
When: Tuesday 26th May, 7pm
Where: The Shop, Queen Street, Salisbury
What: A range of 8 South African wines from all around the country
Why: By the end of this series, you’ll have tasted 80 wines!
Please select “Event Ticket Purchase – No Delivery” at checkout but remember there are no physical tickets for our events – we operate on a “names on the guest list” system. Event tickets are non-refundable. See above.
Tasting No 5 in this year’s Around the World in 80 Wines series and we’re off to the other side of the world. Australia is vast, as is its range of styles from delicate Western Australian whites to big beasts from the Barossa.
Each session covers 8 wines, on the last Tuesday of the month.
When: Tuesday 30th June, 7pm
Where: The Shop, Queen Street, Salisbury
What: A range of 8 Australian wines from all around the country
Why: By the end of this series, you’ll have tasted 80 wines!
Please select “Event Ticket Purchase – No Delivery” at checkout but remember there are no physical tickets for our events – we operate on a “names on the guest list” system. Event tickets are non-refundable. See above.
A quick hop over from Australia to New Zealand, this tasting covers wines from both islands. Classic Marlborough, quirky Gisborne, Hawke’s Bay, Central Otago. There’s so much to go at!
Each session covers 8 wines, on the last Tuesday of the month.
When: Tuesday 28th July, 7pm
Where: The Shop, Queen Street, Salisbury
What: A range of 8 New Zealand wines from all around the country
Why: By the end of this series, you’ll have tasted 80 wines!
Please select “Event Ticket Purchase – No Delivery” at checkout but remember there are no physical tickets for our events – we operate on a “names on the guest list” system. Event tickets are non-refundable. See above.
A bit of a departure from last year’s Around the World in 80 Wines, this year we’re throwing in a session dedicated to Austria, Germany and Alsace so expect there to be some beautiful aromatic wines in this one. Yum!
Each session covers 8 wines, on the last Tuesday of the month.
When: Tuesday 25th August, 7pm
Where: The Shop, Queen Street, Salisbury
What: A range of 8 cool climate Northern European wines.
Why: By the end of this series, you’ll have tasted 80 wines!
Please select “Event Ticket Purchase – No Delivery” at checkout but remember there are no physical tickets for our events – we operate on a “names on the guest list” system. Event tickets are non-refundable. See above.
Oh, we love Portugual and its quirky grape varieties that you rarely find anywhere else. From dry and spritzy Vinho Verde to the biggest of Ports, there’s a lot to go at.
Each session covers 8 wines, on the last Tuesday of the month.
When: Tuesday 29th September 7pm
Where: The Shop, Queen Street, Salisbury
What: A range of 8 Portuguese delights.
Why: By the end of this series, you’ll have tasted 80 wines!
Please select “Event Ticket Purchase – No Delivery” at checkout but remember there are no physical tickets for our events – we operate on a “names on the guest list” system. Event tickets are non-refundable. See above.
We could almost run 10 sessions on The Americas alone. I mean, where do you even start? California, Argentina, Chile, Uruguay, Oregon??
Each session covers 8 wines, on the last Tuesday of the month.
When: Tuesday 27th October – 7pm
Where: The Shop, Queen Street, Salisbury
What: A range of 8 American wines covering thousands of miles.
Why: By the end of this series, you’ll have tasted 80 wines!
Please select “Event Ticket Purchase – No Delivery” at checkout but remember there are no physical tickets for our events – we operate on a “names on the guest list” system. Event tickets are non-refundable. See above.
We’re very sorry Rest of the World. Maybe another time we might do separate tastings for Greece, Lebanon, Hungary, Crete, the possibilities are endless but for now we’ll cover you all together for a mammoth tasting of completely different styles and grapes.
Each session covers 8 wines, on the last Tuesday of the month.
When: Tuesday 24th November – 7pm
Where: The Shop, Queen Street, Salisbury
What: A range of 8 wines from all sorts of unexpected places.
Why: By the end of this series, you’ll have tasted 80 wines!
Please select “Event Ticket Purchase – No Delivery” at checkout but remember there are no physical tickets for our events – we operate on a “names on the guest list” system. Event tickets are non-refundable. See above.
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