Pikes X Chef Roy Supper Club
Wednesday October 7th 2026
7.00-9.00pm
The JN Tasting Room
Crossgar
£65.00 per person
Places are limited, so please book early to avoid disappointment.
Join us for a special evening with Pete Bentley, Sales & Export Manager at Pikes, as he takes us through a selection of wines from this much-loved Australian producer.
Best known for its benchmark Clare Valley Rieslings, Pikes also enjoys pushing beyond the classics, exploring Burgundy varieties and other lesser-seen styles across the Clare and Adelaide Hills with their Pike & Joyce brand.
The wines will be thoughtfully paired with a seasonal menu from Chef Roy of Forage and CR Catering, a long-time friend of JN Wine. Using the best of local produce, Roy will create four delicious courses designed to complement the wines, with canapés served on arrival.
A relaxed evening of great wine, good food and plenty of conversation - and a chance to discover more about the wines and story behind Pikes from someone who knows them inside out.
Please inform us of any allergies well in advance of the evening.
Reyneke X Edible Flower Supper Club
Wednesday October 14th 2026
7.00-9.30pm
The JN Tasting Room, Crossgar
£65.00 per person
Places are limited, so please book early to avoid disappointment.
This October, we're delighted to welcome Barbara Melck of Reyneke Wines, Stellenbosch, alongside Erin Bunting of The Edible Flower, for an evening of artisan food and wine at The JN Tasting Room.
Reyneke Wines is South Africa's only certified biodynamic wine producer, based in the Polkadraai Hills of Stellenbosch. Their approach is rooted in working with the land rather than against it, with the aim of making wines that reflect the natural rhythms of the place that they come from and of the people that make them.
Barbara has been Reyneke's winemaker since 2021. With ten years' experience across biodynamic, premium and commercial winemaking, she has quickly established herself as one of South Africa's most promising young winemakers, winning the 2025 Next Generation Award.
We're also very pleased to welcome back Erin Bunting of The Edible Flower. For this supper club, Erin has created a menu around the Reyneke wines, with dishes designed to complement the unique styles and characters across the range. There's plenty of freshness, spice and texture throughout, alongside local produce and some less familiar combinations.
It's a pairing we're particularly looking forward to! As such, tickets are expected to be in high demand, so we recommend booking early.
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MENU
ON ARRIVAL
Spiced crab cakes with pickled green apple
Classic crostini with tomato & basil
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STARTER
Grape & thyme focaccia with whipped lemon butter
Shiitake mushrooms with chili & garlic butter, cauliflower puree, crispy scallions & charred nectarine
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MAIN
Korean gochujang pulled beef brisket served with pickled cucumber
Honey miso roasted pumpkin with sesame & scallions on aubergine purée
Roasted beetroot, caramelised shallots & crispy halloumi with pickled blackberries
Asian style slaw with satay dressing & toasted seeds
Red rice with herbs & a sesame and ginger dressing
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DESSERT
Caramelised apple & sweet geranium pithivier with homemade custard
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Please let us know about any allergies well in advance. For other dietary requirements, simply mention them when booking and we'll do our very best to accommodate.
Globetrotters Part 5 - Rioja & The Iberian Peninsula
Globetrotters Part 5 - Rioja & the Iberian Peninsula
Saturday October 17th 2026
2.30-4.00pm
The JN Tasting Room
Crossgar
£15.00 pp
Travel the world through wine - no passport required!
For Part 5 of our Globetrotters series, we journey to the Iberian Peninsula, exploring the rich and diverse wine traditions of Spain and Portugal through one of Europe's most exciting wine-producing regions.
Timed to coincide with Rioja Wine Month, this seated tasting will begin in Spain's most celebrated wine region before venturing across the Iberian Peninsula to discover the remarkable diversity of wines produced throughout Spain and Portugal.
We'll explore Rioja's place as Spain's flagship appellation, the evolution of its winemaking traditions, and the enduring appeal of Tempranillo. Along the way, we'll discover how indigenous grape varieties, varied climates and centuries of winemaking history have shaped the distinct regional identities found across the peninsula.
In the glass, expect sophisticated, oak-aged Riojas alongside more fruit-driven, contemporary expressions, before venturing beyond the region to explore some of Iberia's other vinous treasures. From crisp Atlantic whites and mineral-driven coastal styles to structured reds with savoury spice, vibrant fruit and distinctive regional character, this tasting celebrates the incredible breadth of wines produced across Spain and Portugal.
As always, this is a relaxed, informal tasting led by our team - focused on discovery and building confidence in recognising styles, regions and what you personally enjoy.
Places are limited - early booking advised.
Seasonal Selection Tasting - Session 2
Thursday November 5th 2026
Waterman House
5-23 Hill Street
Belfast BT1 2LA
7.00-8.30pm
£20.00 pp
The second of two sessions of our Seasonal Selection Tasting at Waterman House, Belfast.
Come and sample a fantastic, hand-picked selection of wines ranging from reds, whites, Champagnes & sparkling wines, and Ports - some feature in our Christmas 2026 brochure.
This is a great opportunity to discover wines from our ever-growing range crafted by artisan producers from around the world, and to assist in the planning of all your Christmas festivities!
We are delighted to be joined by Katie Blakely from Ridge Vineyards, Daniele Marconi from Tenuta Argentiera, Mark Weaver from Quinta de la Rosa, Valérie and Mickaël Baudet from Château Monconseil Gazin and Karl McCulloch from Exton Park.
An evening not to be missed!
Seasonal Selection Tasting - Session 1
Thursday November 5th 2026
Waterman House
5-23 Hill Street
Belfast BT1 2LA
5.00-6.30pm
£20.00 pp
The first of two sessions of our Seasonal Selection Tasting at Waterman House, Belfast.
Come and sample a fantastic, hand-picked selection of wines ranging from reds, whites, Champagnes & sparkling wines, and Ports - some feature in our Christmas 2026 brochure.
This is a great opportunity to discover wines from our ever-growing range crafted by artisan producers from around the world, and to assist in the planning of all your Christmas festivities!
We are delighted to be joined by Katie Blakely from Ridge Vineyards, Daniele Marconi from Tenuta Argentiera, Mark Weaver from Quinta de la Rosa, Valérie and Mickaël Baudet from Château Monconseil Gazin and Karl McCulloch from Exton Park.
An evening not to be missed!
Globetrotters Part 6 - The Americas
Globetrotters Part 6 - The Americas
Saturday November 14th 2026
2.30-4.00pm
The JN Tasting Room
Crossgar
£15.00 pp
Travel the world through wine - no passport required!
For the final instalment of our Globetrotters series, we're crossing the Atlantic to explore the diverse and dynamic wines of the Americas.
Stretching from the USA in the north to Chile and Argentina in the south, the Americas encompass an extraordinary range of climates, landscapes and winemaking traditions. This seated tasting will feature around six wines from our portfolio, showcasing both internationally renowned regions and some lesser-known gems from across the continent.
We'll explore how European grape varieties found new homes in the New World, how local climates and terroirs have shaped distinctive regional identities, and why countries across North and South America continue to produce some of the world's most exciting and innovative wines.
In the glass, expect everything from vibrant, cool-climate whites and elegant Pinot Noir to richly textured Chardonnay, sumptuous Zinfandel, bold Malbec and other regional specialities. Along the way, we'll compare Old World influences with New World confidence, discovering how producers across the Americas have forged styles that are unmistakably their own.
As always, this is a relaxed, informal tasting led by our team - focused on discovery and building confidence in recognising styles, regions and what you personally enjoy.
Places are limited - early booking advised.
