Rich Heritage of Winemaking in New Zealand

At Church Road Cellar Door, you can witness the evolution of winemaking in New Zealand, where it all began.

Founded in 1897, Church Road Winery is one of the oldest wineries in the country and has played a pivotal role in establishing and popularizing Bordeaux-style red wines globally. The winery's legacy is closely tied to Tom McDonald, a visionary winemaker whose contributions have left a lasting impact. If you enjoy live music, summer is an ideal time to visit Church Road Winery, where you can savor exquisite wines while enjoying captivating performances.

Church Road Winery offers a variety of tasting experiences, ensuring that every visitor finds a wine that suits their palate. Visit the Church Road Cellar Door and sample some of Hawke's Bay's most awarded wines, each with its own unique story and flavor profile.

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Valfilhopb
October 6, 2020
It was magical to visit this factory in Napier New Zealand
Eric Effin' P
December 1, 2024
Visited 1st Dec 24 They were having some kind of event. Nice surroundings. Lively environment. Went for the wine tasting and got hooked to their Marzemino 2019. Paul was an excellent host too!!
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Location

Location 150 Church Road, Taradale, Napier 4112, New Zealand

Region

Hawke's Bay, New Zealand

Spoken Languages

Services

Reduced Mobility Access
Restaurant
Kids Activities
Parking
Bus Parking

Visiting Hours

Monday
10:30 - 16:30
Tuesday - Wednesday
closed
Thursday - Sunday
10:30 - 16:30

Wine types

Red Wine
White Wine
Rose Wine
Sparkling Wine
Sweet Wine

Grape varieties

Sauvignon Blanc
Pinot Gris
Viognier
Chardonnay
Marzemino
Tempranillo
Merlot
Syrah
Cabernet Sauvignon
Malbec
Pinot Noir

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Harald Greger-Arnhof
Reviewed on February 23, 2025

Very good wines and food...service needs improvement...bottles are thrown away even though they aren't empty...

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Rebecca Hagon
Reviewed on February 6, 2025

We loved our wine tasting! We felt at home straight away, especially because our hostess, Wendy, was so kind and welcoming. We made very informed choices about our purchases, because our hostess was so clear, and eloquently presented each wine to us. Thank you so much for a very delightful experience!

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Sami Arboleda
Reviewed on January 30, 2025

So enjoyed our wine tasting. We just chose the 30 minute Inspired by the Bay tasting a we had our kids in tow.. Wendy our host and who did the tasting guide was lovely and so good. We enjoyed her talks. Love love your beautiful place. Ambience is just divine. And when I had emailed prior to ask a few questions, replies were prompt. Many many thanks. Would definitely go back

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Marsha Myers
Reviewed on January 30, 2025

Heartfelt thanks to … The CHURCH ROAD Hawke’s Bay “family”! To Deb for such a warm welcome and Roger Marina and Quinn for an afternoon of memories to cherish. A delicious wine tasting and lunch in an utterly beautiful, stylish setting. Highly recommended!!

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Andrea
Reviewed on January 28, 2025

Very good tasting in a great atmosphere

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Frequently Asked Questions about Church Road Winery

What type of wines does Church Road Winery produce?

Church Road Winery produces Red Wine, White Wine, Rose Wine, Sparkling Wine, Sweet Wine.

What grape varieties do they plant at Church Road Winery?

At Church Road Winery, they cultivate Sauvignon Blanc, Pinot Gris, Viognier, Chardonnay, Marzemino, Tempranillo, Merlot, Syrah, Cabernet Sauvignon, Malbec, Pinot Noir.

What languages do they speak at the Church Road Winery?

At Church Road Winery they speak English.

Do they produce organic wines at Church Road Winery?

No, Church Road Winery is not an organic wine producer.