Winemaker’s Dinner: Giant Steps

Date: February 2, 2026
Time: 18:30
Location: Norda Oslo
Price: NOK 1499 per person
Included: 4-course dinner with 5 glasses of wine

Join us for an exclusive Winemaker’s Dinner at Norda Oslo as we welcome Giant Steps, an iconic wine producer from Australia’s renowned Yarra Valley. The evening will feature elegant flavors, carefully selected wines, and the stories behind some of the world’s most highly regarded expressions of Chardonnay and Pinot Noir.

This evening, we will meet Melanie Chester, Head of Winemaking & Viticulture since 2021, who will guide us through the wines and share insights into the philosophy, vineyards, and craftsmanship behind each bottle.

Giant Steps was founded in 1997 by wine pioneer Phil Sexton in his pursuit of the perfect terroir for cool-climate Chardonnay and Pinot Noir. He found his “holy grail” in the hills near Gruyere in the Yarra Valley, where he planted the Sexton Vineyard. The name Giant Steps is inspired by John Coltrane’s legendary jazz album, a fitting metaphor for the ambition and quality that define the wines. In 2025, the winery was awarded Halliday Winery of the Year as well as Pinot Noir of the Year, confirming its world-class standing.

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Our Head Chef has created a thoughtfully composed menu where each dish is designed to elevate the wines and deliver a complete and unforgettable dining experience.

Aperitif:
Giant Steps Chardonnay 2023

1st Course – Beef Tartar
Sauce flavored with grilled onion, crispy chili oil, Jerusalem artichoke chips, parmesan, and cress
Wine: 
– Giant Steps Yarra Valley Pinot Noir 2023

2nd Course – Halibut from Rogaland
Lightly grilled winter cabbage, grilled butter sauce with trout roe and chives, fermented celery root
Wine: 

– Giant Steps Sexton Vineyard Chardonnay 2023

3rd Course – Beef Tenderloin
Parsley root (grilled, purée, and pickled), bone marrow crumble, and port wine sauce
Wine:
– Giant Steps Sexton Vineyard Pinot Noir 2023
– Giant Steps Sexton Vineyard Harry’s Mother 2020

4th Course – Soft Carrot Cake
Cream cheese ice cream, sea buckthorn compote, orange and carrot gel, oat crumble, and salted caramel

A Winemaker’s Dinner is a unique experience where food and wine come together in perfect harmony. Throughout the evening, you will not only enjoy exceptional flavors, but also gain insight into the stories, people, and philosophy behind the wines shared directly by the producer.

Secure your place for this exclusive evening and book your table today.