Leinster House Wine Tender | Cork News

Cork News Today | 2 Min News | The Daily News Now! · Jun 30, 2026 · 1m

Ireland’s parliament is about to go all-in on its own wine brand, splashing four hundred thousand euros to keep the Dáil bar stocked for four years. Since 2013, this official red and white has been a hit—earning nearly 20% of bar revenue last year. New suppliers must submit bids by July 27th, but don’t expect a free-for-all: a blind tasting panel will rigorously evaluate wines on appearance, aroma, and flavor, eliminating anything that doesn’t meet strict standards. The selected wines will grace the Members’ Restaurant, self-service kiosks, and coffee dock—exclusive to TDs, senators, and…