... for its consistent output of premium Pinot Noir, Syrah, Pinot Gris and Sauvignon Blanc.
Yes, this is Martinborough, New
Zealand, where our Blue Rock vineyard with it's lime based soils and unique
elevated position, produces wines of finesse and character; the three Pinot
Noirs exhibit many similarities with the best of Burgundy, whilst the Syrah
compares well with wines from the Northern Rhone.
We believe premium
grapes make premium wines, and all we do is
focussed on making the very best from what nature gives us to
Upcoming Events:
Murdoch James Estate in conjunction with Feast and Vine is proud to be
involved in the prestigous Wellington
on a Plate Festival 2010.
Secure your space now, click here
for your preview and to book on line. Spaces are limited. Every event a feast for the senses!
All events listed below will be serving wines from Murdoch James Estate
WairarapaWineCave Lunch at Murdoch James Martinborough Estate Winery
An exclusive wine match lunch will be served in the
cellar cave at Murdoch James Estate Winery in Martinborough, Wairarapa. After
CBD shuttle pick up you will be delivered to the winery where owner, Roger
Fraser, will greet you and guide you on a grape to glass tour of the winery and
cellar cave. Guests will be served a locally sourced four course lunch designed
by talented in-house chef, Jerry Dolan, and exquisitely matched with four carefully
selected wines. Recipes from Jerry's personal files from which your lunch has
been designed along with Feast & Vine tasting notes are yours to take home.
10% discount against wine purchases for this day only.
When: Saturday, August 14th. Time: Pick up at 11:30 am and return by 4 pm. Where: Shuttle pick up in front of the Intercontinental Hotel, 2 Grey St, for
transport to and from the Wairarapa. Price: $125.00 per
person Special Note:
This venue is limited to 18 guests.
Hosted in the grandeur of the von Kohorn room at the
Museum of Wellington, this event brings together award winning LOT EIGHT olive
oils from Martinborough, breads from Wellington's artisan baker Pandoro, and
the expertise of local wine maker Carl Fraser of Murdoch James Estate winery in
Martinborough. Sip Murdoch James' Pinot Gris, Pinot Noir and Chardonnay while
you enjoy an afternoon of comparing artisan flavours and tastes with Feast and
Vine, keepsake tasting notes provided.
When: Saturday, August 14th. Time: 3 sessions offered: 3:30 pm, 5:30 pm and 7:30 pm Where: Museum of Wellington, QueensWharf
Price: $30.00 per person
Join Tranz Scenic and Feast
& Vine and travel to the Wairarapa by train. Experience wine and food
pairing at Cornucopia Cafe and Olivo Olive Oil ending with a 3-course wine
matched lunch in the vines at the Murdoch James Estate's Bloom restaurant, as
specially designed by chef Jerry Dolan. With expert guiding from local chefs,
olive growers, and Murdoch James wine maker Carl Fraser at each stop, enjoy a
special glass of wine and learn about wine and food pairing along the way.
Keepsake tasting notes and chef recipes from the day are all a part of this
amazing day.
Train transportation to the Wairarapa and coaches between venues all included.
10% discount against wine purchases for this day only.
When:Sunday, August 15th Time: Train departs Wellington station 9:55
am. Featherston 5:30 train return to Wellington
with arrival by 6:25 pm. Where:Wellington Railway Station, Bunny St., Wellington Price: $175.00
Board a London
double decker bus for a trip to a mystery location. Enter a world of old Hollywood glamour as Feast & Vine combines fine
Wairarapa wines with horsd'oeuvers and a comedy skit that will leave you
wishing all wine and food experiences were just like this! Guests have a chance
to mingle and view vintage Hollywood
memorabilia. Wine/Food tasting notes a memento of the evening.
When: Thursday, August 19th and Friday, August 20th. Time: 6 pm pick up, 8 pm return
Where: Double-decker bus pick up in front of the
Intercontinental Hotel, 2 Grey St.
Price: $135.00 per person - Adults only
WAIRARAPA IN A
GLASS - Fine wine deserves good food:
educating your palate has never been so much fun or interactive in this ultimate
showcase for Wairarapa’s top wines.
PINOT
SPEED-DATING - Meet your perfect Pinot match - Whether you’re
looking for a hot steamy fling, or a romantic relationship, Martinborough
Pinot’s are putting themselves on the line for the perfect love affair.
WHEN: Saturday 28
August 2010, Brackenridge, Martinborough 7pm -
10pm
