To many who celebrate the festival, the Lunar New Year is the most important time of the year.
And more often than not, the celebration feast will not feel complete with a bottle of Hennessy cognac on the table.
To mark the Year of the Horse, Huami is launching a limited-edition collection of Hennessy V.S.O.P, Hennessy X.O and Hennessy Paradis, featuring bold contemporary designs inspired by the symbolism of energy, freedom and forward momentum.
Hennessy is collaborating with celebrated SkyCity Chinese restaurant Huami and hosting a series of premium culinary and tasting experiences across Auckland.
From 17 February, Hennessy will take over Huami at SkyCity for an immersive 17-day dining destination, pairing modern Chinese cuisine with a bespoke Hennessy cocktail programme.
Next week on 10 February, Normanby Fine Wines will also host an intimate Hennessy tasting evening at Webb’s Auction House offering guests a guided exploration of the Year of the Horse collection.
The collection, rendered in metallic copper and deep mineral tones against a flowing red palette, elevates gifting and celebratory occasions for the Year of the Horse with its modern, luxury aesthetic.
Hennessy x Huami Year of the Horse dining experience
From 17 February 2026, Hennessy will take over Huami at SkyCity Auckland, for 17 days creating an immersive Year of the Horse dining destination inspired by the Hennessy limited editions.
A specially curated set menu will be available in both the main dining room and private dining room, showcasing Huami’s modern Chinese cuisine. Highlights include fruit wood-roasted Peking duck, deep-fried soft shell crab, Sichuan-style beef tenderloin, sweet and sour prawns and seafood XO fried rice, finished with a bright citrus dessert.
Private dining guests can opt for an extended three-course menu for a more immersive banquet experience.
The menu is paired with a bespoke Hennessy cocktail programme, with each beverage built around a selected Hennessy expression and designed to complement the richness, spice and balance of the cuisine.
Set menus are available in the main dining room for $88 per person (two courses), with a $128 per person three-course private dining experience.
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Normanby x Hennessy Year of the Horse tasting evening
As part of the limited edition celebrations, Normanby Fine Wines will host a Hennessy tasting evening on Tuesday 10 February at Webb’s Auction House Gallery, offering guests the opportunity to explore the depth of the Year of the Horse collection.
The intimate evening will feature Hennessy V.S.O.P, Hennessy X.O and Hennessy Paradis, each paired with thoughtfully prepared cuisine designed to complement their structure, richness and complexity. Set within the refined surroundings of Webb’s Auction House, the event draws
on Year of the Horse themes of strength, optimism and forward momentum.
The event on 10 Feb starts at 7pm and will be held at the Webb’s Auction House, 33a Normanby Road, Mount Eden.
Priced at $108 per person, tickets are available at normanbyfinewines.co.nz
Hennessy’s connection to Chinese culture stretches back more than 160 years.
From the arrival of Hennessy X.O in 1872 to the symbolic docking of the “Spirit of Hennessy” in Shanghai in 1992, and the Hennessy X.O Silk Road cultural journey in 2017, a Hennessy spokeswoman said the Maison’s relationship with the East has always been rooted in a shared respect for tradition, creativity and innovation.
Hennessy limited editions pricing and availability
The Hennessy Year of the Horse limited editions are available in New Zealand at select
premium liquor retailers, including Normanby Fine Wines.
● Hennessy V.S.O.P – RRP $125.00
● Hennessy X.O – RRP $399.00
● Hennessy Paradis – RRP $1899
***This article is brought to you in partnership with Hennessy.
