Hawke's Bay

New Zealand’s second largest wine region, sunny Hawke’s Bay, has been a rich source of the finest New Zealand wine since 1851. Vines were first planted by missionaries in 1851 and the wine region enjoys a significant international reputation for producing some of New Zealand’s finest red and white wines.

Hawke’s Bay is a relatively large and diverse region, capable of producing a wide range of grape varieties to a very high standard. It is best known for its Bordeaux-style Red Blends and Chardonnay, but the aromatic whites are also consistently good and the Syrah is incredibly impressive. The region is home to an outstanding wine tourism culture and offers a wide range of cellar door experiences as well as regular food and wine festivals.