Love, Tilly Devine is closing out Lunar New Year celebrations with something special: a deep dive into China’s emerging natural wine scene.
On March 3rd, the Crown Lane wine bar welcomes cult winemaker Ian Dai from Xiao Pu, alongside Hamish Williams of Periphery Wines, for an evening showcasing unique bottles from vineyards across China.
Dai has earned serious recognition since launching Xiao Pu in 2017, working with growing partners across Ningxia, Yunnan, Gansu, Inner Mongolia and Sichuan to produce bold, lo-fi, small-batch cuvees. You’ll get to try four of his wines, including ‘Tangerine’ skinsy and ‘Perdue 22.1’ Pinot Noir, plus bottles from other pioneering Chinese producers. Sample by the glass, bottle, or opt for flights of four ($55 or $85).
To match the occasion, Potts Point’s legendary Grape Garden is supplying three flavours of dumplings for one night only. Head Chef Brent Wilson’s regular menu runs as usual. From 6pm at Love Tilly Devine, Darlinghurst.
Quick Sips
- What to Eat: Three flavours of Grape Garden dumplings (Beef & White Cabbage; Baby Bok Choi, Shitake Mushrooms & Woodear Fungi; Barramundi & Chive), plus Head Chef Brent Wilson’s regular menu
- What to Drink: Chinese wines including Ian Dai’s Xiao Pu ‘Tangerine’ skinsy, ‘Perdue 22.1’ Pinot Noir, ‘Huailai’ Viognier and ‘Gathering’ Field Blend, plus bottles from other pioneering Chinese producers
- When to Go: Wednesday, March 3rd from 6pm
- Where: Love Tilly Devine, 91 Crown Lane, Darlinghurst
- Cost: Wine flights of four $55 or $85, also available by glass or bottle
- Vibe Check: Lunar New Year finale with cult winemaker appearance, exploring China’s bold natural wine movement
