Join us for an evening of intrigue as we sip from the vines of the Hawke’s Bay region. Chef Sean Connolly delivers flavours of the Mediterranean to the table as we decanter tales of Bilancia with winemaker Lorraine Leheny.
A boutique vineyard founded in 1997, the name itself—Bilancia (be-larn-cha)—means balance, equilibrium and harmony in Italian, something that is carried through all aspects of the winemaking.
An evening that celebrates Bilancia’s premium varietals of Chardonnay and Syrah, paired with Esther favourites. Begin with a round of Guess the Glass —identify the year and grape varietal of your wine and claim a $50 Esther Restaurant voucher for your next culinary adventure.
Throughout the evening, wine and dine on dishes crafted to elevate each of the wines unique characters.
Your 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
