In the coming months, there’s a selection of truly indulgent Gusbourne events and experiences across the UK’s leading venues. Here, our team hand-pick their favourite luxurious dinners, hosted masterclasses and more.
What: Gusbourne at London Restaurant Festival
When: throughout October
London Restaurant Festival, in partnership with American Express, returns for its Autumn Edition this October, celebrating 15 years of the festival. The autumn line-up will see the return of both Classic and Trending Events - a chance for food enthusiasts to experience the diversity of London’s culinary scene. Attendees will be able to enjoy a glass of award-winning Gusbourne at many top events. If you’re a Platinum or Centurion Cardmember, don’t miss the exclusive tasting with Laura Rhys MS at The Londoner. Or, for a unique culinary experience, book into a Gusbourne Gourmet Odyssey. These special dinners take in three top restaurants across one six-course Tasting Menu; each dish is paired with delicious Gusbourne wine.
Find out more: londonrestaurantfestival.com
What: Wine dinner at The Flintlock, Staffordshire
When: 25th October 2023
In the heart of the Staffordshire moorlands, you’ll find this fine-dining gem. The atmosphere is laid-back and relaxed – but chef-patron Thom’s food is anything but. With top-notch, locally sourced ingredients taking centre stage, the tasting menu here is a true culinary experience. The Flintlock’s Gusbourne dinner brings together Thom’s creativity with some exceptional wines: expect pairings such as fresh hake with charcoal butter sauce and samphire alongside Winemakers edition Wild ferment Chardonnay 2021, and Creedy Carver duck with celeriac and Gusbourne Blanc de Noir.
Find out more: theflintlockcheddleton.co.uk
What: Ballintaggart x Gusbourne Feast Night, Grandtully, Scotland
When: 16th November 2023
Join the team at Ballintaggart Farm for a special Feast Night filled with delicious food from Ballintaggart, and a beautiful selection of paired wines from Gusbourne. Held in the beautiful Feast Room, this promises to be a memorable evening for food and wine lovers. The menu stars local delicacies such as Loch Fyne oyster, Great Glen venison salami, Perthshire partridge and Scottish halibut. Ballintaggart has limited accommodation should you wish to stay.
Find out more: Ballintaggart.com
What: Gusbourne x Nairn’s Wine Dinner with Nick Nairn and Laura Rhys, MS
When: 17th November 2023
It has been a journey for our friends at Nairn’s. Following the devastating fire in August 2020, Nick Nairn and his team are finally back at the Bridge of Allan in Stirlingshire. This evening promises to be a celebration of the very best of Gusbourne and Nairn’s. Laura Rhys, Master Sommelier, will host an exclusive tasting of our Single Vineyard wines and Fifty One Degrees North 2016 followed by a stunning five-course dinner. Places are limited, so please contact enquiries@nairns.co.uk to secure yours.
Find out more: nairns.co.uk
What: The Wine Safari at Monachyle Mhor
When: 18th November 2023
Our Global Ambassador, Laura Rhys Master Sommelier, will be joining forces with Tom Lewis, the colourful owner of Monachyle Mhor, for this special Wine Safari. Monachyle Mhor is a beautiful boutique lochside hotel in the small village of Balquhidder. The Safari starts at 2pm with a glass of Fifty One Degrees North 2016 and oysters in the Dutch Barn. We’ll then walk through the Glen, stopping at various points – such as on the shores of Loch Voil – where chefs will prepare small dishes featuring the best of Scottish produce, paired with Gusbourne wines.
Find out Mhor: 01877 384622 or monachylemhor.net
What: Gusbourne x The Gannet Wine Dinner with Laura Rhys
When: 19th November 2023
We’re delighted to be collaborating with our friends at The Gannet for this special wine dinner, with Laura Rhys Master Sommelier. The Gannet is a true destination dining experience in Glasgow’s foodie neighbourhood of Finnieston. Chef-patron Peter McKenna and his team use the finest from the Scottish larder and their foraging friends and combine this with traditional and modern techniques creating a distinctly Scottish experience.
Find out more: bookings@thegannetgla.com or thegannetgla.com
What: Christmas Wreath Workshop & Wine Tasting in Embassy Gardens
When: 30th November 2023
Join family-run London florist Floetica for a delightful Christmas wreath-making workshop paired with a Gusbourne wine-tasting experience. This event will take place at Darby’s, a chic NYC-inspired oyster bar and grill in Embassy Gardens, run by Robin and Sarah Gill. It promises to be a wonderful way to start the festive season.
Find out more: Darby’s 3 Viaduct Gardens, London SW11 7AY; or for tickets click here.