Discover why this family-owned winery has been described by NZ wine author Peter Saunders as “the regional star of Matakana” and what led the judges at last year’s Manaakitanga Awards to announce Ascension Wine Estate the ‘Outstanding Winery Experience’
Just 39 minutes north of the Auckland CBD, Ascension handcrafts critically-acclaimed wine from both rare and well known varieties and is home to a multi-award winning bistro that has won ‘Must Visit’ status from Cuisine.
Relax alfresco with views of vineyards, rolling farmland and the fountain courtyard which is planted with heirloom herbs and vegetables for Ascension’s kitchen.