Dining amongst the vines: Melton Estate
As we move on from the gloom of winter, now is the perfect time to make the most of those big, blue Canterbury skies and explore the region.
What better place to start than a trip to a stunning, family-owned winery? Just a short drive from central Christchurch, Melton Estate offers an award-winning hospitality experience.
Renowned throughout the region as the perfect location for boutique weddings and events, everything about Melton Estate oozes style and sophistication. Its cellar door and restaurant are open Thursday to Sunday from 10 to 5, making it the pick for a destination lunch or brunch, accompanied of course by a glass or three of its delectable and award-winning wine. 
All dietary needs and requirements are catered for, whether you are after a full meal or a few small plates, to go with a bottle of your favourite drop. You can’t beat a relaxing walk through the vines followed by a delicious sampling from a chef-designed menu. Each one is built around fresh, locally sourced produce. With its stylish modern architecture surrounded by lush rows of green vines, Melton Estate is a beautiful and picturesque setting to enjoy a bright, shining spring day.
