Just 35 minutes from Auckland CBD, this 80-acre estate is a full wine experience with a cellar door, lawn bar, and restaurant showcasing boutique wines like Albarino and Lagrein alongside their classic range. The seasonal menu is fed by their on-site vege garden with over 130 varieties, and you can play in the family zone, get cozy in the vineyards, or grab a beer from Liberty Brewing Co in the undercover lawn bar. Open seven days from 11am, it's got roaming gardens, event spaces, and the whole winery-to-bottle operation right there.
The Hunting Lodge Winery focuses on Sauvignon Blanc, Albariño, Malbec, Chardonnay, Pinot Noir, and more. Signature bottles include Homeblock Albariño 2025 Waimauku, Seasonal Malbec 2023 Hawke's Bay, Seasonal Albariño 2025 Marlborough, Homeblock Chardonnay 2023 Waimauku, Expressions Sauvignon Blanc 2025 Marlborough, Expressions Chardonnay 2025 Hawke's Bay, Expressions Pinot Noir 2024 Marlborough, Expressions Syrah 2022 Hawke's Bay. When booking a tasting, ask which current release best represents the estate's style.
Yes, The Hunting Lodge Winery 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.
The Hunting Lodge Winery is in Auckland, in the Auckland wine region. Phone: +6499640542. Confirm hours before visiting — winery schedules vary seasonally.
The Hunting Lodge Winery offers: Restaurant, Lawn Bar & Cellar Door, Events & Weddings and Dough to Dish | Pasta Making Class. Seated or guided experiences typically include more context about the wines and the estate's approach — worth booking if you want depth over breadth.
Monday: Closed | Tuesday: Closed | Wednesday: Closed | Thursday: 11:45 AM – 9:30 PM | Friday: 11:45 AM – 9:30 PM | Saturday: 11:45 AM – 9:00 PM | Sunday: 11:45 AM – 6:00 PM Hours may vary seasonally — confirm by phone or on their website before visiting.
Yes, The Hunting Lodge Winery has outdoor seating. Availability is weather-dependent — call ahead to confirm, particularly outside summer months.
