A wine tour of Kumeu

Where to go

BABICH WINES

For a history lesson and great hospitality, plus the terrace is the perfect place on a sunny day. babichwines.com

SOLJANS

A popular spot for lunch. Visit the cellar door for a wine flight, from the sparkling moscato to the tawny port. soljans.co.nz

KUMEU RIVER

A cellar door only. Stop by for a tasting of those chardonnays, and to learn about the history of this family-run business. kumeuriver.co.nz

COOPERS CREEK

Cosy in winter; gigs and picnics on the lawn in summer. cooperscreek.co.nz

WESTBROOK

( pictured below) Beautiful dining area overlooking manicured lawns. Explore the grounds and experience the wine and cheese pairing. westbrook.co.nz

THE HUNTING LODGE

The perfect place to finish, from pizza to fine dining, and some unique bottlings. thehuntinglodge.com

How to do it

It’s not far but if everyone wants to wine taste, arrange a driver. NZ Wine Pro (nzwinepro.co.nz) and Fine Wine Tours (finewinetours.co.nz) offer door-to-door service with an expert to introduce the history, the winemakers and the wines you taste, plus lunch is included.