Hawaiian wineries will mesmerize you with not just the taste, but also the views

Hawaiian Wineries

Overview of Hawaii

There are only two Hawaiian wineries, one in Maui, and one on the Big Island. It seems like it’s not a lot, but for the square footage of the State, it’s really plenty.

You probably won’t fly to Hawaii just for wine tasting, but trying local wine will definitely enhance your vacation, be it for business or pleasure. Because of small distances, you can get to either of the Hawaiian wineries relatively easily, enjoying a scenic drive and stopping a picturesque beaches on your way.

Tiny, rural communities, rolling green pastureland, great distinguished trees, majestic mountain vistas, sublime seascapes below… If that’s not enough to tantalize your senses, the Hawaiian wines will.

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Tedeschi Vineyards - Maui's Only WInery

Ever tried tropical wine? Make sure you stop by at Tedeschi when you’re visiting Haleakala Crater, exploring the old cowboy town of Makawao, or just enjoying Upcountry Maui's exceptional vistas. Located on the 20 thousand acre Ulupakula Ranch, it has a rich historical background, and spectacular views. Definitely the most picturesque of the two Hawaiian wineries.

The road to the winery climbs and dips amid the rolling hills and lush pastures of the region known as Ulupalakua, where paniolos - Hawaii's cowboys still herd cattle on horseback. The winery is located about an hour's drive from the resort areas of Wailea and Kaanapali, 2,000 feet up the verdant slopes of Maui's dormant volcano. From this elevation, spectacular views sweep across the Central Valley and the West Maui Mountains.

The centerpiece of the Tasting Room is an eighteen-foot-long bar cut from the trunk of a single mango tree. Shelves are stocked with Hawaiian-made products and specialty foods and gifts.

Being high above Maui's beaches, mornings and late afternoons are cool there. If you visit the winery early or late, and you'll want to bring a sweater. Or come at midday, and enjoy a picnic at our tables set beneath hundred-year-old trees. You can stop at The Ulupalakua Ranch Store for a nice carryout lunch, snack, or bring your lunch along.

Wine tasting takes place at the historic building of King’s Cottage that dates to 1874. The Kalakaua Cottage Tasting Room is open nine to five daily (except for major holidays). This Hawaiian winery offers three tours of the grounds and winery operation per day at 10:30am, 1:30pm and 3:00pm. No charge.

Big Island – Volcano Winery

Did you know that wine can be made out of Macadamia nut tree blossoms? Well, if you’re on the Big Island, some and give it a try at the Volcano Winery.

They also carry a traditional red and white wines made of the native grown Symphony grape (cross between Muscat of Alexandria and Grenache Gris). It tastes as good as it sounds. This Hawaiian winery also makes fruit wines made of yellow guava and jaboticaba berry, which are blended with traditional grapes – a unique thirst quenching blend.

Enjoy free wine tasting every day of the year from 10-5:30 on a walk-in basis. After the tasting, experience the playful spirit of Hawaiian paradise and the winery’s relaxed, laid-back atmosphere. You can purchase their wines on the Island, and ship them home, or bring them with you in a luggage-safe box that the winery staff will package for you.

Volcano Winery is located at the 30-mile marker in Volcano, near the golf course and makes a great side trip while visiting Hawaii Volcanoes National Park. You can also visit us online store at volcanowinery.com/store. Call for more information, or to ask about shipping (877) 967-7772.

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