Crushed Grapes: A Wine Dinner Series at Esther, QT Auckland

Join Chef Sean Connolly and New Zealand’s boldest winemakers for Crushed Grapes, a dinner series where Mediterranean flavours meet limited-release wines, mystery pours, and untold stories.

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28.4.2025

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QT Auckland's Esther restaurant is reimagining the wine dinner experience with Crushed Grapes – a new series where the Mediterranean’s fresh flavours meet New Zealand’s finest boutique wines. Guests will be treated to a unique 3-course menu by Creative Director of Food & Beverage Sean Connolly and Executive Chef James Laird, perfectly paired with wines from top boutique winemakers like Bilancia, Radburnd, and Hans Herzog.

The series kicks off on May 15 with Lorraine Leheny and Warren Gibson of Bilancia, showcasing their exceptional Hawke’s Bay wines alongside an Italian-inspired feast. Following events on July 17 and September 18 will feature exclusive truffle pairings and Mediterranean-inspired dishes.

Each evening also offers a fun challenge with a ‘guess the glass’ game, where guests can win a $50 Esther voucher. Priced from $129 per person, the evening includes a 3-course menu, wine pairings, and a welcome glass on arrival.

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Upcoming Dates:

May 15 - Bilancia
July 17 - Radburnd Cellars
September 18 - Hans Herzog

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The Wine Dinner Experience Includes:

Three-course menu crafted by Chef Sean Connolly
Welcome glass of wine on arrival
Chef and winemaker-selected wine pairings with each course
Keepsake postcard featuring the evening’s food and wine pairings to recreate at home

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