Gourmet New Zealand Wine Dinner in Tokyo
Enjoy five varieties of Kiwi Wines paired with a New Zealand-style menu at a very sophisticated venue
Highlights
Have a delightful New Zealand meal
Enjoy a selection of fine Kiwi Wines
Chat with a professional sommelier and learn about the varieties of New Zealand
Watch a presentation about the distinctive wines of New Zealand
Experience Details
Enjoy premium New Zealand wines from the country’s pioneering winemakers and growers at the New Zealand Wine Dinner, which will be hosted by the Tokyo American Club on January 29, 2021. Spy Valley wines, which have been named among “the planet’s 20 most notable new producers,” will be introduced at the dinner. Their modern fully integrated winemaking facility and their passion for excellence guarantee that they consistently produce globally acclaimed award winning wines.
MENU
APERITIF: Bread and whipped butter.
Wine: Spy Valley 100% Chardonnay 2016
Awards: Silver Medal – 2017 Air New Zealand Wine
AMUSE : Green Lip Mussel Chili Remoulade Micro Herbs
Wine: Spy Valley 100% Sauvignon Blanc, 2019
Awards: 2019 International Wine Challenge 91 Points – 2019 James Suckling
STARTER: Roasted Kumara Salad Arugula, crispy cured ham, radishes, lemon thyme honey vinaigrette.
Wine: Spy Valley 100% Pinot Noir 2018
Awards: 90 Points 2017 Bob Campbell MW 4 Stars – 2018 Cuisine Magazine 4.5 *
MAIN: Wine Braised Beef Cheek Parsnip mousseline, Cresson salad
Wine: Spy Valley Merlot 2013, Merlot 84% Malbec 16%
Awards: Silver Medal – 2018 Royal Easter Show Wine Awards
DESSERT : Pavlova Fresh Strawberry, Kiwi, Yuzu Accent
Wine: Spy Valley Sparkling NZ, Chardonnay & Pinot Noir
Awards: *4 Stars -Michael Cooper’s Buyer’s Guide 2013 *
COFFEE or TEA
ABOUT THE SOMMELIER
Frédéric Cayuela is a wine educator in Japan. He was born in the Roussillon wine region in southern France. He has worked as a wine advisor for the Château Nadal Hainaut in France and as a wine merchant and consultant in Taiwan and Singapore.
As a wine ambassador in Japan, Frédéric shares his expertise on the wine from the Roussillon wine region as well as his knowledge about wine from various regions in France and abroad.
SCHEDULE - Saturday, Dec. 19
6:15PM - Welcome guests & aperitif
6:30-7PM - NZ wine presentation
7-9:30PM - Dinner time
9:45PM - End
10PM - Doors close
What You Get
Good To Know
- To reduce the spread of Covid-19, we will provide hand sanitizer and promote air circulation. We also encourage guests to wear masks.
- Please note that the legal drinking age in Japan is 20 years old.
Meeting Point and Meeting Time
This New Zealand Wine dinner takes place at Tokyo American Club
Cancellation Policy
Cancel your booking at least 48 hours before the experience start time to receive a full refund minus a 3.2% transaction fee.
Experience Location
Chiyoda Ward is located in central Tokyo. Major attractions in Chiyoda include HIbiya Park, the National Museum of Modern Art, the Imperial Palace, and the otaku haven Akihabara. Government buildings are also located here, such as the Supreme Court and National Diet. The iconic red-brick Tokyo Station is also located here, and beneath it you can find Tokyo Ramen Street.
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