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Hawkes Ridge Wine Estate
Maraekakaho

Hawkes Ridge Wine Estate

About Hawkes Ridge Wine Estate

Hawkes Ridge Wine Estate is a family owned, boutique winery situated 20kms West of Hastings in the Hawkes Bay. Hawkes Ridge encourages wine drinkers to "try something different!" Along with more well known varieties Pinot Noir and Pinot Gris we produce lesser known varieties Viognier, Semillon and Tempranillo. This gives wine drinkers the opportunity to try some wine varieties that they may not have tasted before. The family at Hawkes Ridge are passionate about wine and chose to plant varieties that they enjoy drinking themselves and that are suited to the site. Visit Our cellar door is situated on our vineyard and olive grove and provides a relaxed setting where you will meet the Hawkes Ridge family, sample some unique wines, eat Hawkes Bay’s best platters and take in the beautiful surroundings.

Tasting Experiences

Cellar Door Tasting

Visit the cellar door to taste wines and meet the Hawkes Ridge family (Bob, Carolyn, and Douglas)

Food & Wine

Enjoy pizza or platters under the shade of olive trees

When to visit Hawkes Ridge Wine Estate

MondayClosed
TuesdayClosed
WednesdayClosed
ThursdayClosed
Friday11:00 AM - 8:00 PM
Saturday11:00 AM - 5:00 PM
Sunday11:00 AM - 5:00 PM

Good to know about Hawkes Ridge Wine Estate

Can you visit Hawkes Ridge Wine Estate? Is there a tasting room?

Yes, Hawkes Ridge Wine Estate has a tasting room open to visitors (from their website, September 5, 2026). Visits are by reservation.

What is Hawkes Ridge Wine Estate known for?

Hawkes Ridge Wine Estate is known for boutique, scenic views, rare varietals, food pairings and family-run.

What wines does Hawkes Ridge Wine Estate specialize in?

Signature bottles include Del Sol NV.

Do you need a reservation to visit Hawkes Ridge Wine Estate?

Yes, Hawkes Ridge Wine Estate requires a reservation for tastings.

Does Hawkes Ridge Wine Estate serve food?

Yes, Hawkes Ridge Wine Estate has food available alongside tastings.

Does Hawkes Ridge Wine Estate have a picnic area?

Yes, Hawkes Ridge Wine Estate has a picnic area.

Do I need to be a wine club member to visit Hawkes Ridge Wine Estate?

No, Hawkes Ridge Wine Estate does not require a wine club membership to visit.

Where is Hawkes Ridge Wine Estate located?

Hawkes Ridge Wine Estate is at 551 Kereru Rd in Maraekakaho, Hawke's Bay Region, in the Hawke's Bay wine region. Phone: +64 6 281 2025.

What tasting experiences does Hawkes Ridge Wine Estate offer?

Hawkes Ridge Wine Estate offers Cellar Door Tasting and Food & Wine.

What are Hawkes Ridge Wine Estate's tasting hours?

Hawkes Ridge Wine Estate is open Friday, 11:00 AM to 8:00 PM, and Saturday and Sunday, 11:00 AM to 5:00 PM, closed Monday, Tuesday, Wednesday and Thursday.

Does Hawkes Ridge Wine Estate have outdoor seating?

Yes, Hawkes Ridge Wine Estate has outdoor seating.

Where to find Hawkes Ridge Wine Estate

Hawkes Ridge Wine Estate is at 551 Kereru Rd, Maraekakaho, Hawke's Bay Region, New Zealand.

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