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Visit These Top Wine Bars in Auckland

19/02/2025

Wine is more than just a drink; it’s a versatile experience. Wine means something different for everyone. Some view it as a moment of reprieve from a busy week, while others love the craft and attention to the process. Tossing one back, tasting a few flutes or swirling a nice red in a glass are all ways to enjoy the allure of the drink. Whether you’re looking to indulge over some loud conversation during a busy night in Ponsonby, or take a leisurely sip while looking over the Viaduct– the best wine bars in Auckland feature a wide variety to successfully encapsulate any aficionado’s dream.

  • Atelier

    Auckland CBD, Auckland, North Island

    French chic meets industrial at Atelier on K’Road. Known for their lengthy beverage selection, this establishment is a must-visit. First and foremost, Atelier sticks to their roots. After all, only a French place would offer four different types of butter on their menu. As for drinks, they have wines originating from France and Spain, as well as locally sourced options. Finally, they have a champagne bar to cater to more refined occasions or those with luxury tastes.

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  • Bellini Bar @ The Hilton

    Auckland CBD, Auckland, North Island

    Perched right on the edge of the wharf at the Hilton Auckland, Bellini Bar offers an all-day luxury experience. By day they offer services such as high tea, and by night they act as a sultry bar. Bellini offers a plethora of choices when it comes to beverages, from cocktails, to whisky, to pages dedicated to different types of wine. Their wine list changes to accommodate shifts in the menu, emulating the beauty of impermanence during your visit

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  • Ground Wine Bar

    Auckland CBD, Auckland, North Island

    If you’ve always wanted to experience being in a wine den, Ground Wine Bar takes that aspiration to heart. This establishment is hidden in plain sight underneath Cahn’s Wines and Spirits shop. Instead of a dingy, dark cave, visitors will be greeted by a minimalist modern interior, but the real charm lies in the wine. On occasion, patrons may receive a walkthrough of their order from the knowledgeable owners.

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  • Crown Range Lounge

    Parnell, Auckland, North Island

    Good food, wine and music go hand in hand, and Crown Range Lounge brings the trinity together in a seamless experience. Nestled in the charming streets of Parnell, this rustic bar takes elements from a little bit of everywhere in their food menu. As for drinks, they have an ample range of wines, as well as spirits, cocktails and non-alcoholic beverages

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  • It's perfect for casual drinks and share plates while enjoying the city bustle
    You need to try a side of French fries
    Look out for the escargots, vodka cured salmon and homemade tagliatelle

    Paname Social

    Auckland CBD, Auckland, North Island

    Inspired by various regions across Europe, Paname Social is a wine bar and bistro planted right in the center of Auckland CBD. Largely inspired by Paris, France, nothing gets more French than indulging in some tapas with a glass of wine in the afternoon. A modern and classy interior reflects the bistro’s menu which consists of a variety of sharing plates alongside a varied wine list as well as a suitable selection of cocktails.

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