EXPERIENCES
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EXPERIENCE CHURCH ROAD WINERY
Enrich your visit to the Church Road Cellar Door by joining in on one of our unique winery experiences.
Bookings are strongly recommended to not miss out.Â
 TOM EXPERIENCE
Discover Church Road TOM, our iconic range, through an intimate wine flight experience within the atmospheric surroundings of our underground museum. Reflecting the exceptional Hawke's Bay terroir, considered viticulture and masterful winemaking, these wines are only produced during outstanding vintages using superior parcels of fruit to craft wines that show exceptional character and quality. Be expertly guided through current and back vintage TOM wines as you explore the philosophy and character of our flagship range while enjoying selectively matched savoury bites.
Let us show you our secrets in the ultimate personal tribute to our founder, Tom McDonald, who was a key innovator in the creation of the Hawke's Bay wine industry.
DURATION
1.5 hours
AVAILABILITY
Thursday through Monday at 11.00am, bookings essential at least 48 hours in advance.
2 person minimum, 6 person maximum.
Please inform us of any dietaries upon booking.Â
COST
$190 per person
GWEN EXPERIENCE
Gwen, a gracious and elegant woman, a driving force of community and unwavering support for Church Road founder and her husband, Tom McDonald, inspired the crisp, refined style of winemaking that the Gwen by Church Road wine collection captures. Exceptional wines ideal for long summer lunches and aperitifs, best shared with friends.
Have some fun and discover our fresh Gwen range with your host, as you are guided through a blind tasting challenge, a 'Which Gwen Wine Are You' personal quiz and then relax outside under the trees in the beautiful cellar door park.
DURATION
Approximately 25 minutes
AVAILABILITY
Thursday through Monday from 2:00pm
Bookings are essential at least one day in advance.
COST
$50 per person
Includes a tasting of our Gwen range, a glass of your favourite Gwen wine, and a souvenir glass.
TERROIR TASTING MENU
Experience our best varieties and a unique sense of place with these single vineyard wines.
DURATION
Approximately 30 minutes
AVAILABILITY
Thursday through Monday from 10.30am;
the last tasting is at 4.00pm.
Bookings are essential December through February.
COST
$30 per person
PRESTIGE TASTING MENU
Showcasing the best of Hawke’s Bay, treat yourself to a tasting of our highly accoladed Grand Reserve Range.
DURATION
Approximately 30 minutes
AVAILABILITY
Thursday through Monday from 10.30am;
the last tasting is at 4.00pm.
Bookings are essential December through February.
COST
$15 per person
INNOVATION TASTING MENU
Take the road less travelled, try some of our unique varietals and learn more about our winemaking techniques.
DURATION
Approximately 30 minutes
AVAILABILITY
Thursday through Monday from 10.30am;
the last tasting is at 4.00pm.
Bookings are essential December through February.
COST
$10 per person
HOW TO FIND USÂ
ADDRESS
150 Church Road, Taradale Hawke's Bay, New Zealand
CONTACT US
Email us: info@churchroad.co.nz
or call us on 06 882 3098
OPENING HOURS
Cellar Door: Thursday - Monday 10:30am – 4:30pm, last tasting at 4:00pm
Restaurant: Thursday - Monday 11:30am – 2:30pm,
bookings are highly recommended.
Closed:Â Tuesday - Wednesday, some Public Holidays