Upcoming events.
Christmas Bubbles and Cheer
Happy hour drink prices from 4.30pm to 6pm
Food available for purchase: Mini turkey and cranberry filo,
Devils on horseback, Salmon croquette with lemon mayo,
Smoked salmon blini with cream cheese pesto
Melbourne Cup Night
Happy hour drink prices from 4.30pm to 6pm
Food available for purchase: Devils on Horseback,
Cheeseboard & Antipasto Platter, Chicken nibbles
Retro night
Happy hour drink prices from 4.30pm to 6pm
Food available for purchase: Pig in a blanket, Prosciutto pinwheels,
Smoked Salmon dip, Blue Cheese Balls
Carnival Night
Happy hour drink prices from 4.30pm to 6pm
Food available for purchase: Hot dogs, Turkey Rolls Fries with ketchup
Taco Night
Happy hour drink prices from 4.30pm to 6pm
Food available for purchase: Range of meat and veggie taco’s
Mini basket of fried tasty bits and pieces
Wharerata Long Lunch
Wharerata and The Village Wine Trader are delighted to once again, bring you the highlight event of the Manawatu Summer.
Relax in our tranquil gardens with a five-course platter lunch, beautiful wines from Alpha Domus and live entertainment from The Passengers.
We can't wait to get together once again and enjoy a beautiful summers day event under our canopy marquee. Get a group of friends together and get your tickets before they sell out.
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Escarpment Vineyard Wine Dinner
The Escarpment Vineyard in Martinborough, with respected winemaker Larry McKenna, produces some of New Zealand's most layered, flavoursome, and complex wines. Run organically since 2016, Escarpment Vineyard wines are accredited Biogro organic since 2019.
Come join us as we take a journey with some of their famous wines beautifully matched with a five course dinner.
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Rum Dinner
A new dinner to our events calendar that we're excited to share with you all - introducing our Rum Dinner.
Presented by Keith of Eurovintage Wine & Spirits alongside the Village Wine Trader, join us for a wonderful evening celebrating all things Rum.
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Escarpment Vineyard Wine Dinner
The Escarpment Vineyard in Martinborough, with respected winemaker Larry McKenna, produces some of New Zealand's most layered, flavoursome, and complex wines. Run organically since 2016, Escarpment Vineyard wines are accredited Biogro organic since 2019.
Come join us as we take a journey with some of their famous wines beautifully matched with a five course dinner.
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Peter Lehmann Wine Dinner
Often referred to as the man who saved the Barossa Valley, Peter Lehmann's reputation is legendary throughout the region and Australian winemaking history. Today, Peter Lehmann Wines is one of the most established family owned wineries in the region.
Come join us as we take a journey with some of their famous wines beautifully matched with a five course dinner.
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Whisky Dinner
Back by popular demand, our annual Whisky Dinner. A much loved event, only held once a year, this dinner sells out quickly. Join us alongside the Village Wine Trader and Kevin from Eurovintage Wines & Spirits for a wonderful evening celebrating all things Whisky.
MENU
Smokehead Islay Whisky
BBQ Chicken on burnt pineapple salsa
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Deanston Virgin Oak Whisky
Twice cooked Pork Belly, vanilla cauli puree, pan roasted broccoli with pine nuts
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Deanston Whisky - 18 year old
Thai green curry Fish with coconut Jasmine rice
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Ledaig Whisky - 10 year old
Slow cooked smoked Beef Rib, mole sauce, roast Brussel Sprouts
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Bunnahabhain Whisky - 12 year old
Traditional steamed fruit pudding with butterscotch sauce and vanilla whipped cream
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A selection of Dilmah teas and filtered Ebony coffee
TICKETS
Tickets: $90.00 per person
Book your seat today
email: wharerata@massey.ac.nz
WHISKY TASTING NOTES
Smokehead Islay Whisky
Fiery peat smoke kicks things off but then comes a sweetness, with burnt marshmallows, charred pineapple, banana and bacon
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Deanston Virgin Oak
Light lemon zest and sweet barley sugar fragrance with hints of apple and nutmeg. Candied fruits, vanilla toffee and heather with a lightly spiced burst of honeyed malt and sweet oakiness to finish.
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Deanston Highland Single Malt Scotch Whisky - 18 year old
The Deanston signature profile of sweet, honeyed fruit with a deep rich finish has been amplified to reach perfection
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Ledaig Whisky - 10 year old
Sweet briny smokiness with a distinctly island character that hints at mild antiseptic, creosote, mint chocolate and floral seaside aromas. A spicy white pepper finish with hints of liquorice, cloves and slight saltiness
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Bunnahabhain Islay Single Malt Scotch Whisky - 12 year old
This 12 year old Islay Single Malt Scotch Whisky has an alluring balance of sweet fruit, nuts, vanilla and a delicate coastal influence. Light with fruit notes, nutty flavours with a sweetness and slight hints of vanilla caramel. A lingering finish, beautifully rich and full-bodied
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A selection of Dilmah teas and filtered Ebony coffee
Misha’s Vineyard Wine Dinner
All the way from Central Otago, we are delighted to be hosting Misha's Vineyard here at Wharerata! With fabulous wines and a fascinating story, this unique opportunity to hear from Misha herself, while dining on a five-course wine matched menu is one not to be missed.
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