In 1993, having recognised the outstanding potential of the Hawke’s Bay’s Gimblett Gravels winegrowing district, Trinity Hill became one of the region’s early pioneers, planting grapevines on a barren plot which continues to produce exceptional wines today.
True to our roots, we pride ourselves on crafting especially food friendly wines made from the classic varieties Hawke’s Bay has become internationally recognised for, these being Syrah, Chardonnay, Merlot and Cabernet Sauvignon, along with several varieties that Hawke’s Bay is lesser known for, such Pinot Noir, Pinot Gris and Sauvignon Blanc.
We also produce wines from varieties which are rarely, if at all, planted in New Zealand, such as Marsanne, Roussanne, Viognier, Tempranillo, Touriga Nacional and Touriga Francesa. Our wines are made using traditional techniques, sometimes even including foot stomping, or pigeage.
Chief Winemaker Warren Gibson has led the Trinity Hill winemaking and vineyard teams since 1997 and is recognised as one of Hawke’s Bay’s, most experienced and successful winemakers. The vintages he has produced since arriving at Trinity Hill have earned him the accolades of New Zealand Winemaker of the Year (Winestate Magazine, 2005), and Winemaker of the Year (Mercedes Benz Hawke’s Bay Wine Show, 2006).
Trinity Hill Gimblett Gravels wines are all crafted from vineyards within the small, sub-region. Deposited by a wandering river, these unique, stony soils create wines of character and personality.
Trinity Hill has 3 vineyards in this unique grape growing sub-region of Hawke’s Bay, and our icon wine, Homage, is recognised worldwide as one of the benchmark Syrahs produced.
New Zealand architect Richard Priest designed the distinctively farm-structure inspired winery, with the first stage ready in time for the 1997 harvest.
The impressive building now also plays host to Trinity Hill’s Cellar Door, with striking views of the white barrel room and expansive lawn.
Trinity Hill’s Cellar Door is open for tastings and platters 7 days, 11am-5pm.
Ngā mihi o Matariki, te tau hou Māori.
Matariki is a celebration in Aotearoa New Zealand that honours our season of winter under our stars. The rising of Matariki on the eastern horizon signals the start of a new cycle of life and the promise of new growth.
We wish to extend our welcome for you & your loved ones to celebrate Matariki at our Cellar Door, open tomorrow 11am-5pm.
Booking is encouraged via https://trinityhill.com/bookings or by phoning 06 879 7778
Photo: Richard Brimer
Jun 22
Truly great Chardonnay is exhilarating. When all the elements – ripe fruit, savory oak, refreshing acidity – are in balance, working together in harmony, the result is a sublime combination of richness and power coupled with sophistication and refinement. This is our vision when making Chardonnay, and what we feel we have captured in our Single Vineyard 125 Gimblett 2020.... and it's not just us...
- Gold Medal, NZ International Wine Show 2022
- 97 Points, Sam Kim, Wine Orbit
- 5 Stars, Cameron Douglas MS
- 5 Stars, Candice Chow
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Photo: @burntbuttertable
Jun 16
We're thrilled to say our Gimblet Gravels Syrah 2020 took home a Gold Medal at the Decanter Wine Awards 2022!
The judges noted, "Delicate, elegant smoky black fruits with delicious dark cherry, baked plums and layers of oak spice, smoke and leather. Youthful and quite powerful, excellent." Is your mouth watering too or just us? Don't forget to place an order while you can: trinityhill.com
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Jun 13
Happy International Rosé Day!!
You may be wondering why we've used this image - well it's because both our Hawke's Bay Rosé 2021 and our Single Vineyard Molly's Block Rosé 2021 are made from 100% Syrah grapes!
The grapes are rapidly and gently pressed with only the “free-run” juice used to produce elegant wines, low in phenolics (or tannins). Deliciously fruity and crisp, both are best served chilled, so why not rug up by the fire and enjoy a winter Rosé!
Head to trinityhill.com to make a purchase or to book a Rosé tasting at our Cellar Door.
Photo: @simonyoungphotographer
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Jun 10
We asked Emilie from @burntbuttertable to create the perfect dish to enjoy with our Single Vineyard 125 Gimblett Chardonnay 2020, and it’s fair to say that she has nailed the brief! How incredible does this Pappardelle with a lemon butter sauce, baby spinach, goats cheese, preserved lemon and walnuts look!
Don't worry - we have the full recipe for you so you can recreate this incredible gastronomic experience at home for your loved ones: trinityhill.com/news/burnt-butter-table-pappardelle/
Don’t forget to order some of our Single Vineyard 125 Gimblett Chardonnay 2020 to really elevate the evening.
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Jun 10
Cheers to the long weekend! Our Cellar Door is open all weekend & Queen's Birthday, 11am-5pm. Be sure to book online to secure a spot, https://trinityhill.com/bookings/
Photo: @simonyoungphotographer
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Jun 3
Happy Chardonnay Day!
The timing for this year's Chardonnay Day couldn't be more perfect... On the back of our International Chardonnay Trophy at the @internationalwinechallenge for our Gimblett Gravels Chardonnay 2020, its big brother, the 125 Gimblett Chardonnay 2020, has also just won a Gold Medal award at the #internationalwineandspiritschallenge!
Our Chief Winemaker Warren Gibson says, “The 125 Gimblett Road vineyard site has a history of making Chardonnay from the early 1980’s being one of the original sites planted on what is now known as the Gimblett Gravels. A replanting over the last 15 years is now paying serious dividends. The site consistently provides perfectly ripe fruit that is gently transformed into delicious, complex and powerful wines that we aim to sit alongside the great Chardonnays of the world.”
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May 25
The last of our 2022 harvest wine has now gone to barrel, where it will rest and soak up some oaky goodness before it goes to bottle. Our winemakers are never far away during this process, constantly checking and tasting to ensure optimum flavour development.
Photo: @simonyoungphotographer
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May 23
2396 State Highway 50
(Roy’s Hill Road) RD,
Hastings, New Zealand, 4175
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