Ash Ridge Winery: A Taste of Unique Handcrafted Wines in Hawke's Bay
Located in the scenic Bridge Pa Triangle, in Hawke's Bay, New Zealand, Ash Ridge Winery is a family-owned winery that specializes in Chardonnay and Syrah, but also makes a broad range of wines covering Hawke's Bay's key varietals.
At Ash Ridge Winery, visitors to the region can explore some of the best wines that New Zealand has to offer while indulging in the most exceptional hospitality.
Wine Tasting and Cellar Door Experience
The Ash Ridge Winery's cellar door and tasting room let visitors experience some of the most unique, handcrafted wines in New Zealand. For just $10 per person, visitors can try six different, limited edition wines that are all crafted onsite to reflect the unique vineyard and passion for wine-making. Guests will enjoy the panoramic views of the vineyard, while they are offered by well knowledgeable and friendly cellar door staff.
Wine Club Membership
Ash Ridge Winery also offers a wine club membership for wine lovers who cannot get enough of their unique wines. Becoming a member means that you will receive six bottles of their winemaker-selected wines delivered right to the door every six months. The club members also enjoy exclusive benefits and offers on wines, events, and experiences offered by Ash Ridge Winery.
Visits to Ash Ridge Winery
Visitors must be over the legal drinking age of 18 to buy alcoholic drinks in the region, as Ash Ridge Winery offers some of the most exclusive limited edition wines in New Zealand. For those who love to discover the various flavours of wine, Ash Ridge Winery is an ideal choice. Visitors can make the most of their time on the vineyard, enjoying the wines, the views with their family and friends, and even stay for lunch, where the wine complements the seasonal menu that celebrates the finest produce that the region offers.
Lauren Swift: The Master Winemaker
Ash Ridge Winery is a popular travel destination and is led by Lauren Swift, the winner of the prestigious Young Winemaker of the Year award in 2015. Since then, she has been an integral part of making Ash Ridge Winery what it is today, which is one of the most popular wineries in New Zealand’s Hawke's Bay.
When to Visit and How to Get there
Ash Ridge Winery is open seven days a week, and visitors are welcome between 11 am to 4 pm. To get to Ash Ridge Winery, drive South-East of Hastings, and about 25 minutes of driving will take you to the winery, which is perfectly located on the western side of Te Mata Peak. The road from the State Highway 50 is all sealed, so a car or a rental car would be ideal.
Ash Ridge Winery beckons those who love to explore unique places, and to experience some of the best wines that New Zealand has to offer.