Wines of the South Island Paired Lunch Experience

Overview

Available languages

English

6 hours

Mobile ticket

Explore the renowned wine region of Marlborough on this leisurely tour, where you'll indulge in a variety of exquisite wines paired with a curated lunch. Start your day with visits to two exclusive tasting rooms, sampling vibrant Sauvignon Blancs and refined Pinot Noirs while learning about the local wine heritage from your expert guide, Bruce Thomas, co-founder of Greystone Wines. Enjoy a delightful chef-prepared lunch at Fidelio Café & Wine Bar, featuring seasonal dishes paired with wines from Marlborough and other iconic South Island regions. Conclude your day with a sweet treat at Makana Confections, known for its artisanal chocolates.

- Discover Marlborough’s acclaimed wineries with guided tastings

- Enjoy a curated multi-course lunch paired with premium wines

- Learn from Bruce Thomas, a seasoned winemaker and industry expert

- Visit Makana Confections for a delightful chocolate experience

Additional Info

Service animals allowed

Public transportation options are available nearby

Not recommended for pregnant travelers

Suitable for all physical fitness levels

Cancellation Policy

For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.

What‘s Included

Tasting of award winning wines at two of our leading Cellar Doors in Marlborough, NZ at two

Specially matched food and wine presented to showcase regional differences in the wines of the South Island of New Zealand.

Additional snacks you may choose to purchase yourself.

Meeting and Pickup

Pickup points

St Leonards Vineyard Cottages

18 St Leonards Road, Springlands, Blenheim Blenheim New Zealand

We collect from all accommodations in Blenheim. Minimum booking is 2 passengers. We will pick you up with the van that has a company name JADE TOURS.

What To Expect

Lawson’s Dry Hills

Entry to their Cellar Door; tasting of Artisan wines

45 minutes • Admission Included

At Fidelio you will taste 2 examples of 3 wines from the South Island of New Zealand, which have been selected by the chef to match each course of your delicious lunch while also showing differences in the wines from their terroir and wine making practices. A typical tasting would include Sauvignon Blanc, Chardonnay and Pinot Noir, with examples from each of Marlborough, North Canterbury and Central Otago, all matched with each of the dishes from your 3 cousre course lunch.

2 hours • Admission Included