Cheese & Cheers

13/10/2026

Do you have fond (or hazy) memories of Wilson's Wh**ky? Have you ever tried a 21 year old New Zealand Wh**ky?

Some of the last Wilson's 21YO is available for limited tastings and 100ml bottles only at Cheese & Cheers.

Wilson’s was a favourite in New Zealand homes for generations, and the New Zealand Wh**ky Collection's Wilson’s Matured Blend 21 Year Old comes from the very last casks.

Distilled at the Wilson’s Distillery in Dunedin and matured by the sea in Ōamaru for 21 years, it has a deep golden colour, with dried yellow fruits, creamy cereals, caramel and honey, and a long, oily finish. A special bottle to open on a special occasion, or a great gift for the Wilson’s fan in your family.

11/10/2026

The Remarkable Cream range is back in stock at Cheese & Cheers! Including:

Dark Chocolate Cream
Brazilian Dark Roast Cream
Butterscotch Cream
Heritage Cream
Pistachio Cream
NEW Salted Caramel, Non-Lactose
Pina Colada, Keto
Irish Cream, Keto

Remarkable Cream’s Keto Irish Cream is a low-sugar, full-flavour twist on the iconic Irish cream liqueur. Made in New Zealand using fresh local cream, pure vodka, and indulgent notes of chocolate and vanilla, it delivers a velvety-smooth, dessert-like experience — with less than 1.5g sugar per 100ml.

Crafted with low-lactose cream, this keto-friendly Irish cream is perfect for sipping over ice, mixing into coffee or hot chocolate, or shaking into low-carb cocktails like a White Russian or Espresso Martini.

Handcrafted in New Zealand using our family’s original cream liqueur recipe, this premium small-batch liqueur carries on a 20-year tradition of quality — now infused with a bold spirit of innovation.

11/10/2026

Rood Food is back in stock at Cheese & Cheers. Rood Food is a family-run business located in the stunning Marlborough Sounds, who are all about crafting small-batch, artisanal pâté and chutney that'll make your taste buds dance.

Classic Chicken Pate - This Chicken Pate has a super smooth and creamy texture. It pairs perfectly with almost anything. Made using Waitoa Free Range chicken liver.

Black Garlic & Chicken - Using Murphy’s Black Garlic locally grown in Marlborough, which is slowly roasted for 6 weeks, creating a unique caramelised flavour when added to the Pate.

Mushroom, Truffle, & Chicken - Mushroom and truffle, do we need to say more? We like it just as it is on crackers or it can be added to a pasta dish that will do the talking for you.

Cheese & Cheers is open every day from 10am to 5pm, located at 193 Rapaura Road in the Vines Village.

10/10/2026

10/10/2026

Now available at Cheese & Cheers is Divergence's new Petey 2.0!

This small batch release has a distinctive smokey character made from medium-peated, heavily peated, and manuka smoked Canterbury-grown malt which was then mautred in ex-Bourbon, ex-Pinot Noir, and ex-Sherry casks.

The Otautahi Petey 2.0 won't last long - come in for a tasting or bottle purchase while supplies last!

08/10/2026

In celebration along side the Marlborough Big Day Out this Saturday, the Vines Village is launching the new Vibes in the Vines summer music series starting with local favourites, Double Shot! Two guitars, two voices, performing acoustic covers of hits from the last few decades from 3-7pm.

Cheese & Cheers
Open late until 7pm, with Kiwi Spirit Distillery for a special in-store tasting from 5–7pm for tastings. You won't want to miss out, tickets can be pre-booked at: https://www.vinescafe.co.nz/cheese-and-cheers

The Vines Cafe
Offering a special menu with live music from Double Shot from 3–7pm.

Whitehaven Wines
Open late until 7pm, with mulled w**e available and 20% off all bottle sales on the day.

08/10/2026

Be one of the first to try the new Waitui Wh***ey from Kiwi Spirit Distillery at the Kiwi Spirit In-Store Tasting event on Saturday, October 10th from 5-7pm at Cheese & Cheers. Tasting tickets are $15.

Don't miss out! The Waitui has become a very, very limited release. The previous Waitui Wh***ey, the full range of liqueurs, gins, and vodka will also be available for tastings and purchases.

Kiwi Spirit Distillery's Waitui Wh***ey is a unique New Zealand Single Malt Wh***ey crafted with care in beautiful Golden Bay. Eight long years mellowing and maturing in Manuka honey mead barrels have resulted in an exquisite drop - a smooth and easy drinking dram now finally ready for you to enjoy.

This small batch single malt is one of only a few true honey malt wh***eys produced in the world today. Made using New Zealand malted barley and aged in Manuka Honey Mead oak barrels for no less than eight years the result speaks for itself in a very gentle easy to drink wh***ey.

There is no honey added to this wh***ey, instead the Manuka Honey character is imbued from barrels that have previously held a Manuka Honey Mead. No malt blends or additives, simply just time in a barrel.

Cheese & Cheers is located at the Vines Village at 193 Rapaura Road. The Kiwi Spirit In-store Tasting Event is part of the Marlborough's Big Day Out. Support local and enjoy some craft, New Zealand products!

04/10/2026

The next 🫢📖Silent Book Club session is this Wednesday at Cheese & Cheers. Doors open at 5:30pm, with reading starting at 6pm. An assortment of drinks and nibbles will be available for purchase.

Bring your own book or utilize the two book exchanges onsite. This it's your traditional book club! SBC members bring any book they'd like in any format. E-readers, audiobooks, magazines, and comics are all welcome.

All readers are welcome. This some events may require an RSVP, there is no formal registration to become a member of this local chapter. It's the perfect way to test your social threshold without the commitment.

Cheese & Cheers is located at 193 Rapaura Road, in the Vines Village.

26/09/2026

The Vines Village will be launching the new Vibes at the Vines: Summer Music Series, hosted on the second Saturday of the month from 3pm to 7pm, with local band Double Shot kicking it off for us on October 10th for the Big Day Out.

Running throughout the warmer months from October to April, this free community event features a rotating lineup of the region’s best local musicians.

Stroll through the spring lit paths and enjoy extended trade hours of the Village businesses alongside special event-only perks and exclusive deals all while listening to the relaxed vibes from local musicians.

Free for all ages, locals and visitors alike!