Mission Estate Restaurant

Description

Our story begins with a group of French Missionaries who sailed to New Zealand in 1838 with little more than their faith and a few vines. Mission Estate was established by these Missionaries in Hawke’s Bay in 1851, where vines were planted to produce both sacramental and table wine and New Zealand’s first winery was born. The first record of a commercial sale dates back to 1870 when a parcel of mostly dry reds was sold. The elegantly restored historic seminary building offers an attractive location for the unique, award-winning Mission Restaurant. Providing elegant, classic surroundings, stunning views, world class cuisine and wines combined with the stunning vineyard location makes Mission Restaurant one of Hawke's Bays premier venues. Mission Restaurant is undergoing extensive refurbishments over the winter months. Commencing 6th July, through to mid September, the restaurant will be open for lunch and dinner Friday, Saturday and Sunday only and our capacity is limited, so bookings are essential.