Experience some of New Zealand's finest wineries with a guided wine tour, and visit the great attractions of Warkworth and surrounding country side throughout the Kowhai and Matakana Coast...
Wine Tours - Auckland Region
Ascension Wine Estate
Ascension is known nationally for not only it's wine but restaurant and outdoor concerts with local and international acts.
Owned by fifth generation wine growers, the Ascension vineyard is planted on a magnificent single steep hillside and uses specialised techniques to produce extraordinary wines.
Heron's Fight
Heron's Flight overlooks the Matakana Valley known for it's boutique wineries. A family owned winery that is the only NZ vineyard speciailsing in growing Italian grape varieties.
Originally planted in the late 1980's by David Hoskins and Mary Evans the vineyard also boasts one of the finest local restaurants. The winery aims to create an environment where people can share in Mary and David's passion for excellent wine and fresh local produce.
Hyperion Wines of Matakana
Hyperion Wines is a boutique vineyard and winery that crafts exclusive wines solely from the Matakana wine region.
This boutique vineyard grows varieties that include, Cabernet Sauvignon, Malbec, Pinot Noir and Merlot and all fruit processing is undertaken on site. With not only traditional wines but also Port and Grappa crafted on site, this winery is sure to delight all palate types.Ransom Wines
Located near the Mahurangi River and part of the Matakana wine region, Ransom Wines is a family owned vineyard that produces fantastic wines from classic French grape varieties.
Just north of Auckland the winery produces unique wine taste variations from one vintage to the next unlike conventional mass produced wineries.
Ransom Wines is a family owned and operated company producing wines from classic French grape varieties. All the wines are made with grapes grown in our Mahurangi River Vineyard in the Matakana wine region just north of Auckland.
The winery has won awards for NZ outstanding winery experience and is a must visit when in the region.
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Local Attractions
Morris and James
Morris and James Pottery is famous world over and a must see when visiting the Matakana area. Established by Anthony Morris and Sue James the ceramics are bold in form and use vibrant colour, yet are both visually pleasing and practical to use.
The type of pottery crafted at Morris and James reflects the fine skill and imagination of it's creators who create fine ceramic oobjects, pots, tiles and more, using essentially traditional techniques.
The Glass Bottom Boat
Launching from the world famous Goat Island Marine Reserve, The Glass Bottom Boat has been operating for over 14 years and is a purpose built boat that allows it's passenger's to enjoy and view the fantastic sea life in the marine reserve, in the comfort of a boat without getting wet. Passengers look down through the glass floor to view the fish swimming by.
SheepWorld
Regardless of your age, there's something for you at SheepWorld. You'll experience how New Zealanders farm sheep and harvest wool. With twice daily dog shows and a multi-media exhibition you'll get a real insight into this important aspect of New Zealand life.
You can also experience the Eco-discovery trail, NZ farm yard and picnic area. On site there is a wonderful gift shop sure to provide all the souvenirs and wool products you could want.
Matakana Farmers Market
Enjoy local fresh produce and fare from throughout Warkworth and Matakana. Ranging from local apple cider, tasty baking, organic vegetables and preserves through to hand crafts you'll find it at this wonderful Saturday morning farmers market. A lively place to enjoy a coffee or glass of wine and sample the best the region has to offer with family and friends and soak up the atmosphere.
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