Tuscan Wine Lunches
Join us for a delicious journey through one of Italy's most celebrated wine regions, as we explore the remarkable diversity, character and history of Tuscany.
Duane is particularly excited about this one! He's been raiding his personal cellar to put together a very special line-up of seven wines, including some exceptional back vintages, paired with four courses created by our kitchen.
From the crisp, mineral-driven whites of San Gimignano to the elegance of Chianti Classico and the power of Brunello di Montalcino, this promises to be a wonderful afternoon of food, wine and discovery.
The wines:
First Course | A Taste of Tuscany's Whites
2024 Vernaccia di San Gimignano
Crisp and mineral-driven, with citrus, green apple and a delicate almond finish
2025 Villa Antinori Bianco
Fresh and aromatic, with white peach, citrus blossom and lively acidity
Second Course | Chianti Classico – A Decade Apart
2015 Querciabella Chianti Classico (from Duane's cellar)
Beautifully mature, with dried cherry, savoury herbs, leather and earthy complexity
2021 Querciabella Chianti Classico
Vibrant and youthful, with ripe red cherry, violet, spice and finely structured tannins
Third Course | Tuscany's Great Reds – Two Expressions of Sangiovese
2021 Ricasoli Colledilà Chianti Classico Gran Selezione
Elegant and concentrated, with dark cherry, tobacco, spice and refined tannins
2021 Casanova di Neri Brunello di Montalcino
Rich and powerful, with ripe plum, wild cherry, dried herbs and a long, structured finish
Fourth Course | A Sweet Tuscan Finale
2012 Isole e Olena Vin Santo
Lusciously complex, with dried apricot, honey, toasted nuts and caramel, balanced by refreshing acidity
Saturday 28 & Sunday 29 November 2026
$179 per person
Four delicious courses | Seven exceptional Tuscan wines
Our kitchen will create a specially designed four-course menu to complement the wines, while Duane shares the stories, history and personalities behind each bottle.
Places are limited for both lunches, and our wine events regularly sell out.
Gather your favourite wine-loving friends and join us for an afternoon in Tuscany – without leaving Sawtell!
Bookings essential
Limited to 20 guests per lunch - bookings essential.