11:30 am - 12:20 pm

Steeped in tradition, crafted in excellence. Méthode Marlborough is a collaboration of Marlborough wine producers dedicated to creating world-class Méthode Traditionnelle sparkling wines using the ‘traditional method’ for wines produced outside of the French Champagne region.

In this 50-minute masterclass, you will gain an exclusive insight led by Marlborough’s finest sparkling winemakers into the centuries-old process of creating these exceptional wines. You will be taken through a step-by-step process of how these wines naturally turn from still to sparking whilst sampling a variety of Marlborough’s best sparkling wines.

12:30 pm - 1:20 pm

Discover distinctive wines and unique flavours from the Awatere Valley and South Marlborough. Known for its cool, high-sunshine climate, low rainfall, and free-draining soil, the Awatere Valley is the most geographically unique sub-region of Marlborough and produces vividly aromatic wines gaining international acclaim.

In this 50-minute session, you will taste six curated wines and a bite-sized selection of sustainably sourced meats and seasonal produce, thoughtfully paired with wines from South Marlborough. You will also meet a local farming family and discover stories from the Middlehurst farm station nestled in the magnificent high country. Whether you're a wine enthusiast or food lover, you’ll gain valuable insights into the subregion’s offerings.

1:30 pm - 2:20 pm

Discover the art and innovation behind Marlborough’s low and no-alcohol wines in this immersive masterclass.

As there is an increasing awareness and focus on healthy lifestyles, the consumption, volume and frequency of alcohol are changing. This has created a statistically relevant category, the low and no alcohol wine movement. In this 50-minute session, you will taste six wines whilst gaining insight into the production methods and learn from expert winemakers in this hands-on tasting.

2:30 pm - 3:20 pm

A tasting not to be missed by curious white wine or cheese lovers! We’ll explore the distinct characteristics of each varietal while sampling six thoughtfully selected wines alongside a tasting plate of complementary cheeses. Join us for an informative look at Marlborough’s evolving white wine landscape paired with local cheese!

In this 50-minute masterclass, taste a selection of emerging white varietals from Marlborough, including the likes of Albariño, Chenin Blanc, Viognier, and other grape varieties that have thrived in other regions around the world. Discover how these unique and lesser-known wines are successfully grown in Marlborough, and how to pair perfectly with artisanal cheeses from our region.