About Abbey Cellars
A family-owned boutique winery in Hawke's Bay that's all about quality over quantity, focusing on hand-picked grapes and smaller batches. Their Bordeaux-style Merlot and Cabernet blends are the stars here, with some elegant Classic and Noble Rieslings rounding out the range. Red metal soils and serious winemaking credentials mean these are proper premium drops.
Tasting Experiences
Book a Table
Reserve a group table at the Abbey Kitchen for dining purposes
Summer Sessions
Festivals and events during summer
Varietals
MerlotCabernet SauvignonSyrahPetit VerdotRieslingChardonnay
Good to know about Abbey Cellars
Can you visit Abbey Cellars? Is there a tasting room?
Yes, Abbey Cellars has a tasting room open to visitors (from their website, September 5, 2026). Visits are by reservation.
What is Abbey Cellars known for?
Abbey Cellars is known for boutique, food pairings, focus on reds, family-run and for serious wine lovers.
What wines does Abbey Cellars specialize in?
Abbey Cellars focuses on Merlot, Cabernet Sauvignon, Syrah, Petit Verdot and Riesling, and more. Signature bottles include Rapture Merlot 2024, Passion Rose 2025, Prophet Cabernet Merlot 2023, Testament Cabernet Merlot 2018, Eden Syrah 2024, Medium-Dry Riesling 2018, Barrel Fermented Chardonnay 2022, Obsession Petit Verdot 2020.
Do you need a reservation to visit Abbey Cellars?
Yes, Abbey Cellars requires a reservation for tastings.
Does Abbey Cellars serve food?
Yes, Abbey Cellars has food available alongside tastings.
Where is Abbey Cellars located?
Abbey Cellars is at 1769 Maraekakaho Rd in Hastings, in the Hawke's Bay wine region. Phone: +6468796171.
What tasting experiences does Abbey Cellars offer?
Abbey Cellars offers Book a Table and Summer Sessions.
Does Abbey Cellars have outdoor seating?
Yes, Abbey Cellars has outdoor seating.
Where to find Abbey Cellars
Abbey Cellars is at 1769 Maraekakaho Rd, Hastings, New Zealand, in the Hawke's Bay wine region.