Matakana Scenic Coastal Getaway from Auckland
Description
Visit the picturesque wine region of Matakana. Just an hour north of Auckland you can see native forest and giant tree ferns before you pass through beautiful sheep, cattle and deer country. See an 900 year old Kauri tree. You will enjoy a memorable open menu one course lunch at award winning Plume Vineyard Restaurant and also taste their Runner Duck Estate Wines. We visit three different wine producers which may vary on the day depending on availability.
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Omaha Bay Vineyard is a charming family owned winery Estate producing excellent Bordeaux and Rhone Varieties like Cabernet Sauvignon, Cabernet Franc, Petit Verdot and Syrah. They also produce flora, Pinot Gris and Chardonnay. Perched up on a hill there are magnificent views of the pacific ocean in the distance. They also showcase a selection of art and paintings produced by local artists and sculptors
Enjoy a delicious lunch at award winning Plume Vineyard Restaurant and taste a range of their excellent Runner Duck Estate wines produced from their own vineyards
Taste wine from grapes grown on their own 20 acre vineyard. We take lunch at Brick Bay Vineyard cafe occasionally depending on availability. Grapes grown include Pinot Gris, Chardonnay, Syrah and Malbec. They also produce a lovely Rose' and sparkling Methode Traditionelle
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We collect from all major hotels and most accommodations in the Auckland Central Business District (CBD) the drinking age in New Zealand is 18 years. If you look under 25 years of age you may be required to produce age identification. The only forms of ID acceptable by law are New Zealand Drivers Licence, HANZ card or International Passport
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Important Information
- Wheelchair accessible
- Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
- Service animals allowed
- Public transportation options are available nearby
- Infants are required to sit on an adult’s lap
- Transportation options are wheelchair accessible
- All areas and surfaces are wheelchair accessible
- Suitable for all physical fitness levels
- Minimum drinking age is 18 years
- Dress code is smart casual
- Vegetarian option is available, please advise at time of booking if required
- Operates in all weather conditions, please dress appropriately
- A minimum of 2 people per booking is required