Ascension Wine Estate

Your hosts, Alex and Susan Sipka, along with all the staff welcome you and your partner as you embark on this incredible journey. Our award winning premier Estate and Venue has been refined to host your ceremony, photos, canapés and reception all at one incredible location. Our passion is captured in handcrafted wine, inspired cuisine, attentive & friendly service and beautiful surroundings. Ascension Wine Estate is a truly unique setting to celebrate your wedding.

Throughout the four seasons, have peace of mind knowing that there is an alternative all-seasons, all-weather setting available. We offer a range of picture perfect options to select from, both indoors and outdoors. Our reception Venues are fully self-contained. The Belfry can easily cater for up to 220 guests. It includes a private bar, separate bathroom, in built sound and PA system and more. It can be configured to compliment your desired table layout. We offer a wide range of package options as well as incredible mid-week rates. Be sure to discuss all the options with our in house Wedding and Functions Managers. In last 20 years they have hosted about 1000 weddings, they will ensure that you not only receive the best value for your wedding, but that your day is effortless and seamless.

"Providing exceptional service and hospitality by exceeding expectations"

Our award winning Premier estate and venue is set amongst the vines of Matakana, on the Hibiscus Coast, just 45 minutes north of Auckland in the Rodney District.

Our passion is captured in handcrafted wine, inspired cuisine, attentive & friendly service and beautiful surroundings.

As one of the Top-rated Restaurants in the Matakana region of Auckland & Rodney district, ‘Osteria’ is a truly unique setting to come and enjoy fantastic food, wine and good old fashioned hospitality.

The word ‘Osteria’ evokes the hospitality and conviviality of ancient local Inns which date back to Roman times, where taverns were places to eat, drink and be merry.

The menu of our Modern day ‘Osteria’ is a snapshot of what Italy does best – exquisite food and wine in a romantic Mediterranean setting.

You are sure to find contemporary versions of many Italian classic dishes, including delicious pastas, risottos and Italian style pizzas as well as hearty main courses.

Our Executive chef Maya originally comes from Europe where she grew up on a farm. She learnt horticulture and agriculture, as well as cooking, preserving and making charcuterie; her style is contemporary, using modern technology.

We are entering a new season with a new concepts of working with a positive and creative team dedicated to every function. We can accommodate small groups, cocktail parties and concerts with a maximum of 3000 people.

We are also known for unique and magnificent weddings as well as private and corporate functions.

With a new concept, our restaurant will be open to people who want to taste the best-handcrafted boutique wines that we will serve with the platters.

At the heart of Ascension Wine Estate is a passion to create the finest wine and Italian cuisine and share it with friends, family and visitors. Eating in Italy is an art form and we invite you to dine the Italian way.

The menu our modern day Osteria is a depiction of what Italy does best – exquisite food and wine in a romantic Mediterranean setting. You are sure to find contemporary versions of many Italian classic dishes, including delicious pastas, risottos and rustic pizzas as well as hearty main courses.

Knowing the New Zealand weather, Ascension offers an array of dining venues, ensuring that even the rainy days can be spent in front of our fireplace. Other private dining option is in the Winery or in the Wine Cellar.

To make a booking at our ‘Osteria’ Function center couldn’t be easier. Bookings can be made online alex@ascensionwine.co.nz. With seating up to 160 persons both inside and outside, ‘Osteria’ is the perfect spot for a family get-together, private parties, cocktail dinners, weddings and concerts.