SET SAIL WITH
PONTING WINES
Masters of their craft, Australian winemaker Ben Riggs and renowned ex-Australian cricket captain, Ricky Ponting, launched Ponting Wines in 2019. Each wine has been carefully created by Ben in partnership with Ricky, to ensure flavour, structure and complexity are of the highest quality. With a shared passion for local and sustainable produce, this partnership is the perfect pairing! Uncork adventure and raise a glass– available only on Royal Caribbean® sailings from Australia.
SIP ALL SEASON LONG
Enjoy Ponting Wines all holiday-long when you book your Royal Caribbean® holiday on Ovation of the Seas® or Quantum of the Seas® this summer. Once booked, you can reserve a Deluxe Beverage Package in the Cruise Planner, purchase by the glass at any of our bars or restaurants and book a Ponting Wines tasting hosted by our Vintages Sommelier as you explore destinations across Australia, New Zealand and the South Pacific.
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up to $850 off All Sailings
Plus kids sail from $59 per day* and half Priced Deposits
WHERE TO ENJOY
PONTING WINES ONBOARD
Sit down with a glass of Ponting Wines’ “First Session” Adelaide Hills Sauvignon Blanc and people watch from your lounge chair in our intimate wine bar, Vintages. Devour Truffle Tagliatelle at Jamie’s Italian by Jamie Oliver paired with a glass of Ponting Wines’ “The Pinnacle” McLaren Vale Shiraz. Then, share stories around the dinner table over a complimentary feast with a glass of Ponting Wines’ hand-picked “Rianna” Fleurieu Peninsula Rose at the Main Dining Room. Memory making is on the menu with Ponting Wines available at all bars and restaurants, cheers!
Your Next Bold Adventure
Ponting WIne Cruises
Exclusively on Ovation of the Seas
Step inside the fascinating world of wine making on one of two exclusive Royal Caribbean® Immersive Wine Cruises on Ovation of the Seas with our partner, Ponting Wines.
Exclusive Adelaide Shore excursion
Book your bespoke Shore Excursion* in Adelaide and immerse yourself in the rich tapestry of the Adelaide Oval’s iconic heritage, finishing with an exclusive Ponting Wines tasting.
Ponting Wines Tasting
Reserve your seat at a wine tasting* onboard hosted by award-winning winemaker, Ben Riggs and sip and swirl 6 varietals.
Even More Onboard
Enjoy a complimentary immersion and Q&A session with Ben Riggs to hear about how Ponting Wines came to be and the mastery of wine making.
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A NOTE FROM
RICKY PONTING
“Rianna and I have always shared an affinity to explore and taste wines at vineyards as we travel the world. Ponting Wines is an embodiment of our shared passion for beautiful wines and the dedication and passion that has driven me throughout my career. Sustainability is at the forefront of every decision, ensuring that all our fruit is ethically sourced from local growers in Tasmania and South Australia. We take great pride in our partnership with Royal Caribbean® who align with our core values. We look forward to holidaymakers creating new memories on one of our Ponting Wines sailings with Ben and savouring a glass of our range of Ponting Wines all season long.”
FAQs
Yes, the Ponting Wines tasting with award-winning winemaker, Ben Riggs must be booked and costs USD$45 per person. You can book through the Cruise Planner before your cruise or speak to our friendly team onboard at Vintages wine bar. Space is limited.
Award-winning winemaker Ben Riggs will host the wine tastings on the two exclusive Ponting Wines immersion cruises. On all other sailings from Sydney and Brisbane, the Ponting Wines tastings will be hosted by the Vintages Sommelier.
No, the immersion session with Ben Riggs is included in your cruise fare, please check the Cruise Compass onboard for time and location.
You can book through the Cruise Planner before your cruise or speak to our friendly team onboard at the Shore Excursions Desk. This incurs an extra charge and space is limited.
No, Ricky Ponting will not attend the cruises. The events will be hosted by award-winning winemaker, Ben Riggs.
