SO/ Auckland will host a one-off wine tasting like no other at 6.30 pm on Thursday, 30th of May: The Art and Wine Pairing Evening.
Held at downtown Auckland’s SO/ Gallery, this unique event is a collaboration with Alpha Domus wines and artist Rachel Rush, supported by Flagstaff Gallery.
During the evening, guests will taste five exquisite Alpha Domus wines, many of which are reserve, unique, and lesser-known wines.
With each degustation of the five wines, guests will simultaneously discover a grandiose piece of art by Rachel Rush that uniquely pairs with the glass before them. Just like the wine, many of these evocative pieces will be lesser-known, special creations unveiled for the occasion. The new pieces will be from Rachel Rush’s Fluidity collection, and this soirée is the first time they will be seen by the public.
Alpha Domus winemaker Barry Riwai will join from Hawke’s Bay. He will guide the group through each wine and art pairing, while sharing snippets and secrets of the Alpha Domus boutique winemaking process.
Mesmerising pools of glittering lacquer, blending with effervescent bubbles? Acrylic layers with lingering mouthfeels? Piquant tannins with colours that pack a punch? All senses will be artfully engaged in this unique tasting.
Guests will have the chance to meet artist Rachel Rush and, in between sips of wine, explore the art with her as she unveils her new ‘Fluidity’ Collection for the occasion.
Art has long been tied with wine. From ceremonial offerings to convivial occasions, they're both crystalised as items that are better enjoyed together, and SO/ hope to continue the celebration.
Prepare to step into SO/ Gallery and prepare for the senses to be indulged in this unique, immersive experience.
The Art and Wine Pairing Evening joins SO/ Auckland’s line-up of SO/ Wine Society events, which program unique ways of discovering and indulging in wine. This is the second in the series and the first wine tasting to be held at SO/ Gallery.
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