Private Auckland wine tour in Kumeu Wine Country with Lunch
Leave the bustle of Auckland city and head northwest on your afternoon wine tour to taste the flavours of, Kumeu Wine Country, Auckland’s Heritage Wine Region. Enjoy lunch at a contemporary vineyard restaurant, sample world renowned wines and marvel at the rugged surf-fringed coastline nearby.
Your first stop is at Soljans Winery. Soljans has won many awards for their wines and they are also widely acknowledged in New Zealand as being an expert producer of methode traditionelle (bottle-fermented) sparkling wines.
Enjoy lunch and a wine tasting at the award winning Soljans Winery restaurant. The restaurant is built with sunshine in mind and serves Mediterranean-style food with a New Zealand twist, showcasing fresh seasonal produce from around the region.
A short drive takes us to our next winery which is Kumeu River Winery. Set up by the Brajkovich family in the 1940’s all of their grapes are hand harvested and the winery is still run by the family (Michael Brajkovich was New Zealand’s first Master of Wine!). Kumeu River are world famous for their Chardonnay and also produce a range of other wines.
Our next stop is Muriwai beach which is one of the region’s special places. We make a stop to get amazing views along the coast and talk about what makes the west coast beaches of Auckland unique. From September to mid April you will also have the chance to see one of the world’s largest seabirds in their natural environment because between those months Muriwai is home to one of the few mainland gannet nesting sites in the world. The nests are on the cliff-tops overlooking the Tasman Sea so you get a close-up view of the gannet colony without disturbing them.
Our final stop is either Hunting Lodge or Vineyard Cottages, depending on availability:
Nestled in the heart of Waimauku, Hunting Lodge Vineyard offers a relaxed yet refined wine experience, where sustainable practices and modern winemaking meet a rich family heritage. Guests can enjoy a curated tasting of elegant, cool-climate wines while taking in the scenic surroundings of rolling vines and native bush. It’s a perfect stop to unwind, learn about local winemaking, and savour the character of New Zealand’s unique terroir.
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Visit Vineyard Cottages where you will taste a hand-picked selection of local varietals, from elegant Chardonnay and characterful Pinot Gris to rich reds and vibrant rosé. This relaxed, hosted tasting is designed to connect you with the stories, flavours and personalities behind the wines. Sip slowly, ask questions, compare styles and discover why this small but mighty region continues to surprise and delight wine lovers from around the world.
This half day ‘wineries out west’ wine tour is a great introduction to the Kumeu historic wine region.
“We only had half a day and found a winery tour that ended up perfect” Trip Advisor review 2018
This tour best suits an early afternoon departure but it can be amended to the morning if an earlier departure suits better.
These prices are valid for up to 8 people, for groups of 9+ please ask for a quote (use the enquiry form on this page)
This tour does not run on Sundays
Child price for ages 2-11
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