A long table among the vines
A private harvest lunch with the winemaker, paired with current and museum releases.
- Duration
- Afternoon
- When to go
- Jan–Apr
- Where
- Marlborough
- In your journey
- Optional extra
The experience
A table set in the vines, the winemaker as host and dishes from the estate garden. At harvest, you may walk the rows before lunch.
Specialist's note
“Ask for this one early. A winemaker can only give up a harvest afternoon a few times each season.”
Who it suits
Wine lovers; children welcome with notice
Practical notes
- Non-alcoholic pairing available
- Quoted separately unless included
Arranged privately, within a journey designed for you.
How it unfolds
The shape of the day
Timings are a guide. Your specialist confirms them with the operator once your dates are set.
- 01
Midday
Into the vines
A walk through the vineyard with the winemaker, during harvest if your dates allow.
- 02
Afternoon
The long table
Lunch set among the rows, each course paired with current releases.
- 03
Late afternoon
From the library
Older vintages opened from the winery's own library, rarely poured for visitors.
The setting
Marlborough
Sauvignon country and sheltered sounds.
Best months: Jan – Apr · Suggested stay: 2–3 nights
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