Vintage Billecart 'Wines of Distinction' Series: Wellington Tasting
As part of our Vintage Billecart 'Wines of Distinction' Series, join us for a once in a lifetime lineup tasting experience of our rarest vintage Champagnes from Maison Billecart-Salmon, including their icon Rosé on arrival.
Prepare for an afternoon of culinary and vinous wonders as we present a phenomenal selection of vintage champagnes, including more recent vintages of the revered "Champagne of the Millennium" and their top cuvée, Le Clos Saint Hilaire.
Indulge in an exclusive tasting which will offer you a sensory thrill through the cellars of one of the top-rated Champagne Houses.
Tasting Journey:
On Arrival:
- NV Billecart-Salmon Brut Rosé (RRP $160)
First Flight:
- 2013 Billecart-Salmon Vintage (RRP $210)
- 2009 Billecart-Salmon Cuvee Louis Salmon Brut Blanc de Blancs (RRP $400)
Second Flight:
- NV Billecart Les Rendez-Vous No. 3 (RRP $175)
- 2009 Billecart Cuvée Elisabeth Salmon Brut Rosé (RRP $415)
Third Flight:
- 2005 Billecart-Salmon Le Clos Saint-Hilaire (RRP $1,190)
- 2006 Billecart-Salmon Le Clos Saint-Hilaire (RRP $1,113)
- 2008 Billecart Cuvée Nicolas François Brut (RRP $400)
Maison Billecart-Salmon
Situated in the Champagne heartland of Mareuil-sur-Aÿ, near Epernay, Billecart-Salmon has been under family ownership and management since its founding in 1818. It is a family-run winery with a majority share owned by the Billecart family and a minority holding is held by the Frey group, itself a family-owned business – they are owners of Château La Lagune in Bordeaux, Paul Jaboulet Ainé in the Rhône, and Château Corton C in Burgundy.
The Billecart family still lives on site and there remains a strong sense of long-visioned family continuity at play. Today there’s the seventh generation Mathieu Roland-Billecart overseeing everyday business as CEO, working closely with Antoine and François.
Champagne of the Millennium
On 12 June 1999, a jury of international experts came together to judge which champagne would be awarded the grand title of “Champagne of the Millennium” following a blind tasting.
Among the 150 champagnes in competition were the two Billecart-Salmon vintages, the Nicolas François Brut 1959 and the Nicolas François Brut 1961. When the results were announced, these two vintages took both first and second place
In his book The Great Tasting, Richard Juhlin wrote of the winner: "The perfect champagne, 1959 Billecart-Salmon, had everything one would expect of a luxury champagne, but in a seldom seen concentration and simultaneously with harmonious balance. A totally perfect champagne in its category, with a smoky, honey-smooth extremely long taste of walnut, orange blossom and chocolate. All who ever get to drink this fabulous wine just have to love the pleasure it grants. When you study the end results it is striking to see how obvious the victory was."
It was awarded a final mark of 98.5 out of 100.
You can read more about Billecart-Salmon here & about Vintage Billecart-Salmon here.
Rosella
Rosella is a casual neighborhood restaurant & wine bar that takes its inspiration from flavours across the Mediterranean, North Africa & the Middle East.
- Date: Tuesday, 25th June, 2024
- Time: 06:00pm
- Location: Rosella
- Cost: $295 per person (incl. GST) subject to change
Tickets to the series tasting are strictly limited. Book today to reserve your place today to embark on this exclusive journey through the finest Billecart-Salmon vintage Champagnes.
If you have any questions or want to find out more, please contact us at puneet@dnfinewine.com or 09 357 0493.
Vintage Billecart 'Wines of Distinction' Series: Auckland Tasting
As part of our Vintage Billecart 'Wines of Distinction' Series, join us for a once in a lifetime lineup tasting experience of our rarest vintage Champagnes from Maison Billecart-Salmon, including their icon Rosé on arrival.
Get ready for an evening of culinary and vinous wonders as we present a phenomenal selection of vintage champagnes from Billecart-Salmon, including two 'recent' vintages of their top cuvée, the revered "Champagne of the Millennium", Le Clos Saint Hilaire.
Join us and indulge in an exclusive evening tasting through the cellar of one of the top-rated Champagne House's cellar. With each vintage paired to perfection with deliciously prepared canapes from Non-Solo Pizza, it's an evening of sensory thrills not to be missed.
Tasting Journey:
- On Arrival
- Billecart-Salmon Brut Rosé NV RRP $161
- First Flight
- Billecart-Salmon 2013 Vintage RRP $210
Comte Millesime Toastie - Les Rendez-Vous No. 3 NV RRP $175
Foie Gras Profiterole
- Second Flight
- Cuvée 'Louis Salmon' Brut Blanc de Blancs 2009 RRP $364
Baked Scallop Mornay in the shell - Cuvée 'Elisabeth Salmon' Brut Rosé 2009 RRP $415
Tomato Tartare, Almond Cracker & Thyme
- Third Flight
- Cuvée 'Nicolas François' Brut 2008 RRP $399
Fried Chicken, Waffle & Caviar - Le Clos Saint-Hilaire 2005 RRP $1,190
Roasted Fig, San Daniele & Parmesan - Le Clos Saint-Hilaire 2006 RRP $1,113
Lobster Roll, Soft Brioche & Chives
Tickets to the series tasting are strictly limited. Book today to reserve your place today to embark on this exclusive journey through the finest Billecart-Salmon vintage Champagnes.
Maison Billecart-Salmon
Situated in the Champagne heartland of Mareuil-sur-Aÿ, near Epernay, Billecart-Salmon has been under family ownership and management since its founding in 1818. It is a family-run winery with a majority share owned by the Billecart family and a minority holding is held by the Frey group, itself a family-owned business – they are owners of Château La Lagune in Bordeaux, Paul Jaboulet Ainé in the Rhône, and Château Corton C in Burgundy.
The Billecart family still lives on site and there remains a strong sense of long-visioned family continuity at play. Today there’s the seventh generation Mathieu Roland-Billecart overseeing everyday business as CEO, working closely with Antoine and François.
Champagne of the Millennium
On 12 June 1999, a jury of international experts came together to judge which champagne would be awarded the grand title of “Champagne of the Millennium” following a blind tasting.
Among the 150 champagnes in competition were the two Billecart-Salmon vintages, the Nicolas François Brut 1959 and the Nicolas François Brut 1961. When the results were announced, these two vintages took both first and second place
In his book The Great Tasting, Richard Juhlin wrote of the winner: "The perfect champagne, 1959 Billecart-Salmon, had everything one would expect of a luxury champagne, but in a seldom seen concentration and simultaneously with harmonious balance. A totally perfect champagne in its category, with a smoky, honey-smooth extremely long taste of walnut, orange blossom and chocolate. All who ever get to drink this fabulous wine just have to love the pleasure it grants. When you study the end results it is striking to see how obvious the victory was."
It was awarded a final mark of 98.5 out of 100.
You can read more about Billecart-Salmon here & about Vintage Billecart-Salmon here.
Non Solo Pizza
Situated in the heart of Parnell, Non Solo is an Auckland institution known for serving up some of the best authentic Italian cuisine this side of Milan. Newly refurbished and with a beautiful garden bar, it's a beautiful location to enjoy these rare champagnes.
- Date: Thursday, 16th May, 2024
- Time: 06:00pm
- Location: Non Solo Pizza
- Cost: $295 per person (incl. GST) subject to change
If you have any questions or want to find out more, please contact us at puneet@dnfinewine.com or 09 357 0493.
Vintage Billecart 'Wines of Distinction' Series: Queenstown Dinner
Join us for a three course degustation of our rarest vintage Champagnes from Maison Billecart-Salmon, paired with the exceptional dishes created by the world renowned Eichardt's culinary team.
Prepare for an evening of culinary and vinous wonders as we present a meticulously crafted three-course meal thoughtfully paired with a selection of phenomenal vintage champagnes. Delight in the harmonious marriage of flavours, where each dish is artfully designed to complement the unique characteristics of these prestigious champagnes.
Indulge in an exclusive tasting which will offer you a sensory thrill through the cellars of one of the top-rated Champagne Houses.
Tasting Journey Includes:
- Billecart-Salmon 2013 Vintage RRP $210
- Cuvée Louis Salmon Brut Blanc de Blancs 2009 RRP $364
- Cuvée Elisabeth Salmon Brut Rosé 2009 RRP $415
- Cuvée Nicolas François Brut 2008 RRP $399
Tickets to the dinner are strictly limited. Book today to reserve your place today to embark on this exclusive journey through the finest Billecart-Salmon vintage Champagnes.
Maison Billecart-Salmon
Situated in the Champagne heartland of Mareuil-sur-Aÿ, near Epernay, Billecart-Salmon has been under family ownership and management since its founding in 1818. It is a family-run winery with a majority share owned by the Billecart family and a minority holding is held by the Frey group, itself a family-owned business – they are owners of Château La Lagune in Bordeaux, Paul Jaboulet Ainé in the Rhône, and Château Corton C in Burgundy.
The Billecart family still lives on site and there remains a strong sense of long-visioned family continuity at play. Today there’s the seventh generation Mathieu Roland-Billecart overseeing everyday business as CEO, working closely with Antoine and François.
Champagne of the Millennium
On 12 June 1999, a jury of international experts came together to judge which champagne would be awarded the grand title of “Champagne of the Millennium” following a blind tasting.
Among the 150 champagnes in competition were the two Billecart-Salmon vintages, the Nicolas François Brut 1959 and the Nicolas François Brut 1961. When the results were announced, these two vintages took both first and second place
In his book The Great Tasting, Richard Juhlin wrote of the winner: "The perfect champagne, 1959 Billecart-Salmon, had everything one would expect of a luxury champagne, but in a seldom seen concentration and simultaneously with harmonious balance. A totally perfect champagne in its category, with a smoky, honey-smooth extremely long taste of walnut, orange blossom and chocolate. All who ever get to drink this fabulous wine just have to love the pleasure it grants. When you study the end results it is striking to see how obvious the victory was."
It was awarded a final mark of 98.5 out of 100.
You can read more about Billecart-Salmon here & about Vintage Billecart-Salmon here.
Eichardt's Hotel
Guided by the experienced hand of Chef Sylvester Nair (previously of Hippopotamus in Wellington), dining at Eichardt’s offers the opportunity to savour local and seasonal flavours within a range of elegant settings.
For the dinner, Eichardt's can offer the following special rates – which much be booked directly with the hotel or via Dhall & Nash.
These special rates will not be available or advertised elsewhere.
- The Penthouse – NZ$11,500 per night for one night or NZ$9,000 per night, for two or more nights.
- Lake View Suite – NZ$2,450 per night for one night or NZ$2,150 per night, for two or more nights.
- Heritage Suite – NZ$2,200 per night of one night or NZ$1,950 per night, for two or more nights.
Rates are based on occupancy of two persons per suite and include our standard signature inclusions of daily a la carte breakfast, nightly pre-dinner drink and canapés, $50 per person dining credit, for food only that can be used when dining in any of our three venues (The Grille, Eichardt’s Bar or No5) and valet carparking.
- Date: Friday, 10th May, 2024
- Time: 06:30pm
- Location: Eichardt's Private Hotel
- Cost: $395 per person (incl. GST)
- Dress Code: Formal Attire
If you have any questions or want to find out more, please contact us at puneet@dnfinewine.com or 09 357 0493.
Waiheke Island Resort Dinner
Join us at the Waiheke Island Resort for a wonderful, wine-matched four-course meal.
Set in a tranquil hillside location above Palm Beach, you will enjoy stunning ocean views alongside your carefully curated meal with expert wine matches.
First Course
Fresh oysters, truffle marscarpone and salmon caviar
Paired with Hawkshead Central Otago Pinot Blanc
Second Course
Kingfish Aguachile on Nori seaweed/rice paper crackers
Paired with Mont’Albano Bardolino Chiaretto Organic Rosé
Third Course
Lamb rack with Hawke’sBay Natural pistachio mint crust, pear chutney and Mediterranean cous cous
Paired with Collaboration Wines ‘Ceresia’ Hawke‘s Bay Cabernet Franc
Fourth Course
Hawaiian baked green tea, roasted mango pineapple
Paired with Domaine des Pothiers Biodynamic ‘Eclipse’ Methode Rosé
RSVP to jj@dnfinewine.com 0212932479
New Zealand Wine Icons: Dinner at Otahuna Lodge (Christchurch)
Join us for an extraordinary celebration of New Zealand's wine icons with provenance, where each sip tells a story!
They say aging is inevitable so why not do it gracefully. Well, the same can be said for wine. Lucky us (and now you), we've just secured an almost unbelievable array of vintage NZ wine icons. The likes of Felton Road, Dry River, Stonyridge, and Te Mata. There simply won't be another opportunity to try these wines - let alone side by side matched with food. Enter.. The NZ Wine Icon Dinner in Christchurch!
Executive Chef Jimmy McIntyre will be focusing on autumnal favourites for the evening’s menu, while Puneet Dhall--CEO of Dhall & Nash Fine Wines--will be on hand to showcase this curated lineup of vintages from the Dhall & Nash Cellar. Puneet will also share tips on growing your collection and how storing wines perfectly can add value and depth to your own cellar.
This event is an ode to New Zealand's winemaking heritage, a celebration of how storing perfect wines perfectly can add value (and depth) to the wine, and a testament to the timeless allure of exceptional wines.
Tasting Journey: The NZ Wine Icon Dinner is a four course meal curated to match the special wines we've chosen for you
- 2018 De La Terre Blanc de Blancs Methode Traditionelle
- 2013 Felton Road Bannockburn Pinot Noir
- 2013 Dry River Pinot Noir
- 2009 Te Mata Coleraine
- 2009 Stonyridge Larose
- 2022 Folium Late Harvest Sauvignon Blanc
Tickets to the dinner are limited to 14 people only. To book your seat, you can contact Otahuna lodge here.
Bookings are available at this time exclusively to overnight guests at $2995 including 2 seats at the communal table in the Otahuna Dining Room with double occupancy accommodation* on 12 April and breakfast the following morning ($2495.00 for single occupancy). Individual tickets without an accompanying overnight stay will be available from 13 March at $500 per person if still available.
*For those who act fast, the first two bookings enjoy the option of a complimentary upgrade to a Master Suite. Additional consecutive nights may be booked at the same rate inclusive of pre-dinner drinks, 4-course dinner with matched New Zealand wines, breakfast, Wi-Fi, laundry service and GST.
If you have any questions or want to find out more about storing wine with us, please contact us at puneet@dnfinewine.com or 09 357 0493.
Our Top Picks: The Best of Bordeaux | 2020 Vintage
Embark on a journey through the prestigious world of Bordeaux wines in our exclusive tasting of the finest wines to come out of the 2020 Vintage! Discover the rich history of Bordeaux, the artistry behind these acclaimed wines, and hear first-hand tales of the Chateaux behind the wines. The tasting, led by "Mr. Bordeaux" himself, Puneet Dhall, will guide you through the secrets that make Bordeaux wines legendary, and enrich your knowledge of the region itself. Whether you're a novice or an enthusiast, join us for an unforgettable exploration of Bordeaux's finest wines, unlocking the essence of this iconic region sip by sip.
Join us to learn about the 2020 Vintage in Bordeaux and take the opportunity to taste through the following wines:
Tasting Journey:
- Château Brane-Cantenac Blanc Margaux
- Château Smith Haut Lafitte Blanc AOC Graves Cru Classé
- Château Talbot AOC Saint Julien Fourth Growth
- Château Haut-Bailly AOC Graves Cru Classé
- Château Margaux AOC Margaux First Growth
- Château Haut Brion AOC Graves First Growth
- Château La Conseillante AOC Pomerol Exceptional Growth
- Château Figeac Premier Grand Cru Classé B
- Château d'Yquem AOC Sauternes 1er Cru Supérieur
Do not miss the opportunity to try nine of the world's top wines side-by-side in perfect state, in a perfect environment. Tickets to the Masterclass are limited to 15 people only, you can secure your spot by contacting puneet@dnfinewine.com.
If you have any questions about the event, please contact us at ana@dnfinewine.com or 09 357 0493.
Stop & Smell the Rosés at Paname Social
Paname Social in association with Dhall & Nash Fine Wines are extremely excited to usher in the spring season at this rosé-filled vinous evening.
We invite you to join us at Paname Social on Thursday, 28th of September, to enjoy these blushing beauties alongside a specially curated, shared-style menu designed to make everything sing together!
Paname (puh-nam) is what Parisians lovingly call the city of Paris.The origin of the word Paname traces back to Panama and its famous hats, which were popular amongst Parisians in France in the early 1900s.
At Paname Social, they aim to showcase European flavours and hospitality at its best.
Appetizer:
Asparagus choux, black sesame
Domaine des Pothiers Eclipse Methode Ancestrale (Loire Valley, France)
Starters:
Artisan French charcuterie, Duck Liver Crème Brulée, Selection of artisan Bread and truffled butter
Château Gassier Esprit IGP Méditerranée Rosé (South of France)
Mains:
Pan Fried Snapper, clams, tomato, roasted fennel, pine nuts
Roasted Beetroot salad, Camembert pané, Candied walnut, Balsamic dressing
Château Gassier Le Pas du Moine Rosé (Provence, France)
Château Gassier Cuvée 946 Rosé (Provence, France)
Dessert:
Tarte Tatin, berry and Monbazillac sorbet
Paul Jaboulet Aîné Muscat Le Chant des Griolles (Rhône Valley, France)
For an extra $29: Champagne Billecart-Salmon Brut Rosé
Sommelier's Dinner - Jean-Luc Chapel from Paul Jaboulet Aîné
Taste the Volcano: A Frank Cornelissen Dinner @ The Grove
Are you ready to turn up the heat? Join us at The Grove this November, where we'll be sipping some of the most sought after luminary wines from the volcanic faces of Mount Etna in Sicily, in the finest degustation dining room in New Zealand. It's fire meets fire.
Six of Frank Cornelissen's wines will be expertly paired with a dish from the talented team at The Grove (menu to be confirmed).
Wine list:
- 2020 Frank Cornelissen MunJebel Bianco (Carricante / Grecanico Dorato)
- 2022 Frank Cornelissen Susucaru Rosato (Cattaratto / Malvasia / Moscadella / Nerello Mascalese)
- 2019 Frank Cornelissen MunJebel Rosso (Nerello Mascalese)
- 2019 Frank Cornelissen MunJebel Rosso CR Contrada Campo Re (Nerello Mascalese)
- 2019 Frank Cornelissen MunJebel Rosso MC Monte Colla (Nerello Mascalese)
- 2019 Frank Cornelissen MunJebel Rosso VA Cuvée Vigne Alte (Nerello Mascalese)
To reserve your seat/table for this special evening, you can contact your account manager, or reserve directly through The Grove here.
Seats are $345 inc GST per person.
'Once in a lifetime' Exclusive Dinner with Guest - Ferréol Dufou of Château Troplong Mondot, 1st Grand Cru Classé Saint-Émilion
This dinner held at Auckland's Paris Butter restaurant aims to accomplish two significant goals: bringing together the fine wine community and providing an exceptional dining experience.
This exclusive event will serve as a platform for wine enthusiasts, connoisseurs, and industry professionals to come together in a convivial setting and engage with Troplong Mondot's esteemed representative, Férreol Du Fou.
As attendees savor a top-notch dining experience meticulously curated by Paris Butter, they will have the opportunity to interact with Férreol Du Fou, exchanging insights and knowledge about the world of fine wines. By uniting wine enthusiasts and providing a top-tier dining experience, this event at Paris Butter fosters a vibrant and collaborative atmosphere, further enriching the appreciation and enjoyment of fine wines among all attendees.
Tasting:
- TROPLONG MONDOT 2009
- TROPLONG MONDOT 2015
- TROPLONG MONDOT 2017
- TROPLONG MONDOT 2002
- MONDOT 2018 MAGNUM