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About Us

All food and wine tours are personally guided by Phil Parker

Phil is a fourth generation New Zealander and has a background in physical therapy, and food & wine journalism. He has extensive wine knowledge, and personal contacts at all these local wineries.

Phil achieved a Pass With Merit in the internationally recognised WSET level 2 Certificate in Wines and Spirits. He has also completed a Montana Diploma of Wine Appreciation, and regularly attends industry tastings as both a wine writer and enthusiast. (Hey, someone has to do it!).

Phil personally guides each wine tour, providing an unobtrusive commentary, plus he provides detailed written tasting notes and information on all wines and wineries.

(Phil's Black Labrador, Jasper would also love to join you on a tour but he has a habit of barking very loudly at other dogs and will shamelessly beg for food at any opportunity).
Fine Wine & Naughty Lab Tours - ONLY by arrangement!

Phil started Fine Wine Tours in September 2000, and enjoys extending hospitality to visitors from New Zealand or overseas.

What Makes Fine Wine Tours Different?

"We like to do things with a sense of style and attention to detail. From having fresh flowers in the vehicle, to providing a complimentary restaurant guide, and many other refinements. Our aim is to make your wine tour as stress-free, relaxed and enjoyable as possible."

New Zealand's temperate climate is ideal for producing world-famous wines - like our zingy Sauvignon Blancs and buttery Chardonnays. Red grapes such as Pinot Noir and Merlot have also exceeded expectation, winning more medals with these fruit-led, silky soft wines.

Close to Central Auckland, the rolling, green countryside of West and North Auckland boasts dozens of wineries. In addition to their own premium grapes, many of these wineries source the best grapes from outside Auckland - Gisborne, Hawkes Bay , and even the South Island's famous Marlborough Sauvignon Blanc region. This means you will be able to taste a Marlborough Sauvignon Blanc, a Gisborne Chardonnay or a Hawkes Bay Merlot - all without leaving Auckland!

Join Fine Wine Tours on a relaxing, luxurious, wine-tasting adventure to some of New Zealand's prestige wineries. We'll also show you our beautiful rural countryside and breath-taking views of the West and Pacific coasts. We are the specialists for small, guided vineyard tours, in Auckland New Zealand.

"A Fine Wine Tour isn't just for the serious wine enthusiast. It's for anyone who's keen to enjoy our world-famous wines, share our beautiful scenery - and have fun!" says Phil

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Phone: +64 9 5295 007

Mobile: +64 021 626 529

Freephone within NZ: 0800 023 111

Tour Operation General Information:

• Fine Wine Tours holds a Transport Services Licence and Phil is a Certified Passenger Vehicle Driver.
• No smoking in the coach, please. Legal drinking age applies to wine tasting.
• The Fine Wine Tour is designed for adults, but we are prepared to quote on reduced prices (up to 50%) for children of our guests.
• Fine Wine Tours reserves the right to alter some tour details and pricing, if necessary.
• Loss or damage of items through theft or negligence is not the responsibility of Fine Wine Tours.