When? Saturday the 4th February – 6.00pm – 8.30pm
Where? Wrights Vineyard & Winery, 1093 Wharerata Road, Manutuke

We are excited to host Franzi Corker, at our Cellar Door on the 4th February Saturday evening from 6pm to 8.30pm. Tickets include a free glass of bubbles on arrival. Limited tickets available.
Franzi is a Wairoa musician, originally hailing from Weimar, Germany. She once played guitar in a bluegrass band with 2 banjos, has been working the busking circuit of Hawkes Bay, and most recently performed as the lead singer and guitarist in the Wairoa cover band Blurred Lines. Her style is influenced by traditional Americana, as well as more recent pop rock and folk. She has a special love for 90’s female singer-songwriters.

Tickets available online.
Cheese platters will be available on the evening for purchase, plus our build your own gourmet picnic will be operating as well.
For enquiries email info@wrightswines.co.nz or call 027 656 8222.

Here’s a couple of videos from some of her recent gigs with her coverband:

When? Sunday the 5th of February – 11.00 am to 4.00 pm.
Where? Wrights Vineyard & Winery – 1093 Wharerata Road, Manutuke 4010

We are excited to invite you to our Family Fun Day at the Vineyard on Sunday the 5th February from 11.00 am to 4.00 pm.
Free entry!

Bring your families and friends and come around, have some fun with the bouncy castle and enjoy Muru’s live music starting at 1.00 pm. Will be available for purchase : our freshly cooked pizzas and yummy ice creams from the Ice Cream Bros, the great selection of gourmet products from our Build Your Own Gourmet Picnics range, lovely glasses of wine…

Come and join us for a fun day!
To secure a table, book at info@wrightswines.co.nz or give us a call 027 656 8222

When? Saturday the 8th of April – 7.00 pm to 8.30 pm.
Where? Wrights Vineyard & Winery – 1093 Wharerata Road, Manutuke 4010

We are excited to invite you to our Cheese, Dessert & Wine Match Evening at the Vineyard on Saturday the 8th April from 7.00 pm to 8.30 pm.

You may find it tricky, but wine and dessert pairings can be incredible. During this evening, you will get to try 4 desserts and 4 wines that perfectly pair together. We will give you all the right tools to make great wine/dessert associations to take home with you!

Cost per person is $95. Limited tickets available online here! Tickets include 4 glasses of wine, 4 desserts, cheeses on arrival plus a complimentary glass of pink bubbles and cheese platter at end of wine and food match.

We will be providing a good substantial amount of food and desserts will be served to individual customers and the ticket is per person.

For enquiries email info@wrightswines.co.nz or call 027 656 8222.

Dessert & Wine Match Evening

When? Saturday the 8th of April – 12.00 pm to 4.00 pm.
Where? Wrights Vineyard & Winery – 1093 Wharerata Road, Manutuke 4010

This Easter Weekend is going to be an exciting one with both our Dessert & Wine Match Evening and Harvest Festival.

But we forgot to mention that on Sat 8 April, we are also going to do 4 x 30 minute sessions of Winemaker Tastings during the afternoon (12pm, 1pm, 2pm, 3pm).
You’ll get to visit and do tastings in the winery with the winemaker, including tastings of the 2023 vintage wines in the making.
And it’s only $10 per person.

For enquiries and bookings, email info@wrightswines.co.nz or call 027 656 8222.

When? Sunday the 9th of April – 11.00 am to 4.30 pm.
Where? Wrights Vineyard & Winery – 1093 Wharerata Road, Manutuke 4010

Come and enjoy our Harvest Festival Easter Sunday from 11am – 4.30pm at our Cellar Door at Wrights Vineyard and Winery, Gisborne.

It’s been a crazy summer in Gisborne, time to come together and have some fun. We have two bands playing from 12 – 4pm. With Franzi Corker and Muru playing live. We have the famous Ice Cream Bros from Gisborne, Gourmet Pizza’s and Build Your Own Gourmet Picnics available.

It is important to know, that any customers on Easter Sunday/Harvest Festival whom attend; are present at our Cellar Door for the purpose of dining. Under the Easter Sunday liquor legislation for us to trade, customers must be dining. The definition of dining is not just nibbling, but enjoying more substantial food.

We will have our organic wines available, plus selection of local beers and non alcoholic drinks.

Entrance is $10.
The event is limited! To ensure you can make it, grab some tickets here (see link below).
Tickets are non refundable, if the event is looking quite wet and unsafe we will post on facebook a change of date, otherwise we plan to go a head this Easter Sunday.

You can pre-order a Gourmet Picnic Box from us, which will be waiting for you to enjoy at our cellar door (see link below).
The Gourmet Picnic Box will include : selection of three cheeses, 1/2 loaf of ciabatta bread, two chutneys/spreads, 2 fruit juices, 1/2 roll of salami. The picnic box comes with chopping board, cheese knifes, picnic box. The total cost is $45.

The event is open to families and been Easter Sunday there could be a guest appearance from an Easter Bunny on the day…

For enquiries, email info@wrightswines.co.nz or call 027 656 8222.

Harvest Festival – Easter Sunday 9th April

Gourmet Picnic Box Cellar Door Only

When? Saturday the 27th of May – 6.30 pm to 8.00 pm.
Where? Wrights Vineyard & Winery – 1093 Wharerata Road, Manutuke 4010

To celebrate International Chardonnay Day, we are very excited to invite you to our private and very intimate Vertical Tasting Wrights Organic Chardonnays, held at our winery on Saturday 27 May, from 6.30 – 8.00pm.

On this exceptional evening, we will bring out seven of our very limited 5 star rated Wrights Organic Chardonnays, up to the 2013 vintage. All have been 5 star rated by Aotearoa New Zealand Organic Wine Awards, The Wine Orbit, Cameron Douglas… The tasting will be held on redwood tables at the very heart of our winery and commented by the owner and winemaker himself. Individual portions of a delicious crumbed Fish & Chips from Aberdeen Fish Shop will be served during the evening.

This event is exclusive & intimate so don’t wait to book a ticket here, $55 per person.
For enquiries email info@wrightswines.co.nz or call 027 656 8222.

Save the Date for Summer Tunes in the Vines!

On Saturday January 6th, from 1.00 to 4.00 PM, we’re turning up the volume for an afternoon of live music with the incredible Muru and his acoustic guitar!

Date: Saturday, January 6th
Time: Our Cellar will be open from 11.00 AM – 5.00 PM. Music starts from 1.00 PM – 4.00 PM
Location: Wrights Vineyard & Winery, 1093 Wharerata road, 4010 Manutuke

Will be available :
Freshly cooked pizzas: Our delectable gourmet pizzas will be available throughout the event.
Gourmet picnics: Our deli area will be open. You can choose from a delightful selection of preserves – bread, crackers, cheeses, olives, salami, dips, and more. You can also pre-book your gourmet picnics here: https://www.wrightswines.co.nz/…/gourmet-picnic-box…/

It’s a FREE event, and all ages are welcome!

For more information and bookings, contact us at info@wrightswines.co.nz or give us a ring at 027 656 8222.

Spread the word, bring your picnic blankets, and join us for a fantastic time.

See you there!

Get ready for our Family Fun Day !

Join us on Easter Sunday, March 31st, for an enjoyable day filled with laughter, music, and endless delights at our vineyard!

Date: Easter Sunday, March 31st
Time: Gates open at 11:00 AM
Live Music: From 12:00 PM to 4:00 PM featuring Muru and Jason Golden Rule

On the day, indulge in:
Home made pizzas
Ice Creams from the Ice Cream Bros
Cupcake Decorating: Get creative with your cupcakes for just $2. Customize your treats with an array of toppings and decorations.
Deli Area: Gourmet picnic options available to craft a delightful picnic from a great selection of treats.
Easter Egg Hunt: Join the fun and hunt for Easter eggs hidden throughout the vineyard!

Just a reminder, on Easter Sunday, all customers at our Cellar Door are required to be present for dining purposes. According to Easter Sunday liquor legislation, trading is only permitted for customers engaged in dining activities. Please note that ‘dining’ refers to enjoying substantial food, not just nibbling. We will not be conducting wine tastings or liquor sales for customers who are not dining at our Cellar Door.
However, we’ll have our organic wines along with a selection of local beers and non-alcoholic beverages available for those dining with us.

Tickets can be purchased here : https://www.wrightswines.co.nz/shop/order-direct/1872390/

Entry Fee: $10 per person | FREE for under 20’s. Limited tickets available.
Location: 1093 Wharerata Road, Manutuke
Contact: info@wrightswines.co.nz | 027 656 8222

Pack your picnic blankets, bring along the whole family and get ready for a fun day!

See you there!