Harris Estate

Looking for a French-style winery in New Zealand?

Look no further than Harris Estate, located in the beautiful Waipara region. The vineyard is planted densely with vines, meaning you get consistent ripening and a more consistent crop. Plus, with double the plants per hectare, the vines are always competing to produce the best fruit possible. And with owner Daryl Harris at the helm, you know you're in good hands.

While the property was recently purchased by the Jenkins family and renamed Heritage School Vineyards, you can still find information about the estate wines, winemaking, and the Jenkins family on their website.

Though not well-known as a tourism destination, Waipara is a region known for its wineries. And if you're looking for a beautiful destination and home to New Zealand's first sauvignon blanc, check out The Hunting Lodge in Waimauku, just a 35-minute drive from central Auckland. Aucklanders love it for its takeaway menu and liquid-lunching options.