Auckland Wine Trail & Tastings
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Port
Auckland, New Zealand
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Activity Level
Moderate
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Excursion Type
All
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Wheelchair Accessible
No
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Starting At
$119.95
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Minimum Age
Information Not Currently Available
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Duration
Approximately 4 Hours
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Meals Included
Meals not included
Board a motorcoach and ride through Auckland's city center en route to the dramatic vistas of the Kumeu River Valley and Auckland's wine country.
Your first stop is a historical Auckland Winery -- family-owned for three generations. With more than 70 years of wine-making experience, this winery claims a proud heritage. Bight, Mediterranean-style décor welcomes you and the friendly, knowledgeable staff shares the story of how this family, originally from Croatia, became one of New Zealand's premier wine producers. Your vineyard tour includes views of the family's estate and the cellars as well as detailing the family's fascinating history. Taste some of their award-winning wines, such as Pinot Gris, Merlot and Tawny Port. Feel free to purchase take-home gifts and wine at the on-site gift shop if you wish.
Nearby, a boutique and modern Winery offers a wine-tasting. You'll try five vintages -- each distinctive in its own right -- some of which are available only at the cellar door.
A relaxing drive back to port is a wonderful opportunity to reflect on the delicious wine of New Zealand.
Notes:
Tour does not operate on holidays. Minimum age to participate in wine tasting is 18 years. Corkage policy: Wine purchased on this tour is exempt from the on-board corkage fee (offer limited to one bottle of wine per person).