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Auckland West Vineyard Tour with lunch and tastings incl
About This Tour
Auckland's scenic highlights across the iconic Harbour Bridge on a wine-tasting journey. Tastings at 3 vineyards, including world-renowned Kumeu River Wines, enjoy a stunning lunch at Hunting Lodge
West Auckland, the thriving heart of New Zealand's wine industry since the early 20th century, boasts a rich tapestry of family-owned vineyards, many of which have been lovingly passed down through generations of Croatian-descended families. These devoted grape growers have nurtured their vines and craft for years, with some vineyards proudly celebrating their fifth generation of winemakers, a true testament to the passion and heritage of winemaking that flows. You will visit three stunning vineyards and enjoy a delicious lunch at one of them, complemented by a glass of wine. There will be plenty of wine and food to savour.
West Auckland, the thriving heart of New Zealand's wine industry since the early 20th century, boasts a rich tapestry of family-owned vineyards, many of which have been lovingly passed down through generations of Croatian-descended families. These devoted grape growers have nurtured their vines and craft for years, with some vineyards proudly celebrating their fifth generation of winemakers, a true testament to the passion and heritage of winemaking that flows. You will visit three stunning vineyards and enjoy a delicious lunch at one of them, complemented by a glass of wine. There will be plenty of wine and food to savour.
What's Included
✓ Included
- Glass of wine with lunch
- Wine Tastings 3 vineyards
- Glass of wine with lunch
✗ Not Included
- Extra drinks or food at your own cost
Itinerary
1
This story begins in Croatia, with the renowned wine-making Ivicevich family planting their first grapevines and starting to create a name for themselves in Waimauku (West Auckland) Their success and reputation followed them as they moved to New Zealand in 1935, establishing the Sunnyvale vineyard in West Auckland and the Waimauku property. Here, you will taste wines and enjoy the beautiful views of the vineyard and surrounding areas. This vineyard is very much on the border of the Riverhead Forest, just stunning views.
2
Locally grown and eaten seasonally: The Huntinglodge philosophy is inspired by the changing seasons, allowing the wine and food experience to evolve throughout the year. We aim for a genuine pasture-to-plate approach by producing what we can onsite and sourcing local produce to complement our offerings. In a romantic old-worlds NZ Classic Kiwi Villa of the day. A beautiful Vineyard one of the first in NZ to The first marketable quantity of New Zealand Sauvignon Blanc was produced in 1974, at Matua Valley's first winery site in Swanson, Auckland (now The Hunting Lodge).
3
Kumeu River Wines is a world-class renowned vineyard creating some of the best Chardonnays in New Zealand. Kumeu River's rockstar winemaker, Michael Brajkovich MW. You will enjoy a small tour here and get to see where this incredible wine is processed and bottled, and indeed the gorgeous vineyard that surrounds the cellar door.
4
Soljans vineyard is the 3rd oldest owned and operated vineyard in NZ founded in 1937, with beautiful grounds and exquisite wines to taste.
Good to Know
- Wheelchair accessible
- Service animals allowed
- Transportation options are wheelchair accessible
- All areas and surfaces are wheelchair accessible
- Not recommended for pregnant travelers
- Suitable for all physical fitness levels
- Travel time included in the total duration
- 18 + travellers are allowed to consume alcohol
- No Children under 18