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Wineries Honey and Black Sand Beaches from Auckland
Remuera, Auckland
6 hours
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What You Will Do
Enjoy a behind the scenes tour and tasting at the winery owned and operated by the Brajkovich family. See how they ferment their wines in 225 litre French Burgundian barriques. Pioneers in New Zealand winemaking since 1944 they specialize in producing Estate Chardonnay, Pinot Gris, Gewurtztraminer, Merlot and Pinot Noir only from grapes grown on their own ten Kumeu and Huapai Vineyards.
Next taste wine take lunch at Soljans Vineyard Restaurant established in 1937.
Included in the tour is an open menu one course main incuding tea, coffee or juice. Taste a range of flora honeys including the famous Manuka UMF
Relax with a side trip through beautiful traditional rolling sheep and cattle country to visit the Muriwai black sand beach. See the rugged West Coast & regional Park meeting the Tasman Sea. See Gannets nesting and flying over rock outcrops and black sand beaches.
In the afternoon visit West Brook Wines for a generous selection of varietals and blends in the cellar door shop.
Next taste wine take lunch at Soljans Vineyard Restaurant established in 1937.
Included in the tour is an open menu one course main incuding tea, coffee or juice. Taste a range of flora honeys including the famous Manuka UMF
Relax with a side trip through beautiful traditional rolling sheep and cattle country to visit the Muriwai black sand beach. See the rugged West Coast & regional Park meeting the Tasman Sea. See Gannets nesting and flying over rock outcrops and black sand beaches.
In the afternoon visit West Brook Wines for a generous selection of varietals and blends in the cellar door shop.
What's Included?
- Bottled water
- Wine tasting
- Lunch
- National Park Fees
- Local taxes
- Local Guide
- Transport by air-conditioned minivan
- Hotel pickup and drop-off (selected hotels only)
What's Not Included?
- Personal expenses and gratuities
Cancellation Policy
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
Itinerary
Meeting Point
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Kumeu River Wines
1 hour
enjoy a behind the scenes tour and tasting at the winery owned and operated by the Brajkovich family. See how they ferment their wines in 225 litre French Burgundian barriques. Pioneers in New Zealand winemaking since 1944 they specialize in producing Estate Chardonnay, Pinot Gris, Gewurtztraminer, Merlot and Pinot Noir only from grapes grown on their own ten Kumeu and Huapai Vineyards. Mate’s barrique fermented Chardonnay is considered one of the best wines in the country. After gaining his bachelors degree in Oenological Science in Australia the wine maker Michael Brajkovich MW became New Zealand’s first Master of Wine and has been a Chief Judge of the Air New Zealand Wine Competition.
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Additional Information
This tour is independently operated by a third-party provider: NZWINEPRO - Auckland Wine Tours.
Itineraries, descriptions, promotional content, and historic information are solely the responsibility of the tour operator and do not represent the views or positions of Marriott International, Inc.
Itineraries, descriptions, promotional content, and historic information are solely the responsibility of the tour operator and do not represent the views or positions of Marriott International, Inc.
- Service animals allowed
- Public transportation options are available nearby
- Infants are required to sit on an adult’s lap
- Not recommended for travelers with spinal injuries
- Not recommended for pregnant travelers
- Not recommended for travelers with poor cardiovascular health
- Suitable for all physical fitness levels
- Minimum age is 18 years
- A minimum of 2 people per booking is required
Guide Options
- Guide - English
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