Auckland Vineyards, Wineries and Breweries
(Auckland, North Island, New Zealand NZ)
The Auckland and North Island area of New Zealand features an enormous number of superb vineyards, wineries, breweries and hopfields, many of which are located within easy reach of Auckland city centre. Famous throughout New Zealand, these Auckland vineyards and wineries produce many different leading wines, including popular Cabernet Sauvignon, Chardonnay, Pinot Noir, Pinotage, Sauvignon Blanc, Semillon and a host of sparkling wines. Auckland's vineyards, wineries and breweries are also becoming well-known for their rich fortified wines, tasty liqueurs and local beers.
Many of the vineyards and wineries in Auckland are extremely historic, being established more than 100 years ago, and export their wine from Auckland to many countries and areas of the world, including Europe. Wine tasting at Auckland's vineyards is widely available and Auckland wineries often run courses about all aspects of wine appreciation.
Vineyards, wineries and breweries in the Auckland area are generally situated in scenic spots, with breathtaking views of the surrounding countryside and mountains. Auckland's vineyards vary greatly in size and are particularly concentrated in Matakana to the North of Auckland, the Waiheke Island in the Hauraki Gulf, and many areas of West Auckland, including Kumeu and the stunning Henderson Valley.
Guided tours provide an excellent way to visit the most popular wineries and vineyards in Auckland and other nearby areas of New Zealand's North Island. An increasing number of Auckland's vineyards also have good restaurants, scenic picnic areas, secluded barbecue facilities, wine-tasting events and some even provide basic accommodation.
Babich Wineries
Address: Babich Road, Henderson, Auckland, North Island, New Zealand NZ
Tel: +64 (0)9 833 7859
Coopers Creek Vineyards
Address: 601 State Highway 16, Huapai, Auckland, North Island, New Zealand NZ
Tel: +64 (0)9 412 8560
Kumeu River Winery
Address: 550 State Highway 16, Kumeu, Auckland, North Island, New Zealand NZ
Tel: +64 (0)9 412 8415
Lincoln Vineyards
Address: 130 Lincoln Road, Henderson, Auckland, North Island, New Zealand NZ
Tel: +64 (0)9 838 6944
Matakana
Address: Matakana, Rodney District, Auckland, 1241, North Island, New Zealand NZ
Tel: +64 (0)9 425 9081
Matua Valley Wines
Address: Waikoukou Valley Road, Waimauku, Auckland, 1250, North Island, New Zealand NZ
Tel: +64 (0)9 411 8301
Mudbrick Vineyards
Address: Church Bay Road, Oneroa, Waiheke Island, Auckland, 1240, North Island, New Zealand NZ
Tel: +64 (0)9 372 9050
Pacific Vineyards
Address: 90 McLeod Road, Henderson, Auckland, North Island, New Zealand NZ
Tel: +64 (0)9 838 9578
Pleasant Valley Wines
Address: 322 Henderson Valley Road, Henderson Valley, Auckland, North Island, New Zealand NZ
Tel: +64 (0)9 838 8857
Riverhead Estate Winebar
Address: 1171 Coatesville Riverhead Highway, Kumeu, Auckland, 1250, North Island, New Zealand NZ
Tel: +64 (0)9 412 8595
Shakespeare Brewery
Address: 61 Albert Street, Auckland, 1001, North Island, New Zealand NZ
Tel: +64 (0)9 373 5396
Soljans Estate Winery
Address: 263 Lincoln Road, Henderson, Auckland, North Island, New Zealand NZ
Tel: +64 (0)9 838 8365
Stonyridge Vineyards
Address: 80 Onetangi Road, Waiheke Island, Auckland, 1240, North Island, New Zealand NZ
Tel: +64 (0)9 372 8822
West Auckland Wineries
Address: Lincoln Road, Henderson Valley, Henderson, Auckland, 1008, North Island, New Zealand NZ
Tel: +64 (0)9 979 2333