Wine Tasting - House of Ball - 15 July 2025
When: Tue, Jul. 15, 2025 6:00pm
Venue: Ilam Homestead, 87 Ilam Road, Christchurch
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House of Ball - Wine Tasting
Dear Members and Friends,
You're warmly invited to join us for our Winter Wine Tasting Evening on Tuesday 15th July 2025, from 6:00pm to 7:30pm at the Ilam Homestead.
We’re delighted to welcome the passionate team from House of Ball Winery in Amberley, North Canterbury.
A small-scale, hands-on operation where the viticulturists are also the winemakers.
Their boutique approach means only one barrel is produced per variety each year, and their elevated vineyard site, directly opposite Mountford and Greystone, gives their wines a unique expression of place.
Here’s what you’ll be tasting:
Off Dry Aperitif
Late-harvest Riesling, fermented naturally to nearly dry. Alc 16.3%, unfortified.
Grüner Veltliner 2021
Dry and crisp with beeswax and honey notes. A serious food wine.
GiGi 2023
A 50/50 blend of Grüner and Gewürztraminer with a soft, aromatic edge.
Romping Rosé 2022
A lively blend of Pinot Noir, Pinotage and Tempranillo from a challenging vintage.
Grüner Veltliner 2024
A sweeter take on this refreshing and juicy Austrian variety.
Pinot Noir 2023
A light, Beaujolais-style red bursting with juicy fruit.
The Merger 2023
Equal parts Tempranillo, Pinot Noir and Pinotage, this is a complex, medium-bodied red.
As always, we’ll accompany the wines with a selection of tasty snacks from the UCC kitchen.
Make sure to buy your ticket now and save your seat.
$20 for Members (you must be logged into the UCC website, and paid-up to receive this discount)
$25 for Non-Members
Spaces are limited, so gather your wine-loving friends and book your spot soon!
