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Abbey Cellars

Abbey Cellars

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.

$$ · $25-$75BoutiqueFood pairingsFocus on redsFamily-runFor serious wine loversReservation only
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Tasting Experiences

Varietals

MerlotCabernet SauvignonSyrahPetit VerdotRieslingChardonnay

Visiting Abbey Cellars

Tasting fee
Not listed
Reservations
Required
Tasting room
Open to visitors
Hours
Not listed

From their website, September 5, 2026.

Good to know about Abbey Cellars

Yes, Abbey Cellars has a tasting room open to visitors. Visits are by reservation, so book ahead rather than dropping in.
Abbey Cellars focuses on Merlot, Cabernet Sauvignon, Syrah, Petit Verdot, 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. When booking a tasting, ask which current release best represents the estate's style.
Yes, Abbey Cellars has food available alongside tastings. Having food while tasting reduces the effect of alcohol and helps you taste more accurately. Worth taking advantage of when offered.
Abbey Cellars is in Hastings, in the Hawke's Bay wine region. Phone: +6468796171. Confirm hours before visiting. Winery schedules vary seasonally.
Abbey Cellars offers: Book a Table and Summer Sessions. Seated or guided experiences typically include more context about the wines and the estate's approach. Worth booking if you want depth over breadth.
Yes, Abbey Cellars has outdoor seating. Availability is weather-dependent. Call ahead to confirm, particularly outside summer months.

Where to find Abbey Cellars

1769 Maraekakaho Rd
Hastings, New Zealand

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