Hawke’s Bay has recently been appointed one of only 12 ‘Great Wine Capitals’ of the World. To experience our local wine, is to experience the regions commitment to excellence. Get a taste of Hawke’s Bay without leaving town at the popup Hawke’s Bay Urban Wine Experience. Located at the Urban Winery in the iconic, historic fishing village of Ahuriri, Napier. Choose from a selection of wine varietals presented by four different local wineries all in one fabulous location. Taste them all, or only a few; make some purchases to take back and enjoy on board the ship or send them home to stock your cellars & enjoy upon your return. As you move around the various tasting stations, learn from local experts why New Zealand’s oldest wine region is the top producing region for premium wines, and begin to understand why the culture of great wine is so inextricably linked to Hawke’s Bays identity. A variety local artisan cheeses, breads and local olive oils will be served on arrival, a Hawke’s Bay Wine representative will briefly explain the format of the tasting and give a brief overview of the history of the wine growing region.