For us, and indeed some of the attendees, it was the best possible appetiser in the run up to what is sure to be one of Ireland’s best wine shows of the year. Last Friday’s New Zealand wine tasting in Dublin, exactly a week before the Good Wine Show, went without a hitch as 50 lively Dubliners got to taste our best New Zealand sellers in our long awaited Dublin launch.

A big thanks to Joyce Austin who put on another unforgettable show, and to Lar Veale at sourgrapes.ie, who “projuiced” the attached video and managed to set up a live feed, so our Twitter and Facebook friends could tune in. Isn’t technology just wonderful!?

Joyce took the audience through an evening of 11 world class wines. Four were served blind to showcase New Zealand’s best rising stars – a richly textured Pinot Gris, two salivating Rieslings and a voluptuous Gewurtztraminer. Outside that we had Sauvignon Blancs, Pinot Noirs and the surprise of the night a show stopping Pinotage.

Our full tasting line up, all of which have 15% off until the end of December (discounted prices below).

Tussock 2008 Sauvignon Blanc (€11.05)
Waipara Springs 2008 Sauvignon Blanc (€12.75)
Greenhough 2008 Sauvignon Blanc (€13.60)
Waipara Springs 2008 Riesling (€11.05)
Muddy Water 2008 James Hardwick Riesling (€15.30)
Bilancia 2007 Reserve Pinot Grigio (€17.00)
Waipara Springs 2007 Chardonnay (€12.75)
Greenhough 2008 Gewurtztraminer (€14.45)
Waipara Springs 2008 Premo Pinot Noir (€17.00)
Greenhough 2006 Pinot Noir (€15.00)
Muddy Water 2006 Pinotage (€17.00)

And on top of our 15% off deal, every case order from now until next Thursday is in the pot to win a mixed selection of 24 glorious New Zealand wines.

See our full New Zealand selection here – also 15% off

We’re hitting the road for Dublin, a year after our first, much lauded public tasting in Cork. As a result of being inundated with requests from our loyal customers in our nation’s great capital, we just had to bring the party north – and believe me, you’re going to love it.

We’re delighted to welcome back Joyce Austin of New Zealand Boutique Wines, all the way from Auckland, to host a seated tasting of New Zealand’s most exciting new wines. Our followers here in Cork will tell you how relaxed, informal and enjoyable our tastings are, and Joyce is sure to work the crowd whilst serving up some of the world’s top Sauvignon Blancs, Pinot Noirs and the rest!

Our last tasting with Joyce was a sell out. Don’t miss it – join us for what promises to be a wonderful night.

Places are limited to 40 people, on a first come, first served basis. Tickets are €15.00.

Date: Friday 6th November 2009 – 7:30 PM

Location: Clarion Hotel Dublin IFSC – Quote Curious Wines and enjoy bed and breakfast at the Clarion for €130 single occupancy or €145 double occupancy.

Ticket Price: €15 – click here to book on-line, call us on 023 884 3898 or email us at curious@curiouswines.ie.

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The Kiwis have a way with wine, that’s for sure. From fresh, grassy, near-tropical Sauvignon Blancs to Pinot Noir packed with fruit, this little island nation of All Blacks fame is a wine-making powerhouse. We’re delighted to welcome back Joyce Austin of New Zealand Boutique Wines, all the way from Auckland, to host a seated tasting of New Zealand’s most exciting new wines.

There’s an intriguing theme at this tasting. We’re showing the wines blind and grouping them in pairs: 2 Sauvignon Blancs, 2 Pinot Gris, 2 Rieslings, 2 Pinot Noirs, plus a few surprises. One wine will be modestly priced, the other more expensive.  Which wine will be the most impressive?  Prepare for lots of fun with the results sure to raise a few eyebrows.

Our last tasting with Joyce was a sell out. Don’t miss it – she’s travelling straight from picking the berries in the 2009 harvest and is brimming with stories. Join us for what promises to be a wonderful night.

Places are limited to 40 people, on a first come, first served basis. Tickets are €15.00.

Date: Friday 5th June 2009 – 7:30 PM

Location: Ambassador Hotel, Military Hill, Cork (Accommodation is available at the special rate of €65 per room – just mention Curious Wines when booking)

Ticket Price: €15 – click here to book online, call us on 023 884 3898 or email us at curious@curiouswines.ie.

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Curious Wines are delighted to welcome Joyce Austin of New Zealand Boutique Wines all the way from Auckland to Cork to host a seated tasting of New Zealand’s most exciting new wines. This is part of a series of special tastings to celebrate the launch of Curious Wines, and our New Zealand night promises a lively start.

These wines are fresh off the boat and we’re showing New Zealand in its many glories with ten wines featuring Sauvignon Blanc, Riesling, Pinot Gris, Gewurtztraminer, Viognier, Chardonnay, Syrah and the much hallowed Pinot Noir. There’ll even be some special prices, exclusive to attendees on the night, to celebrate this new range at Curious Wines.

Join us for what promises to be a wonderful tasting. Places are limited to just 30 people, on a first come, first served basis.

Date: Thursday, 27 November 2008 – 7:30 PM
Location: Jury’s Hotel, Western Road, Cork [Map]
Ticket Price: SORRY, we’re SOLD OUT! (But keep an eye out in December for news of January tastings!)

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