Renowned for award-winning wines and breathtaking sea views, Cable Bay Vineyards is a Waiheke must-see.  Our vision is to hand-craft wines using the highest quality fruit from a small lot, premium sites and to offer our visitors the ultimate vineyard experience.

Here you’ll find a relaxing place to enjoy our award winning wine and exceptional cuisine. Our menu has been meticulously crafted, incorporating the finest locally sourced ingredients with a menu that combines our head chef international culinary journey.

Only 35 minutes from downtown Auckland by ferry, and 5 minutes from Matiatia by car.

93 Points – Cameron Douglas MW  & 5 stars/93 points – Wine Orbit – Waiheke Reserve Pinot Gris 2019

93 Points – Bob Campbell, 93 Points – James Suckling, 4 Star Cuisine Syrah Tasting – 2019 Syrah Estate Vineyard

91 points – The Real Review – Waiheke Rosé

94 points – The Real Review & 4.5 stars/91 points – Wine Orbit – 2019 Waiheke Voigner

GOLD – International Wine & Spirits Competition, Cable Bay, Awatere Valley Sauvignon Blanc, 2017

BRONZE – International Wine Challenge 2019 – Cable Bay, Awatere Valley Sauvignon Blanc, 2017

BRONZE – NZ Wine of the Year Awards – Cable Bay, Reserve Sauvignon Blanc, 2016

SILVER/94 points – New World Wine Awards – Cable Bay, Awatere Valley Sauvignon Blanc, 2017

Cuisine NZ Good Food Awards, Recommended Restaurant 2014

Cuisine NZ Good Food Awards, Recommended Restaurant 2013

Metro Top 50 Restaurant of the Year Awards 2013

Metro Top 50 Restaurant of the Year Awards 2012

•  Metro Top 50 Restaurant of the Year Awards 2011;
• Cuisine NZ Restaurant of the Year Awards 2010, Finalist
• Metro Restaurant of the Year Awards 2010; Winner Best Service
• Metro The Best 50 Bars in Auckland 2009; Top 10 Bars – ‘Where to watch the sun go down’
• Corporate Events Guide Best Private Hire Venue 2008
• Cuisine NZ Restaurant of the Year Awards 2008, Finalist
• Finalist Cuisine Restaurant of the Year Awards 2008
• Best Private Hire Venue 2008 – Corporate Events Guide People’s Choice Award
• Finalist Metro/Audi Restaurant of the Year Awards 2009
• Rated one of the Top Ten Auckland Bars by Metro Magazine

SWIFT RIVER TASTING | $20

Pinot Gris, 2022, Awatere Valley $27

Sauvignon Blanc, 2022, Awatere Valley $27

Pinot Rose, 2021 | 2022, Awatere Valley $34

Pinot Noir, 2019 | 2020, Awatere Valley $48

GLISTENING WATERS TASTING I $30

Viognier, 2021, Waiheke Island $39

Chardonnay, 2019, Waiheke Island $48

Syrah, 2019 |2020, Waiheke Island $54

Five Hills Merlot Malbec, 2019, Waiheke Island $54

EXPERIENCES

We recommend that you book these in advance.

VINEYARD TOUR AND TASTING I $60pp

A guided tour of our beautiful vineyard grounds, ending in the cellar door with our Waiheke Island wine tasting.

CONNOISSEUR TASTING I $80pp

A guided tour of our beautiful vineyard and grounds, as well as an extensive explanation of the wine making process at Cable Bay, finished off with Chef’s selection of cheeses and perfectly paired wines.

DESSERT AND WINE EXPERIENCE I $45pp

A selection of three of Chef’s desserts, paired with three Waiheke Island wines.

THE VERANDAH

Nestled amongst our vineyards and olive trees, the floor-to-ceiling windows frame the stunning views across the Hauraki Gulf to Auckland city. A modern yet effortlessly comfortable space with refreshing indoor-outdoor flow and sliding screens that open up looking out over the lawn.

Our menu has been created to please and our talented Head Chef, Phillip Smith, sources local ingredients from New Zealand’s finest producers, as well as seasonal produce from our own Organic kitchen gardens at the vineyard. The menu features favourites such as wood-fired pizzas and sharing platters, as well as beautifully plated market fish and meat dishes.

Cable Bay villa & luxury studio guesthouse

Nestled amongst established gardens, olive trees and fruit orchards with sweeping views towards Matiatia Bay, the Cable Bay Villa is a peaceful sanctuary just a few minutes from Oneroa village. This luxurious home is perfect for groups, wonderfully designed so that guests can escape to separate nooks yet large enough to accommodate gatherings and celebrations. This property has all the modern conveniences as well as luxury additions to ensure your stay is effortless and comfortable.

Located adjacent to the Cable Bay Villa, the studio is a beautifully appointed modern space equipped with everything you might need for a weekend getaway. The studio is able to be booked in addition to the villa or separately.