Nestled in the picturesque Ararimu Valley, just a scenic drive from downtown Auckland, Westbrook Winery stands as one of the region's oldest and most esteemed boutique wineries. The Ivicevich family, with a rich winemaking history dating back to the 1880s in Croatia, brought their passion for viticulture to New Zealand in 1934. They initially established their vineyard in Sunnyvale, West Auckland, before relocating to the Waimauku property in 1999.

Established in 1935, Westbrook is a cornerstone of Auckland's wine scene.

Today, Westbrook Winery continues to thrive under the stewardship of a new wine-loving family, while the original winemaking team remains intact. Led by winemaker James Rowan, they honor the winery's legacy by blending traditional methods with innovative practices. Grapes are hand-picked from the home vineyard in Waimauku, as well as from a single vineyard in Marlborough and Waiheke Island. This meticulous approach results in award-winning wines, including exceptional Chardonnays and Rieslings. Each bottle of Westbrook wine captures the unique flavors and diversity of Aotearoa New Zealand, making it a must-try for wine enthusiasts.

Whether you're a local or a visitor, Westbrook Winery offers a genuine taste of Auckland's winemaking heritage.

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Felicity Cyfert
December 29, 2024
Hidden treasure. We went around 2.30pm. Lovely spot had a tasting of 5 wines reasonable priced at $20, with an accompanying yummy platter which we ordered separately. Suzanne was our host and was friendly from the moment we arrived. She told us everything we needed to know about the wines and answered our many questions. Will be coming again with more people.
Rebecca Dennis
May 11, 2024
We visited for an early Mothers Day lunch. The grounds themselves were absolutely stunning and well maintained. Heaps of different places to sit down and enjoy a beverage. The wine flights at $15 each were very reasonable and the pours generous. We all had different pizzas and each were delicious. The service was excellent. We can't wait to return
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Location

Location 215 Ararimu Valley Road, Helensville, Waimauku 0882, New Zealand

Region

Kumeu, Auckland, New Zealand

Spoken Languages

Services

Reduced Mobility Access
Restaurant
Pets Allowed
Parking
Bus Parking
Campervan Parking

Visiting Hours

Monday - Sunday
11:00 - 17:00

Wine types

Red Wine
White Wine
Rose Wine
Sparkling Wine
Fortified Wine

Grape varieties

Methode Traditionnelle
Blanc D' (Sparkling)
Crackling Rose (Sparkling)
Albarino
Pinot Gris
Riesling
Sauvignon Blanc
Chardonnay
Pinot Noir
Syrah
Malbec
Port

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Felicity Cyfert
Reviewed on December 29, 2024

Hidden treasure. We went around 2.30pm. Lovely spot had a tasting of 5 wines reasonable priced at $20, with an accompanying yummy platter which we ordered separately. Suzanne was our host and was friendly from the moment we arrived. She told us everything we needed to know about the wines and answered our many questions. Will be coming again with more people.

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omindu shehan
Reviewed on October 21, 2024

Loved every single bit of it. $15 for wine tasting which you will get the opportunity to taste 5 different wines, which is absolutely great. Great people, beautiful environment, tasty wines and their pizzas are so yummy 😋 highly recommend

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Renata N. Mendes
Reviewed on September 30, 2024

Omg I don’t have enough words to thank you and all Westbrook team! My mum’s birthday last weekend was beyond any expectations! To start with the winery is absolutely stunning! The staff was so caring and kind! And the catering, omg! Food was absolutely delicious! A really well served amount of food and absolutely delicious! All the guests talking about how big the platters were and everything so delicious! Everyone taking notes of the winery address thinking to come back! The wine so delicious! We loved ! Thank you again, it was absolutely perfect!

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Bruna Paranhos
Reviewed on September 21, 2024

Stunning place! Delicious cheese platter for 4 people $80 + wine tasting $15. We had a great family time!

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Rebecca Dennis
Reviewed on May 11, 2024

We visited for an early Mothers Day lunch. The grounds themselves were absolutely stunning and well maintained. Heaps of different places to sit down and enjoy a beverage. The wine flights at $15 each were very reasonable and the pours generous. We all had different pizzas and each were delicious. The service was excellent. We can't wait to return

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Frequently Asked Questions about Westbrook Winery: A Taste of Auckland's Heritage

Where is Westbrook Winery: A Taste of Auckland's Heritage located?

Westbrook Winery: A Taste of Auckland's Heritage is located in Kumeu, New Zealand

What type of wines does Westbrook Winery: A Taste of Auckland's Heritage produce?

Westbrook Winery: A Taste of Auckland's Heritage produces Red Wine, White Wine, Rose Wine, Sparkling Wine, Fortified Wine.

What grape varieties do they plant at Westbrook Winery: A Taste of Auckland's Heritage?

At Westbrook Winery: A Taste of Auckland's Heritage, they cultivate Methode Traditionnelle, Blanc D' (Sparkling), Crackling Rose (Sparkling), Albarino, Pinot Gris, Riesling, Sauvignon Blanc, Chardonnay, Pinot Noir, Syrah, Malbec, Port.

What languages do they speak at the Westbrook Winery: A Taste of Auckland's Heritage?

At Westbrook Winery: A Taste of Auckland's Heritage they speak English.

Do they produce organic wines at Westbrook Winery: A Taste of Auckland's Heritage?

No, Westbrook Winery: A Taste of Auckland's Heritage is not an organic wine producer.