This Vineyard takes you to somewhere in Europe, maybe Italy, Spain or France with its European…read morestyle building. I had thought this place might be a bit posh, but its not really, its very relaxing and casual. The food is very delicious and lots of lovely places to sit with different views of the vineyard, they also have a child's play area which is great for us with little ones. And of course what we came here for, the wine, I loved the Ascension Methode Traditionnelle, now I don't know all that wine talk but it has some lovely flavours and was just delicious on a summer's day. This is also a beautiful location for a wedding with the vineyards at the back, you could really get some stunning photos that you would cherish for ever (and maybe say you got married in Europe).

Have been here a couple of times for a work functions. The staff were very efficient and helpful…read more Food was very good and the wine was flowing of course. Took a wine tour including the vines was very informative and loved trying the various samples. Would love to visit during one of the concerts.

This place is just beautiful sitting up there on the hill, you really could be forgiven for…read morethinking you were in Italy somewhere when you come to Mahurangi River Winery. It just lovely on a nice sunny day to sit up there and sip away at some of the lovely wine and food chatting with friends and family. The owner is also so friendly and comes out and has chats with his clients, if you are interested in wine and the history of the place its great. For me this winery is a must if you are coming to visit the Wineries in the Warkworth area. You really don't need to go all the way to Italy when you have places like these.

Wow, went last weekend on a magic day Went to the casual…read morerestaurant and had half the menu it was so good Service was great really good vibe Bread starter is a must Loved it

We walked into the bistro ready to have a terrific dinner experience based on their website photos…read moreand the warm, inviting appearance as we walked up. The ambiance was nice and felt like a cozy ski lodge. However, the hostess wasn't exactly warm or charming. She seemed to have a bit of a control issue. When we moved one of the 2 chairs at the 4-top to another side of the table, she expressed her displeasure and stated that we had to make sure that we gave the table next to us enough space, but there was definitely enough room for a small pony to walk through. The server was pretentious. The vibe we got was that he was busy with something else and could barely be bothered to share the specials and take our order. Because we weren't getting a great vibe, we decided just to order overpriced drinks instead of drinks and overpriced food. Do NOT order the old fashioned unless you like them super sweet. My husband is a fan of old fashioneds and had never had a ridiculously sugary drink as this before. The espresso martini was okay. Definitely not worth $26 though. This place is definitely overrated.

Wonderful winery near Matakana and Warkworth with the owner / winemaker on site. We loved our short…read moretime here tasing their different wines which are made with Sangiovese Italian grapes. We opted for a tasting plus purchased some cheese and crostini for a snack. David was a joy to speak with and had a lot of great insight on places to go and things to do in the area. If you're in New Zealand, don't miss this spot!

Fantastic little winery featuring feijoa liquor and many delicious liquors to choose from! The…read moreowner, Danny, is very knowledgeable and makes it worth visiting the winery even if you don't drink! He had us try a dozen different liquors and several wines while regaling us with the amusing history of the feijoa. My favorites were the limoncello and the ginger liquor. Highly recommend a stop here if you are visiting the Coromandel area.

Best tasting I've ever experienced! Danny let us try all the different fruit liquors from the farm…read moreand told us the history behind the region, all in a very funny and entertaining way. He even ran down the hill to grab us some feijoas to try. It's clear the proprietors care deeply about both their customers and their business. Plus the view was SPECTACULAR. We bought a bunch of bottles to take home and will definitely return next time we're in the area. HIGHLY recommend!

Tucked in next to the Matakana Cinemas, the Vintry is a lovely little wine bar stocking only wines…read morewithin a 14km radius. This may not seem a big area, but encompasses 25 vineyards! Some of my favourites; Takatu, Matakana estate, OBV, Brick Bay...ah, the list goes on. They are experts on the developing wine region, and a good starting point if you're looking to explore it. You can buy by the bottle or glass; or try a bit of everything with a tasting. These start from $5 (for a trio) to $12.50 for a specialized flight. I love it; it's a great way to sample what the area is producing and try and 'develop' you palate (or just have a bit of fun). If you're just after a casual drink there is a nice verandah to laze on or comfy couch seating inside too. I really like the Vintry, it's cosy and elegant and has a nice little spot in Matakana.

On our way back from a blissful Sunday afternoon spent at Anchor Bay in Tawharanui, the vineyards…read moreof OBV beckoned and a late afternoon refreshment seemed just the thing. We hadn't been here before and it was a bit of a random pick from the several vineyards on the road leading back to Leigh. We made an excellent choice. On walking into the lovely cool dim of the building we were welcomed and invited to try several wines before deciding which we would like to drink. By several I mean, most of them and the sample sizes were generous. We loved every single one of them but I settled on "The Imposter" Matakana Flora which has such a great name and was a zingy and fresh alternative to my usual Pinot Gris. It's now one of my favourite wines. Their Pinot Gris incidentally is also excellent. The husband had the reds with equal enthusiasm with us sharing all the huge testers, along with a gorgeous platter of goodies to snack on. The view from here is completely gorgeous and I could easily spend hours indulging my senses and blissing out. On leaving we bought up large and plan to return to replenish the stocks just as soon as we can afford to (average bottle price $30 which is definitely more than we usually spend). Great place run by great people with a great product.

Omaha Bay Vineyard is hands down my favourite in the region. It's very grand, perched up on top of…read morethe hill behind Matakana. Wednesday through Sunday you can pop in there and sample their delicious wine alongside a platter. We chose the cheese platter which went every well with our glass (or two) of Sauvignon Blanc. The local cheeses were scrummy; it was all very decedent overlooking the vines and across to the ocean. You can also buy wine by the bottle at the cellar door; it's far cheaper than buying from the bottle store and they usually have good selection. OBV is a great vineyard to stop in at, they are a friendly bunch and it's a lovely setting

The day started with a planned hike in the Riverhead Forest, only to discover a total clearcut…read more Plan B worked out quite nicely at the West Brook Winery. On a quiet midweek day we were welcomed on arrival and options discussed. We ordered 2 flights of wine, 3 whites and 3 reds, a very nice cheese board and cracker assortment, and sat on the patio enjoying the pastoral view of vineyards, a lake complete with a few ducks, and farmland in the distance. .

Beautiful setting and grounds. I've visited close to 100 wineries all over the world and this was…read moreone of the prettiest. The wines were nice as well. I'm not a fan of reisling but I would happily drink theirs. There was a nice Chardonnay and a few others we enjoyed. Definitely worth the trip!

We went in a group of 6 with a reservation. You'll need to make a reservation or you might not get…read morein. This is owned by an Italian so you'll see menu items similar to visiting in Italy. We had pizzas, drinks, appetizers. Loved it all! Service was fast and friendly. Loved the sampler of wines and Italian drinks, like spritzers.

Make a booking in advance and try to get the 1st time slot of the day. We were the first ones at…read morethe restaurant and did a wine tasting. It was really peaceful. After 2 hours there were more and more people that showed up. Get the Solo Carne pizza. It was incredible! I am back in the states and still thinking about it!

This vineyard was a great way to end your day in Waiheke Island. There were 4 vineyards in this…read morearea #7 on your hop on hop off tour. We chose this place even we walked for 15 minutes . The vineyard has a great view of the grapes, the rough road with lustrous trees to take pictures. At the end of the road this very quaint restaurant was so beautiful. Rustic feeling yet serene when you look around. The staff were very nice. The wine was excellent. Agnes was our attendant, she was nice but not too attentive. We have to looked for her to give our orders. Waited for so long. We tasted their Red snapper so divinely tasteful. The fish was cooked to perfection. The sauce was amazing . Mouthwatering. We got their freshly baked focaccia with olive oil roasted garlic and balsamic vinegar so good. The best Their house salad was excellent. I loved the way all the leafy vegetables weren't cut by a knife. It looked like peeled by hands. So fresh and crunchy when you bite. The wine was good. We got 3 different wine my choice the Shiraz. Even the wait was long I still give them 5 for the view and excellent cuisine. Kudos to the chef.

We visited this winery as part of a wine tour. The tasting was 4 wines, a white and 3 reds. My fav…read morewas the Te Monty Kokoro. Our guide was well versed in the history of the winery and the making of the wines. Husband isn't as much of a wine drinker so it was nice that our guide offered him some lighter, more mild wines to taste. The tasting room was smaller and very busy with a casual vibe. Great stop.