F.A.W.C! The Monowai low-down

It’s time to wind-down for the year and discover the sweeter side of life at Monowai Estate. Forget the hustle and bustle and escape for a day of fun, fabulous food and delightful local wines.

Relax in the warming sun and feel yourself unwind to the sounds of local musician, Rick Toner, while you savour a glass of wine, devour platters of nibbles, and even join in on a wine tasting with winemaker, Emma Lowe.

Stretch your legs and discover the beauty of the stunning vineyard, while taking in the stunning views along the Ngaruroro River – now that’s something you don’t experience every day!

Challenge your friends and family to a friendly (or competitive!) game of petanque or croquet.

Kids are welcome to come along at no charge.

Ticket includes: Entry, 1 glass of wine, tasting of 6 wines, platter of nibbles and local musician Rick Toner.

Brimming with exquisite fresh produce and world-class food and wine, it’s clear to see why Hawke’s Bay is hailed as an epicurean’s dream destination. It’s a tough job knowing where to start, so that’s why we created F.A.W.C! Food and Wine Classic – your one-stop culinary festival that brings together the best on offer from across the region. With 70+ events set in stunning locations over 10 glorious days, Summer F.A.W.C! is proving life doesn’t get better than this.

Make the most of your F.A.W.C! experience by getting someone else to take care of the driving. Find out your options on the Transport page of the F.A.W.C! website.