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Wine Tasting Cruise with Melton Estate, Lyttelton Harbour

christchurch christmas cruise wine tasting


SATURDAY 21ST NOVEMBER, 4PM – 6PM

Join Black Cat Cruises and Melton Estate for a wonderful pre-Christmas wine tasting cruise on on Lyttleton harbour.

During the cruise Melton Estate will guide you through a complimentary tasting of five spectacular wines. These will include;

  1. Summer Love Sparking 2019
  2. Sauvignon Blanc 2020
  3. Pinot Rose 2020
  4. Pinot Gris 2017
  5. Pinot Noir 2017

We will exclusively sell Melton Estate wine on board the Canterbury Cat for the duration of the cruise and Melton Estate will also provide the opportunity to pre-purchase your Christmas wine.

Delicious platters provided by our local catering partner will also be served as you sip on wine and take in the stunning harbour scenery.

It’s the perfect pre-christmas get together opportunity.

Tickets are limited and we predict they will sell out so don’t be too late to book.

You can book tickets directly here by selecting the date of November 21st.


Due to alcohol being served this event is strictly for over 18’s only. Thank you

  • MELTON ESTATE
  • If you’re unable to join us on the cruise you can always visit Melton Estate and enjoy the taste of local boutique wine, only 15 minutes from Christchurch Airport.  There are 9 different wines to try, including the acclaimed “Summer Love Sparkling”.  Walk amongst the vines or sip wine inside the modern winery restaurant. Combining winery style and sophisticated facilities, Melton Estate is the perfect choice for lunch, wine tastings, weddings and other family celebrations, as well as company conferences and meeting events. Opening Hours: 10am to 5pm Thursday to Sunday, and by arrangement.