Stories of The Landing

10 unique luxury experiences around New Zealand By MiNDFOOD | JULY 23, 2021 The Landing Vineyard & Winery Enjoy world-class hospitality, incredible comfort and unforgettable experiences at these iconic destinations. BAY OF ISLANDS – The Cellar Door Lunch at The Landing The Landing in the Bay of Islands is one of New Zealand’s truly awe- inspiring luxury retreats, and you can experience some of...

New Zealand Chardonnay – Jewel of the South Pacific March 9, 2021 - Updated on April 4th, 2021 When you think of New Zealand wine, does lip smacking Sauvignon Blanc come to mind? Brace yourself, Chardonnay is the island nation’s best kept secret. New Zealand Chardonnay is generally characterized by an elegant balance of minerality, fruit purity and crisp acidity. Due...

Amid the splendour of the Far North DENNIS & ROSAMUND KNILL visit a winery of grand proportions with luxurious accommodation to share a bounty of fine wine and gourmet delights. Don’t worry about packing an alarm clock. You only need to listen for the Kiwis that routinely punctuate the morning. And if you sleep through the dawn then there’s the chorus...

March 27, 2021 - by David Walker Bell - Original article Another of our Top 10 Tastings that became postponed in this crazy up and down levels computer game of Auckland life that we’re currently in. But. We got there and last night settled down to a superb collection of Syrahs from across New Zealand. All wines were opened a couple of hours before tasting and...

It has been a very busy time in the vineyard and winery and with such a hot and dry summer the fruit has been ripening rapidly. The vineyard team worked tirelessly to get bird nets to cover the grapes through the summer season in time with the rate at which the fruit was ripening.The first pick was on the 25th of January and was the...

The Landing – a taste of the best October 7, 2020 - by David Walker Bell  Could this be the best new vineyard and tasting experience in New Zealand? The Landing vineyard spreads over 23 gently sloping acres, surrounded by wetlands, 1.2 million new tree plantings, and all with jaw-droppingly scenic views. Established in 2007 – and with the new state of the...