TWYFORD WINERY FIELD GUIDE
Private Library Tasting at Pask Winery — an intimate 1.5-hour deep dive into rare Hawke’s Bay bottles
A 1.5-hour guided, private tasting in Twyford of 6–8 award-winning library wines, tailored to your tastes and led by Pask Winery staff.
Private Library Tasting at Pask Winery — an intimate 1.5-hour deep dive into rare Hawke’s Bay bottles.
Set at Pask Winery in Twyford, this private library tasting is a focused 1.5‑hour session that opens access to 6–8 award‑winning wines drawn from Pask’s rare library collection. Curated to your preferences and led by a guide from Pask, the tasting pairs technical insight into grape varieties and winemaking with the chance to explore bottles not usually on public display — an educational experience designed for both novices and seasoned collectors alike.
Highlights
Outing Highlights
6–8 Award‑Winning Library Selections
Participants taste a curated flight of 6–8 award‑winning wines chosen from Pask’s small‑batch, Declaration and library holdings, including selections across the Pask Gimblett Gravels and Jackson Estate Marlborough brands — wines not normally available on regular tasting benches.
A Private Room for Focused Tastings
The tasting is hosted in Pask’s private room, a reserved space that comfortably seats up to 16 people and provides quiet access to browse the estate’s rare library bottles.
Tailored, Guided Insights
The session is tailored to your preferences and includes commentary on Hawke’s Bay wine history, the Gimblett Gravels, grape varieties and production techniques — a compact, informative program for enthusiasts and newcomers alike.
What the day feels like
What the experience feels like
The tasting unfolds as an intimate, guided progression: a welcome and orientation to the collection, a seated flight through 6–8 award‑winning wines chosen for the group, and time to inspect select library bottles in the private room. Over approximately 1.5 hours you receive focused commentary on grape varieties, vineyard sites and winemaking approaches while sampling rare releases brought out exclusively for your group.
Suitability
Who it's for
Who this tasting suits — and who it doesn’t.
Practical planner
Details to review before reserving
The tasting runs for approximately 1.5 hours.
Operated by Pask Winery at their Twyford, Hawke’s Bay location; the program covers Pask Gimblett Gravels and Jackson Estate Marlborough brands.
This is a private tasting in a room that comfortably seats up to 16 people; bookings are arranged with Pask Winery.
Review cancellation policies before reserving.
Frequently asked questions
Planning Your Outing
How long is the tasting?
The private library tasting lasts approximately 1.5 hours.
How many wines will we taste?
The guided tasting includes 6–8 award‑winning wines drawn from Pask’s library and small‑batch selections.
Who operates the tasting and where is it held?
The experience is operated by Pask Winery at their Twyford, Hawke’s Bay location and features wines from Pask Gimblett Gravels and Jackson Estate Marlborough.
Is this suitable for beginners?
Yes. The tasting is curated to suit your preferences and is designed to be informative for both novices and connoisseurs.
Are there age or group size restrictions?
Participants must be 18 years or older; the private room seats up to 16 guests.
Will I be able to view rare bottles?
Yes; the private tasting provides access to browse Pask’s rare library wines that are not usually available on standard tastings.