Waiheke Island > Man O' War
Man O' War |
16/20
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725 Man O' War Bay Rd, Waiheke Island New Zealand
Open 11am to 4pm (6pm on warm fine days), 7 days Cards MC,V, |
Tasting Bench
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The Verdict
To "Cellarbrate": Nice feel, passionate staff, great outdoor space with beach views, the only cellar door we visited on Waiheke Island that does not charge a tasting fee To "Wine about": 9km gravel road to get there by car (although there are some sensational views along the way!) How many bottles did we buy: 1 Suitable for: Couples, Groups and Families Visited May 2016 (weekday) |
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Getting There
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Country
State/Province
Region
Accessibility
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New Zealand
North Island
Waiheke Island
Paved road to almost the east end of the island followed by 9km of relatively good quality gravel road. You can also access this vineyard by helicopter or boat (which we understand is a pretty popular mode of transport on weekends and in summer!)
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Upon Arrival
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Parking
Setting
Commercial/Boutique
Ambiance
Airconditioning/Fireplace
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There are a good number of gravel carparks and there is also parking next door for visitors to the beach
This cellar door is the only cellar door directly on a beach on Waikeke island. It has beautiful lawns with outdoor tables, umbrellas and bean bags where you can enjoy a tasting platter.
Commercial
The tasting room is purpose built with a modern Hamptons feel, warm wood tones and some antique like furniture
No/No
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Tasting Experience
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Number of wines on tasting
Particular wines or varietals known for
Wait time
Knowledge of wines
Staff attitude
Winery Tour Offered
Tasting seating available at counter
Tasting sheet/order form provided for notes
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9
Syrah
No wait
Great knowledge of the wines, the vineyards and the history of the winery
Very passionate and knowledgeable about Man O' War wines but also wine in general. Always nice to talk to a fellow wine lover!
No
No, but there is a tasting table in the room plus some lovely looking leather armchairs
There is a folder of tasting notes on the tasting bench
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Food Offering
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Yes/No
Restaurant/Café/Tasting platter
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Yes
Tasting platters are available for purchase that can be eaten outside on the lawns and in winter there is a heated enclosed pavillion. You can also purchase wine from the cellar door to complement the tasting platters
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Hip Pocket
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Price range of wines
Tasting Fee
Refundable on purchase?
Tour Fee
Delivery cost per dozen
Club Membership with Discounts etc
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$28-$43
Free
N/A
N/A
$0 - $15
Yes, 10% discount for commitment to purchase 12 bottles a year
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Other features, facilities and offerings
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Gift Shop
Toys/play area for kids
Dog friendly
By the way...
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Basic, wine accessories and Man O' War olive oils (which were also available for tasting), honey and sparkling water
Yes, outdoor ball games for the lawns plus mini table tennis tables on the verandah
Yes, outside only on a leash
Mobile phone/internet reception can be a little patchy on this part of the island so make sure you grab a wine map from the ferry on the way over and map out where you are heading in advance!
This place has a really nice feel and the only place on the island that doesn't charge a tasting fee. Would be a nice place to spend the afternoon and we think the 9km of gravel road to get there was worth it! |
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