Hawke's Bay Luxury Wine Tour
Luxury Wine Tour with Two-Course Lunch
All wine tasting fees are included
The Lake at Craggy Range after tasting wine
Our luxury wine tour in Hawke’s Bay is designed for those serious about wine that are looking for a more intimate experience of the region’s wineries. Wine education, regional history, and knowledge of the finest restaurant food in the region are all a part of our service.
Taste classic red varieties such as Syrah/Shiraz, Merlot, Cabernet Sauvignon, Cabernet Franc, Sangiovese, and Pinot Noir. Hawke's Bay vintners are also renowned for such white varieties as Chardonnay, Sauvignon, Pinot Gris, Viognier. Semillon and Riesling are generally found in Noble dessert wines. Depending on availability, you may also taste a sherry, ports, and even a dessert red or two.
Taste classic red varieties such as Syrah/Shiraz, Merlot, Cabernet Sauvignon, Cabernet Franc, Sangiovese, and Pinot Noir. Hawke's Bay vintners are also renowned for such white varieties as Chardonnay, Sauvignon, Pinot Gris, Viognier. Semillon and Riesling are generally found in Noble dessert wines. Depending on availability, you may also taste a sherry, ports, and even a dessert red or two.
Wine tasting Trinity hill
Wine Tasting Highlights
- Prestige Collection, Craggy Range - Le Sol, Sophia, Le Beau Cailloux and Aroha
- Tom Collection - Tom Chardonnay, Syrah and Bordeaux Blend
- Trinity Hill - The Gimblett, Homage and Touriga Port
- Ashridge - Reserve Syrah
- Black Barn - Chardonnay
Your Day of Wine Tasting
Your tour begins from your accommodation where you will pick up in a comfortable air-conditioned vehicle. We travel out to Church Road for a fine wine tasting of the 3 Classic Tom wines. We then continue along the Tuki Tuki river valley route, undoubtedly one of the most scenic pastoral and vineyard drives in New Zealand. People often compare this area to Tuscany!
Next stop Craggy Range where you will enjoy their wonderful wines along with The Prestige series of wines with amazing views of the Eastern side of Te Mata Peak. We then continue on to Black Barn where you will enjoy a two-course lunch with sweeping views of the Heretaunga Plains.
After lunch we will drive to the top of Te Mata Peak (elevation 399 metres). Te Mata is short for Te Mata y Rongakako - “the face of the giant”. You will hear more about this giant in stories told as we travel. From the top of Te Mata, you will enjoy amazing 360-degree views of the Heretaunga Plains. Look out from orchards and vineyards on the plains to forestry, sheep, and cattle farming on the surrounding hills. The formations of these hills and lower plains were created by glacial activity during the last ice age, and seeing such history inspires an amazing sense of awe. The peak is on the AA list of 101 things Kiwis must see in New Zealand.
We leave the peak and travel out to the wineries of the Red Metal, Gimblett Gravels sub regions visiting, Ashridge in the Red Metal triangle followed Trinity Hill to taste Homage Syrah if available. The focus of these two wineries is on Syrah and Bordeaux style wines. We then drive back to Napier.
Next stop Craggy Range where you will enjoy their wonderful wines along with The Prestige series of wines with amazing views of the Eastern side of Te Mata Peak. We then continue on to Black Barn where you will enjoy a two-course lunch with sweeping views of the Heretaunga Plains.
After lunch we will drive to the top of Te Mata Peak (elevation 399 metres). Te Mata is short for Te Mata y Rongakako - “the face of the giant”. You will hear more about this giant in stories told as we travel. From the top of Te Mata, you will enjoy amazing 360-degree views of the Heretaunga Plains. Look out from orchards and vineyards on the plains to forestry, sheep, and cattle farming on the surrounding hills. The formations of these hills and lower plains were created by glacial activity during the last ice age, and seeing such history inspires an amazing sense of awe. The peak is on the AA list of 101 things Kiwis must see in New Zealand.
We leave the peak and travel out to the wineries of the Red Metal, Gimblett Gravels sub regions visiting, Ashridge in the Red Metal triangle followed Trinity Hill to taste Homage Syrah if available. The focus of these two wineries is on Syrah and Bordeaux style wines. We then drive back to Napier.
The Luxury Wine Tour Itinerary
- Departs 10am and returns at 5pm
- Food and wine together: tour includes a two-course lunch and five well-established or boutique wineries
- Experienced tour guide and air-conditioned sedan
- Winery tours’ price based on two people
- Larger groups can be catered for with Private Tours (bespoke, based on your preferences) or Group Wine and Dine Tours
- Depart from the Art Deco capital of Napier, Hastings, or Havelock North for the ultimate Hawke’s Bay experience.
Why Choose Our Luxury Wine Tour?
- We’re all about passion here. To us, there’s nothing more important than passion for the wine, the work, and the people we meet along the way.
- We are knowledgeable about wine. Our knowledgeable guide is always ready to answer any questions you may have about everything from the scenery to the wine’s tasting notes!
- We exceed expectations. We don’t just rely on the natural appeal of the land; we make your wine tour an experience!
- We have amazing connections. Thanks to our experience in and around Hawke’s Bay, we’re connected to some stunning wineries, boutique accommodation spots, and luxurious spa companies.
Book your luxury wine tour in Hawke’s Bay with Grape Escape.
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