D&N's Whānau Mini-Fair

Whānau Mini-Fair

Inviting you to sip, savor and socialise with fellow wine lovers!

If meeting the makers, discovering their crafts and listening to their stories sounds like a good idea to you, then come join us this September for our Whānau Mini-Fair portfolio tasting and meet the people behind the kiwi labels that make up our D&N Whānau, including:
  • Hawkshead
  • 144 Islands
  • Easthope Family Winegrowers
  • Folium
  • Grasshopper Rock
  • Poppies
TRADE CUSTOMERS ONLY
Doors open: 12:30 - 4:30pm
Free Entry & nibbles provided
RSVP required - please email Francis with the names and numbers of people attending (francis@dnfinewine.com)

Meet the Maker - Poppies Winter Dinner

Meet the Maker - A Winter Dinner with Poppies Martinborough

Join us at Waiheke's The Oyster Inn for an exclusive dinner with Poppies Martinborough and embark on a culinary journey guided by Josh Emett and acclaimed winemaker Poppy Hammond as you feast on a 4-course menu by Head Chef Valentina Adornato, that harmoniously combines the finest season ingredients with Poppies' exceptional wines.

This is your exclusive opportunity to try these exceptional wines outside of their Martinborough cellar door.

Prepare to be mesmerised as each course unfolds, revealing a symphony of flavours designed to perfectly complement the unique characteristics of each wine. Josh and Poppy will guide you through each course, sharing insights into the thoughtfully chosen wines that match with each course.

Menu

  • Te Matuku oyster roll, house made brioche, harissa mayo, pickle courgettes
    Market fish ceviche, coconut cream, grapes, chili oil, parsnip crisp
  • North Island Scampi ravioli, lobster bisque, chili, basil
  • John dory, bouillabaisse, roasted fennel bulb, cockles, Coromandel mussels
  • Mascarpone cheesecake, persimmon, honeycomb

Whether you are a seasoned wine connoisseur or a curious enthusiast, our exclusive wine dinner with winemaker Poppy Hammond promises to deliver some of New Zealand’s best wines and an experience to remember.