News
Below is our company's latest news and press articles.
24-Apr-2013
Elephant Hill 2013 Vintage Staff
Two of our vintage team members are German this year, therefore the team sat down and enjoyed Zwiebelkuchen (Onion Pie) and Federweisser (fermenting wine or must), a tradition in Germany during harvest, and... read more
11-Apr-2013
Autumn Update at Elephant Hill by Tweet2eat
Ryan Jennings of Tweet2eat dined at Elephant Hill this week. Read his comments of our new Autumn menu and click on the link below to read the full article. "Beef tartare has always been a favourite di... read more
21-Mar-2013
4 star recognition for our 2010 Chardonnay
2010 Elephant Hill Chardonnay receives 4 Stars and ranked 16th out of 119 Chardonnays tasted by wine writer Yvonne Lorkin. Dish Magazine Chardonnay Tasting Panel April-May 2013 For the latest Dish T... read more
19-Mar-2013
Easter & Anzac Day 2013 - Opening Hours
We look forward to welcoming you to Elephant Hill this coming Easter weekend & Anzac Day. EASTER Our Restaurant is open all weekend for lunch & dinner with NO holiday surcharge. Click h... read more
05-Feb-2013
Degustation Dinner Series for 2013
We are pleased to announce the dates for our 2013 Degustation Dinners. Friday 26 July Friday 30 August Friday 27 September Your evening will include a fabulous 7 course dinner created by our... read more
05-Feb-2013
Wine: A name to remember by John Hawkesby
John Hawkesby writes ... If syrah spins your wheels, then Elephant Hill deserves your attention. The Hawkes Bay winery, a close neighbour to the revered Clearview Estate, is rapidly coming of age. ... read more
31-Jan-2013
Hawke's Bay Syrah a hit with the "Masters"
Hawke's Bay Syrah is a hit with the 'Masters' - Matthew Jukes Master of Wine and Hendrik Thoma Master Sommelier discuss the Elephant Hill and Trinity Hill Syrahs - We are delighted, this is a fantastic endo... read more
20-Dec-2012
2011 Elephant Hill Pinot Noir receives 5 star rating with ENO World Wine
Elephant Hill's 2011 Pinot Noir was chosen in the top 6 out of 40 NZ Pinot Noir wines submitted to the ENO World Wine Tastings and received a 5 Star rating. ... read more
12-Dec-2012
Coastal Winery Expands by Joelle Thomson
Joelle Thomson writes about Elephant Hill's expansion in the Hawke's Bay region with her interview with Steve Skinner. Read the full article on the pdf link below.
Coastal Winery Expands by Joelle Thomson (694 KB)
05-Dec-2012
Raymond Chan gives our Airavata Syrah 5 stars!!!
Elephant Hill ‘Airavata' Hawke's Bay Syrah 2009 ‘Airavata' is the Hindu king-god of elephants and is the label for exceptional releases. This is the third such wine, the previous being a S... read more
05-Dec-2012
Yvonne Lorkin writes about Elephant Hill
Yvonne Lorkin writes...... Before you ask, there is no actual spot on the map named Elephant Hill. Yet driving up the striking, palm-lined driveway towards the winery restaurant, you can indeed co... read more
27-Nov-2012
Cameron J. Douglas joins us at Elephant Hill
We had the pleasure of Cameron J. Douglas's company at our recent F.A.W.C.! event, Syrah at Elephant Hill with John Hawkesby. Cameron is New Zealand’s first and only Master Sommelier. He added his t... read more
27-Nov-2012
F.A.W.C.! Events at Elephant Hill
The inaugural Hawkes Bay Food And Wine Classic, F.A.W.C.!, was a huge success for Elephant Hill and for Hawkes Bay. We have some fabulous photos on Facebook to share with you - click on the links belo... read more
25-Oct-2012
Syrah at Elephant Hill with John Hawkesby - 3 November
Syrah at Elephant Hill with John Hawkesby - a one off very special event. Limited tickets are available for this Exclusive F.A.W.C.! event being held at Elephant Hill, 3 November. Read the write... read more
15-Oct-2012
Elephant Hill features in two high profile Magazines this month
Elephant Hill is featuring in two magazine's this month! Editor Joelle Thomson from Drinksbiz Magazine writes "King Of The Hill" "Hawke's Bay is the most diverse wine region in the country, which is... read more
03-Oct-2012
Labour Weekend Hours
Our Restaurant hours this labour weekend are: Friday, Saturday & Sunday open for Lunch and dinner from 12 midday Monday lunch only from 12 midday Click here (http://www.elephanthill.co.nz/re... read more
24-Sep-2012
F.A.W.C.! events at Elephant Hill
We are very pleased to be hosting 2 events to the upcoming F.A.W.C.! Summer Series. Syrah at Elephant Hill with John Hawkesby on 3 November Elephant Hill Chefs in Homes on 10 November. Click h... read more
10-Sep-2012
Signature Dish 2012
Hawke’s Bay top hospitality establishments and their leading chefs are set to take part in a regional bonanza showcasing the best of our region’s food and wine to find the Hawke’s Bay&rsqu... read more
27-Aug-2012
Degustation Dinner Series - Menu for 28 September
Elephant Hill Degustation Menu Friday 28 September 2012 Scampi cocktail, smoked tomato fool Pol Roger NV Brut Salmon tartare, celeriac & horseradish rémoulade, pickled cucumb... read more
08-Aug-2012
Elephant Hill Restaurant rated 4 stars with Cuisine NZ Magazine
Recently the Cuisine NZ Restaurant of the Year Award Winners for 2012 were announced. Elephant Hill was nominated as a top 50 Restaurant and in the category of Winery Restaurant of the Year. Whilst w... read more
07-Aug-2012
Anne Krebiehl gives her take on NZ Wine Medal Winners including our Elephant Hill 2009 Syrah
Anne Krebiehl, from Harpers Wine & Spirits Trade Reviews, offers her Olympics take on New Zealand Wine Medal Winners! Below is the review which includes our 2009 Syrah. Syrah = Fencing: The most ... read more
01-Aug-2012
Degustation Dinner Series - menu for 24 August
Elephant Hill Degustation Menu Friday 24 August 2012 Tio Point oysters, palm sugar dressing Pol Roger NV Brut Prosciutto & baby cos salad, quail egg, kalamata tapenade 2011 Elepha... read more
19-Jul-2012
Elephant Hill invests further in the New Zealand Wine Industry
Press Release - 18 July 2012 Elephant Hill is very pleased to announce a significant additional commitment to the growth and development of Hawke’s Bay New Zealand as an internationally recognise... read more
04-Jul-2012
We have a new winter menu for you to experience
Our Head Chef, Ashley Jones, has just launched our new winter menu for you. Below is a tempter - Poached salmon, crayfish tortelline, bisque sauce, leeks & Pernod fool Pepper crusted venison s... read more
02-Jul-2012
Degustation Dinner Series - Menu for 27 July
Elephant Hill Degustation Menu Friday 27 July 2012 Queen scallop soufflé Pol Roger NV Brut Buffalo mozzarella balloon, gazpacho mousse, olive salt 2011 Elephant Hill ... read more
01-Jul-2012
Lunch for Locals
Visit us for lunch during July & August (Monday to Friday) and for $35 per person you can experience a delicious main course and glass of wine here at Elephant Hill. This offer is only for Jul... read more
28-Jun-2012
Raymond Chan Wine Reviews Elephant Hill wines
Raymond Chan is a highly respected wine advisor in the New Zealand wine scene with over two decades of wine judging, retailing and writing experience. Raymond recently reviewed a selection of Elephant Hill'... read more
21-Jun-2012
Elephant Hill is announced as a finalist in Cuisine NZ's Top 50 Restaurants in New Zealand
We are delighted to announce that our fabulous Restaurant has been selected as one of 50 finalists in the Cuisine NZ Restaurant of the Year Awards 2012. What an achievement for our Restaurant & Kitchen... read more
14-Jun-2012
Ashley & Vince discuss whats coming up at Elephant Hill
The 2012 Degustation Series is back at this Te Awanga winery with the first event on the 29th June. I was fortunate enough to book a group of us into this last year and so asked the guys what the format is for ... read more
13-Jun-2012
Elephant Hill Harvest Report 2012
The Key points for 2012 were Patience and Meticulous vineyard practices. Brittany Thompson, Viticulturist and Steve Skinner, Winemaker have this to say about harvest 2012. “Patienc... read more
06-Jun-2012
Degustation Dinner Series - Menu for 29 June
Elephant Hill Degustation Menu Friday 29 June 2012 Salmon tartare, white anchovy & horseradish, crisp shallot 2011 Elephant Hill Rosé Cauliflower... read more
31-May-2012
Our Degustation Dinner Series is back.....
We're very pleased to announce the return of our fabulous Degustation Dinner Series for 2012. The dates are... 29 June 27 July 24 August 28 September Below is the first dinn... read more
30-May-2012
Queens Birthday Hours
We look forward to seeing you this Queens Birthday weekend. Our opening hours are.... Saturday, open for lunch (we're closed for a private function Saturday night). Sunday, open for... read more
28-May-2012
Hawkes Bay Charity Wine Auction this weekend
Another superb event The Hawke's Bay Charity Wine Auction is on this weekend. Elephant Hill have sponsored a special Lot - wait for it ......... Degustation dinner for 8 people designed by Executive Chef Ash... read more
28-May-2012
Hot Red Hawkes Bay Wine Expo
Elephant Hill will be at the Hot Red Hawkes Bay Wine Expo which kicks off this week. This is a great event showcasing over 100 of the best selected wines from over 20 of Hawke's Bay's wineries. You couldn't s... read more
09-May-2012
Our 2012 Harvest Cellar team
Harvest 2012 – The Elephant Hill winemaking team Between March and May every year we have a group of cellar hands that join us for ‘Vintage’. At this critical and exciting time of year... read more
23-Apr-2012
Anzac Day Opening Hours
We are open this Wednesday for lunch and dinner in the Restaurant so come and make the most of your day off and enjoy our fabulous food. Cellar Door will be open from 1pm as required by law. We look... read more
19-Apr-2012
Elephant Hill showcased on MasterChef NZ
Were you one of the over 485,000 New Zealanders that viewed this weeks MasterChef NZ episode on TV1? Elephant Hill was showcased along with other Hawkes Bay icons such as Black Barn & HB Farmers Market... read more
05-Apr-2012
Easter Opening Hours
We look forward to welcoming you to Elephant Hill this Easter weekend. Our Restaurant is open all weekend for lunch & dinner with NO holiday surcharge. Click here to view our new Autumn me... read more
19-Mar-2012
New Award, New Wine, New Harvest
New Award - another one for the 2010 Syrah. New Wine - add this one to your "must try" list. New Harvest - some pictures from the very first day of harvest. ... read more
07-Mar-2012
Winestate Magazine reviews 2 of our wines
We are very pleased to announce 2 new outstanding reviews for our wines, as below. 2009 Reserve Syrah 4 1/2 stars "Built to last, this is a powerful red, estate-grown at Te Awanga, blended with ... read more
02-Mar-2012
Jancis Robinson endorses the "new" New Zealand
Have a read of this great article from the UK Financial Times. Elephant Hill 2009 Syrah features amongst other fantastic New Zealand wines. ... read more
01-Mar-2012
Introducing Vince Labat - our new Sales & Marketing Manager
Elephant Hill Winery has appointed a new Head of Marketing, Vince Labat. With Elephant Hill Winery coming up three years old now, it's a well established destination for city escapists and the local dining ... read more
09-Feb-2012
Building up to Harvest 2012 with Viticulturist Brittany Thompson
We have managed to get Brittany out of the vineyards to give us a run down on how things are shaping up for the 2012 harvest. ... read more
31-Jan-2012
USA based freelance travel, food and wine writer Diana Rowe visits Elephant Hill
USA based freelance travel, food and wine writer Diana Rowe visited Hawkes Bay recently and paid us a visit. “My farewell to Hawke’s Bay was one last visit to a winery, Elephant Hill Wine... read more
20-Dec-2011
Behind the Elephant Hill Restaurant summer menu with Chef Ashley Jones
Tweet2eat heads out to Te Awanga to see what Chef Ashley Jones has in store for Hawke's Bays dining locals and visiting tourists over summer at the Elephant Hill Winery Restaurant. We start with the foodie ... read more
15-Dec-2011
Bob Campbell gives Elephant Hill 2011 Pinot Gris a 5 star rating!
Elephant Hill Pinot Gris 2011 "Weighty wine with impressively pure pear and quince flavours. smooth textured with a lengthy finish. A textbook example of this variety" 93/100 Bob Campbell is one ... read more
02-Dec-2011
Elephant Hill contributes to helping save another orphaned elephant
Only days after little Musolole was rescued in Sioma Ngwesi, the EOP team was called out to Livingstone to help with another orphaned elephant calf! Russell Young from Maramba River Lodge had noticed a smal... read more
23-Nov-2011
Pure Gold for our Pinot Gris 2011
Our sensual, luscious 2011 Pinot Gris has scored Gold at the recent Air New Zealand Wine Awards. One of only 7 wines to win Pure Gold medals and the only one from the North Island, this is just our second vinta... read more
21-Nov-2011
And one more makes three….
To complete the trio of wines released this month (along with the 2011 Rosé and 2011 Pinot Gris), here is our wonderful 2010 Reserve Sauvignon Blanc. An elegant, oaked Sauvignon Blanc, in our u... read more
03-Nov-2011
Two brand new 2011 wines released!
Our Rose and Pinot Gris are the perfect wines to celebrate the arrival of the warm weather. Wonderful wines to match with food but best of all - chill, relax and enjoy! We will also be releasing our 2010 Re... read more
12-Oct-2011
Elephant Hill Wine, Jazz & food
CELLARBRATING WINE AND A LITTLE JAZZ AT ELEPHANT HILL WEDNESDAY, OCTOBER 12, 2011 Welcome to all Pacific Dawn Cruise Ship Passengers! We look forward to hosting you through out the day! Elephant Hill is h... read more
09-Sep-2011
Elephant Hill 2009 Syrah wins International Trophy at Decanter World Wine Awards 2011
ELEPHANT HILL 2009 SYRAH WINS INTERNATIONAL TROPHY AT THE DECANTER WORLD WINE AWARDS! September 9, 2011, Hawke’s Bay, New Zealand – Elephant Hill’s 2009 Syrah won an international troph... read more
25-Aug-2011
New Wine Releases 2010 Syrah and 2009 Le Phant
For all Syrah lovers, the Elephant Hill 2010 Syrah is now available in the restaurant or from the cellar door or online. Introducing the new Elephant Hill 2009 Le Phant, a stunning Hawke's Bay Merlot Cabernet F... read more
01-Jul-2011
Series 3 Degustation Dinner on Friday 29th July
Sensational food, wine and company for the evening. Experience a six course journey through food and wine that will explore and expand your taste buds. To view the stunning menu and to place your reservati... read more
01-Jun-2011
Series 2 Degustation Dinner on Friday 24th June
Sensational food, wine and company for the evening. Experience a six course journey through food and wine that will explore and expand your taste buds. Series 1 was a complete triumph so ensure you don't d... read more
19-May-2011
Elephant Hill Wines are on the Podium with Medal Wins at the International Wine Challenge 2011
Elephant Hill wines are once again on the podium with medal success at the highly-acclaimed 2011 International Wine Challenge (IWC). Elephant Hill’s Central Otago Pinot Noir 2009 scooped Gold, Elephant Hi... read more
18-May-2011
Decanter World Wine Awards 2011 Winners Announced Elephant Hill Wins!
» Elephant Hill Syrah 2009 Scoops Prestigious Regional Trophy » Silver Medal Elephant Hill Sauvignon Blanc 2010 » Bronze Medals to Elephant Hill Viognier 2010 and Pinot Noir 2009 ... read more
08-May-2011
Series 1 Degustation Dinner Menu Released
Its true, our Master Chef has just completed the six course gastronomic menu for the first Degustation Series being held on May 27th 2011. To learn more about the event, make a booking and to download a copy of... read more
26-Apr-2011
Let's Do Lunch!
Let’s do Lunch kicks in after Easter. From Monday to Friday a special Let’s do Lunch menu including a gorgeous main meal plus a glass of matched Elephant Hill wine will be offered for a set pri... read more
22-Mar-2011
Elephant Hill Triumphs at the 2011 New Zealand Royal Easter Show Wine Awards taking home a Champion
The gorgeous and wildly popular Elephant Hill 2010 Central Otago Pinot Rosé triumphed at the 2011 New Zealand Royal Easter Wine Show taking home the Champion Rosé - Novotel Auckland Ellerslie trop... read more
01-Mar-2011
