Tirohana Estate

Boutique Wines, Accommodation, Restaurant - Martinborough, NZ

Tirohana Cellars Restaurant is proud to have received the New Zealand Beef and Lamb Hallmark of Excellence in 2009, 2010, 2011 and 2012

"We are delighted to announce that you have received the 2009 New Zealand Beef and Lamb Hallmark of Excellence, which recognises quality in preparation and presentation of your main course beef and lamb dishes. The dish 'Panseared fillet of beef with a spring vegetable medley, lyonnaise potatoes and red wine jus' was praised by assessors for the perfectly cooked and trimmed, lean and tender beef, lovely marriage of flavours and excellent presentation. Colour and texture contrasts were outstanding. This was a superbly constructed entry, showcasing exemplary dish components, professional technique and meticulous presentation."

"We are delighted to advise that you have received the 2010 New Zealand Beef and Lamb Hallmark of Excellence, which recognizes quality in preparation and presentation of your main course beef and lamb dishes. Your dish, texel Lamb shank, with feta and mint salsa, smashed minted peas, baby gourmet potatoes, and wine jus was highly praised by assessors for the trimmed, lean and flavoursome lamb, perfectly cooked and meltingly tender. This dish was beautifully presented and very well considered, with outstanding flavour pathways. A superb dish and a credit to the kitchen. Congratulations".

ABOUT TIROHANA CELLARS

Tirohana Cellars offers both casual and fine dining in either its restaurant (celebrating global cuisine) or through a more casual dining option (for both lunch and dinner) on its photogenic terraces - including Tirohana's acclaimed Sunday breakfast/brunch option.

So whether or not you prefer a mouthwatering five course menu, English High Tea, a traditional pizza, a winter Sunday Roast or summer BBQ, or would like to sample a taste of traditional Indian cuisine to Mexican fare (during thematic seasons), then there is always something different to experience at Tirohana Cellars.

fresh fish dish

In the winter, the ambience is punctuated by a huge roaring fire along with a pot bellied stove in the adjacent tasting area (from which our clients might even wish a simple bowl of hot soup and fresh bread while exploring the joys of the Wairarapa in a cold winter’s day).

In the spring, summer and autumn months, Tirohana extends its doors to overlap onto the beautifully landscaped Tirohana terraces, overlooking the photogenic vines.

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Under the management of Saranne James, Operations Manager of Tirohana Estate (who has a passion for fine wine and international cuisine) Tirohana Cellars is proud to present a range of guest and celebrity chefs to satisfy both the discerning gourmet and wine enthusiast as well as those wishing to stop for a tasty snack.

Tirohana Cellars is open all year round - please call in advance to check opening hours and availability (limited hours during the festive holidays) - normal hours are daily from 12 noon - 14:00pm for lunch and 18:00pm onwards for dinner (please ask if you would like times outside of these hours). views over the vines

Tirohana Cellars is an ideal venue to celebrate special events or celebrations and is highly sought after for weddings. So if you have any requirements, then please do not hesitate to contact Saranne James, who will be pleased to discuss the range of possibilities to make that special event a little more memorable and unique.

Please join the Tirohana Cellars Mailing List, which will provide our clients with preferential seating and advance information on the range of seasonal cuisine presentations along with first options on an exciting selection of events such as medieval banquets and fashion and Shakespeare in the vines.

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