Perfect with lamb. It’s rich, velvet and soft with aromas of black doris plums, morello cherries and a whiff of cigar box. Subtle, fine-grained tannins. Good value.
GIG Catering.
ABOUT PODERI CRISCI
Poderi Crisci vineyard encompasses 7.7 hectares on a north facing slope set amongst a sheltered amphitheatre and a narrow rocky strip believed to be 30 million set years older than the rest of the Island.
Located at the end of a country lane, Poderi Crisci is a family-owned vineyard and restaurant with Italian flair and a passion for traditional winemaking. For four generations the Crisci family have been immersed in the art of food and wine. Antonio, born and raised in Napoli, arrived in NZ in the early ’90s quickly making a name for himself in the Auckland scene with the establishment of Toto restaurant in Nelson Street. With his partner Vivienne Farnell they opened Non Solo Pizza in 1996, now an institution in Parnell.
The first merlot vines were planted in 2000. The success of the first vines led to the planting of other grape varieties and vegetable gardens with Poderi Crisci being founded in 2008 and the restaurant opening in 2010. Antonio, a visionary, has transformed the Waiheke Island vineyard into a place people will visit to wine, dine and have ‘layers of experience.’
Just arriving at Poderi Crisci you may well think that you have been transported to Tuscany.
THE EXECUTIVE
The Executive
Antonio Crisci’s life long passion for flavours begun with his grandmother teaching him the secrets of Italian cuisine, in his mum’s kitchen- Napoli, Southern Italy. His love of food drove him to open his first restaurant in his hometown at the tender age of 19.
With dreams of sailing around the world, Antonio left Italy with his travels eventually leading him to arrive by yacht to Paihia, NZ in 1991. He made his way to Auckland working in a few restaurants and was surprised by how few European products were accessible in NZ’s largest city. Still keen to see more of the world he travelled to Australia, Indonesia and back to Europe then decided to make NZ his home in 1993. Within a few months he begun to introduce his favourite Italian flavours through his vision of what an Italian restaurant should be, ‘Toto’ in Nelson St, Auckland. The flagship restaurant was welcomed with great enthusiasm in the somewhat barren dining scene of the era and quickly attracted Auckland’s movers & shakers. It is also where he met the then Maitre’D of ‘Toto’ Vivienne Farnell. They have two daughters, Bella & Marilena now aged 14 & 12.
Antonio’s influence in the Auckland scene is dotted around the inner city with Il Forno cafe in Ponsonby and what has become a Parnell institution, Non Solo Pizza, established in 1996 with Vivienne. It is still going strong after 19years. Antonio’s contribution to the industry was recognised in 2009 when he was voted ‘Outstanding Hospitality Personality of the Year’ at the prestigious Lewisham Awards. His presence is in demand at food and wine festivals such as Taste of Auckland, The Waiheke Vintage Festival and Festival Italiano.
Poderi Crisci is a culmination of his vision as a restaurateur, his Italian heritage and his commitment to living the New Zealand dream. On entry to Poderi Crisci you are immediately graced with old world style, charm and the bountiful gardens give you a sense of being in a self sufficient safe haven.
Antonio believes Waiheke is the ultimate destination for food lovers and that the vineyard fulfils the dreams of a lot of chefs. That is, to have a garden full of fresh produce to choose from daily and being able to create the menu of the day based on the freshest of ingredients.
Antonio loves being an owner/operator of his restaurants and he gives constant attention to detail and to continually uphold standards of food and wine service. He loves that he has the possibility to “entirely express my vision of food being an integral part of life”.
OUR WINE & WHAT WE PRODUCE
** Disclaimer: Please note that prices may vary slightly from those published online
THE WINE
Our wines are lovingly produced in French oak barriques over an 18 month period in our underground cellar. Possibly the most beautiful cellar room in Waiheke.
Influenced by old world styled wine and grape varieties, our wines are produced with a respect for nature and minimal intervention on the wine making process. Focus is on quality above all else with the majority of vineyard work carried out by hand.
All the fruit used for Poderi Crisci wines is estate grown and selectively hand harvested. The grapes are extensively sorted in the vineyard to ensure that only the very best fruit comes into the winery, a second more intensive sorting process is then carried out prior the crushing, finishing with a natural melalactic and aged in French oak barrique using 25% of new oak for the red varieties.
PODERI CRISCI-A SUSTAINABLE & FULLY ACCREDITED VINEYARD SINCE 2012
THE GARDEN
One of the finest examples of a kitchen garden lines the entrance to Poderi Crisci. It is not uncommon to see the chefs in the garden sourcing what are definitely the freshest possible ingredients and herbs. Our garden is carefully managed by our talented head gardener providing fresh seasonal produce all year round.
From a bountiful herb garden, salad leaves and tomatoes, to artichokes, figs, pumpkin and some of the finest zucchini you will ever see. We truly believe you cannot match the goodness that comes when you go straight from the garden to plate. Via the kitchen of course.
The garden highlights the importance that we place in fresh ingredients used with high quality condiments such as our own olive oil and Sapa. Finish your meal with Agrumetto Citrus liqueur, Aquavite and other Italian influenced speciality products created at the vineyard.
Another reason things just taste better at Poderi Crisci.
WINE NOTES
Poderi Crisci Ombra NV. (Cabernet Franc Predominant, Sparkling Rose)
An exciting Sparkling Rose with a fine yeasty, fresh bakery character reminiscent of Champagne. Floral nose contains hints of wild strawberry, peach nectarine and cassis. On the Palate, fine beads, very refreshing dry aperitif style. Wild Blackberry and Peachy with a great mouth feel and good length.
Poderi Crisci Rose 2019 (Merlot Predominant)
A great example of a Merlot Bianco style wine in the fashion of the southern French and Italian Roses. From Merlot grapes, the 2017 Rose displays light summer fruits with a flinty earthy character. The Salmon blush hints at the body, light and playful, a fresh lively Rosé, with a great structure with a very refreshing palate, dry style with a lingering fresh finish to stand up to all great summer luncheons. .
PoderiCrisci Pinot Grigio 2019
Subtle pale straw with mineral notes, pear, quince and honeydew melon on the nose. Hints of roses and Turkish delight starting to come through but still hidden by flinty minerality. Quite rich but also very focused, more pinot grigio floral character on the palate wixed with orange zest. Good mineral drive on the finish.
Poderi Crisci Arneis 2018
Poderi Crisci proudly lines up against a select group of NZ vineyards producing this exciting and cheeky variety from the Piemonte region in the north of Italy. Arneis is a colloquial term, translating to “Little Rascal”, a wine that exhibits intense citrus notes with apple, pear and vanilla in a bone dry style. A refreshing wine that is best enjoyed with delicate seafoods, sunshine, and company. Poderi Crisci is currently producing the only Waiheke grown Arneis..
Poderi Crisci Chardonnay 2018
An elegant young Chardonnay with a flirtatious light straw colour. Incredibly complex, flinty nose offering hints of freshly grilled nuts (almond) and marzipan alongside zests of citrus fruits.. A very finely structured wine with a good drive leading into a great lingering finish. An unmistakable Burgundian style Chardonnay.
Poderi Crisci “Viburno” 2014 (Merlot / Cabernet Franc / Montepulciano)
The 2014 Viburno exhibits the same strength of flavour and aging potential of previous vintages, with more subtle tannins flirting with the palate. The same intense dark fruits, leather and spicey notes are balanced with a smooth body and elegant full mouth feel. A special wine that is best appreciated with lamb and beef, but equally comfortable with a robust pasta.
Poderi Crisci Merlot Riserva 2014 (Merlot 100%)
The 2014 Merlot Riserva, produced in another exceptional vintage Waiheke has experienced. A very concentrated, intense nose, full of black fruit and cigar box with leather and burnt cocoa, showing great Merlot concentration. An equally rich palate offers ripe black berry and also cherries, cigar box fine cedary tannins and chocolate, cocoa after taste, very big wine with great elegance. A very refined and balanced Merlot with great aging potential.
Poderi Crisci Montepulciano 2016
A very well balanced wine offering leather, berry and rosemary notes on the nose. The palate is smooth, refined and complex offering lots of earthy dark berry notes, a hint of cinnamon and spices compliment the silken tannins leading to a long, pleasant off dry finish. Wild mushrooms and anise compliment the medium mouth feel the wine has to offer.
Poderi Crisci Syrah 2016
The 2016 Poderi Crisci Syrah is an unmistakable Burgundian style Syrah, exhibiting smooth cigar box and cedar wood notes on the nose. A silken dark plum and cherry on the palate followed by a finish laden with spice, pepper and liquorice combine to make this wine attractive to a wide audience and leaves a lasting impression.
Agrumetto (375ml)
Citrus liqueur produced from fresh Waiheke Citrus fruits. in an artisan method with traditional family recipe from Napoli.
AcquaVite (375ml)
Produced from selected grapes, a more refined digestive than traditional Grappa due to the method of production. Very intense cinnamon and spice characteristics.
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RESTAURANT
The acclaimed Poderi Crisci Restaurant is widely recognised as one of the finest on Waiheke. In 2014 Poderi Crisci was the only Waiheke restaurant to receive the recognition of being a Metro Top 50 restaurant as well as being listed in the Cuisine Good Food Guide containing the best 70 restaurants in New Zealand.
Enjoy al Fresco dining all year round in this stunning location looking across the valley, with the west facing restaurant capturing the final rays of the setting sun. The restaurant and surrounds are ideally suited for a casual lunch, family gatherings or celebrations, weddings and romantic dinners.
Please note that due to the intimate size of the restaurant, bookings are essential for the Sunday Long Lunch and degustation dinners. We also recommend booking well in advance over the summer months and long weekends.
THE FOOD
Our chefs are inspired by the finest traditional Italian cuisine prepared using the finest local produce. Modern touches and techniques are used throughout to highlight the flavours and textures of all of our dishes.
Our a la carte menu changes daily as we take advantage of our kitchen garden and the freshest ingredients avaliable on the day. The same is true for our famous “Sunday Long Lunch” menu and degustation menus.
SUNDAY LONG LUNCH
The “ITALIAN LONG LUNCH “ an Italian tradition faithfully recreated every Sunday at Poderi Crisci. It’s a time to enjoy the age-old Italian values of family, friends, food and celebrating life in style.
An Italian lunch (il pranzo) is considered the most important meal – and on Sunday at Poderi it is treated as such and has fast become an institution for those who reside on Waiheke and those very welcome visitors .
Our Long Lunch Menu changes weekly and features the timeless classics designed to be perfectly matched with Poderi wines. ($89pp Excl Beverage)
The lunch starts @ 1230 and progresses through many courses ending with Dolci or Frommaggio @ approximately 1630. Please advise if you have time constraints. We will do our best to accommodate, but we have a saying;
“There is always plenty more thyme in the garden, and there is always another ferry”
ANTIPASTO
Stracciatella
Creamy whipped organic mozzarella with chopped vine ripened tomato, garden basil and Poderi Crisci olive oil.
Cascata di Pane
Homemade crispy grissini, Italian inspired breads, Poderi Crisci olive salad and olive oil.
CONTORNI
Melanzane al Pomodoro
Lightly fried eggplant with cherry tomatoes, black olives, capers and garden basil
Peperoni in Padella
Capsicum prepared with black olives, capers, Italian parsley and garlic
Brocoletti
Broccoli tips braised with sultanas, pine nuts, breadcrumbs and anchovy
PRIMO PIATTO
Lasagne con Zucchini e Zafferano
Free range egg pasta sheets layered with garden zucchini and creamy saffron scented béchamel.
Lasagne con Zucchini e Zafferano
Free range egg pasta sheets layered with garden zucchini and creamy saffron scented béchamel.
SECONDO
Costata di Manzo
Aged Angus Sirloin with potato macedonia, buttered spinach, garlic cream and Viburno jus.
DOLCE
Tiramisu
Savoiardi sponge fingers with espresso and Italian liqueur, layered with mascarpone sabayon and dusted with rich dark cocoa powder.
$95pp
The pleasant hours of our life are all connected by a more or less tangible link, with some memory of the table.
Please note that a surcharge of 15% applies on Public Holidays.
DEGUSTATION MENU
REVIEWS
WHAT OUR CUSTOMERS SAY
John Hawkesby
Louise Woods
I have been meaning to thank you all very much for such a super lunch a few weeks ago!! Don’t worry – you will not see us for a while! A few of my friends are so excited to try this place- and am sure they will.Thank you once again!
John and Debbie
Hello there, We would just like to thank the team at Poderi Crisci for a PERFECT lunch last Friday. We were extremely fortunate that our lunch booking was accepted ( as we were the only people there) but everybody was so welcoming, the food was outstanding and we thoroughly enjoyed ourselves, blessed as we were with a stunning day. So, once again thank you, a memorable lunch, a great team, we cannot wait to return. Our recommendation is assured.
alitony73
***** Review Trip Advisor February 2018
You can’t find a better experience
Looking for the perfect place for a long lazy lunch, with spectacular food, wine, setting and service…….then you need to head to Poderi Crisci. Such a fabulous way to celebrate my birthday . James and his team gave our party of 17 an outstanding personal experience whilst also having a full restaurant. You will not be disappointed!
Richard S
***** Review Trip Advisor February 2018
Italian Experience at its Finest
Starting with the waiter we felt we had been transported to Italy for our Sunday lunch
This was a wet day in Waiheke but we managed to have a walk around the gorgeous gardens and take in the view of the vineyard
This was a four hour five course lunch which was delicious
Top main is the beef
Tiramisu is the finest I’ve had
Wines were great and we took a couple of bottles away as souvenirs
Michael Cooper
Merlot-based blend with good weight and strong, ripe, plummy, spicy flavours, showing good complexity. Already highly enjoyable.
Greer2013
***** Review Trip Advisor Valentine’s Day 2018
I came to Poderi as a table of 6 for a valentines day lunch, we wanted to show around some guests visiting from the UK, and it did not disappoint, it was absolutely beautiful we had about 4 courses and all were to die for, wine matches were on point and the setting is absolutely gorgeous.The staff are wonderful and we were very well taken care of. We will be back.
Rosa454
***** Trip Advisor January 2018
WORLDCLASS MAGICAL AND DELICIOUS
I was lucky enough to have a booking over the peak holiday period. The venue was at capacity but still had an intimate, personable sense that you were sitting in your own personal paradise. The Italian owner has managed to evolve a scene that transports you somewhere to iconic parts of Tuscany or Provence, but still so Waiheke! The service was impeccable and the food to die for…..with the bonus that you lived to be glad that you’re alive to experience such scenic and gourmet enchantment. Go there if you can!
J Cowy, U.K
***** Trip Advisor December 2017
Perfect and delicious example of the Long Italian Lunch
At a huge farmhouse table our party of 18 members of the extended family enjoyed the most extraordinary array of exquisite dishes that seemed to never end. No dish was huge or heavy – it was possible to comfortably complete the meal, despite the multitude of courses. Yellowfin tuna with artichokes; “simple” breads with light and peppery olive oil; lamb chops with aubergine-stuffed potatoes; an amusing but delicious version of tiramisu… this was not even half of the list. And the wine complements were inspired.
Of course I have eaten Italian food in many restaurants in many countries, including Italy, but this felt more authentic. After our relaxing sojourn, we felt like we had truly experienced a fine example of a Long Italian Lunch.
Rudi
It’s not often that I find myself writing a letter to the owner of a restaurant and I am not a food critic by trade (although I’d love to be). I do, however, have the fortune of travelling the world on business and have the wonderful privilege of dining in some truly remarkable restaurants. Poderi Crisci on Waiheke is one of those that are of particular remark. My partner and I visited for a long lunch on Sunday and were treated to the absolute gastronomic adventure, which is, Poderi Crisci. The uncomplicated nature of both the food and environment with the touch of indulgence and flare is a true point of differentiation and I wish you all the success in future. We are so glad we visited and will no doubt be back soon!
LA LOCANDA
La Locanda –
(n) ita. Inn, pub, watering hole or such like establishment to quench ones thirst and satisfy ones appetite.
Step inside and feel Italy. A bright and airy space dedicated and designed to maximise your wine tasting and gastronomic experience. “La Locanda” is a breath of fresh air. The perfect place to enjoy freshly shucked Te Matuku bay oysters accompanied by a glass of Poderi Crisci Arneis.
“Locanda” is the name given to a traditional Italian roadside inn. Offering the traveller or explorer a chance to quench their thirst, satisfy their appetite and relax from the world for a while.
You can shop for your next dinner party or do your delicatessen shopping here too with a wide range of meats and cheeses that are not available elsewhere and Poderi Crisci wine of course!
Be sure not miss out on our daily deli specials!
La Locanda Hours
Hours:
Thursday midday – 5pm
Friday midday – 5pm
Saturday 11am – 5pm
Sunday 11am – 4pm
THE FOOD
La Locanda, Poderi Crisci, Waiheke.
“There is no sincerer love than the love of food.” – George Bernard Shaw
Dal Mare
Ostriche della Baia -Te Matuku bay Oysters, Shucked to order, direct from the Bay to the plate. Poderi Crisci Chardonnay and Sapa vinaigrette. Best enjoyed with a Glass of Poderi Crisci Arneis22/40
Mazzancolle sale e Pepe – Imported King prawns on ice served with home-craft chilli, salt & lemon dressing 18.00
Carpaccio di Pesce del Giorno – Daily fish carpaccio$19.50
Dalla Fattoria
All Salumi are served with homemade “Giardiniera”* and crispy grissini breadsticks.
*(Sweet and sour preserved garden vegetables)
Prosciutto crudo San Daniele 50gr 12.00
Air-cured aged pork leg (mild)
Porchetta Cotto alla Brace 80gr 10.00
Charcoal roasted organic free range porchetta
Bresaola della Valtellina 50gr 14.00
Aged air-cured top round beef
Capocollo 50gr 10.00
Cured top pork aged neck
Salame Felino 50gr 10.00
Premium cured pork salame
Il Grand Tagliere Salumi 28.50
Prosciutto crudo San Daniele DOP, salame
feline, capocollo, pecorino and crispy grissini
Dal Forno
Pane 9.50 Selection of Italian breads with Poderi Crisci EVOO.
Grissini 6.50 Crispy homemade herb bread sticks
Cascata di Pane 14.50 Selection of Italian inspired bread, homemade grissini, Poderi Crisci estate olives and olive oil.
Formaggi
Mozzarella di Bufala di Campagna – Imported Buffalo Mozzarella cheese 50gr/ 10
Treccia di Mozzarella – Hand Plaited hand organic, single herd mozzarella100gr/ 10
Scamorza Affumicata – Manuka smoked organic mozzarella cheese100gr/ 12
Ricotta di Vaccina al Basilico e Tartufo – Organic Ricotta Cheese with fresh basil and dark truffle100gr/ 12
Burrata – Hand pulled mini balls of organic mozzarella cheese 50gr/ 10
Grande Tagliere di Formaggio – Selection of finest Imported and local Italian style Cheese with Condiments$32
Please check board for todays cheese offerings.
Speciali del Giorno
Pasta al Forno – Oven baked pasta 21.5
Panini del Giorno – Todays Italian style sandwich 10
Frittata del Giorno – Free range egg frittata 8
Selection of “Contorni” – Antipasti style garden vegetables 9.5/ 22.5
Our contorni changes daily as we take advantage of our kitchen garden and the freshest produce available to us from our suppliers. Please check board for todays selection.
A wide range of non alcoholic beverages and Italian coffee is available.
Poderi Crisci Wine at La Locanda or to take home or out to enjoy!
Frizzante – Sparkling
Poderi Crisci Ombra NV. (Cabernet Franc Predominant, Sparkling Rose) GLS 15 BTL 70 HOME 40
An exciting Sparkling Rose with a fine yeasty, fresh bakery character reminiscent of Champagne. Floral nose contains hints of wild strawberry, peach nectarine and cassis. On the Palate, fine beads, very refreshing dry aperitif style. Wild Blackberry and Peachy with a great mouth feel and good length.
Rose
Poderi Crisci Rose 2016 (Merlot Predominant) (Available pre-order for release July 2017)
GLS 15 BTL 65 HOME only available to drink on premise
A great example of a Merlot Bianco style wine in the fashion of the southern French and Italian Roses. From Merlot grapes, the 2012 Rose displays light summer fruits with a flinty earthy character. The Salmon blush hints at the body, light and playful, a fresh lively Rosé, with a great structure with a very refreshing palate, dry style with a lingering fresh finish to stand up to all great summer luncheons.
Bianchi – White
Poderi Crisci Arneis 2016
GLS 15 BTL 75 HOME 36.5
Poderi Crisci proudly lines up against a select group of NZ vineyards producing this exciting and cheeky variety from the Piemonte region in the north of Italy. Arneis is a colloquial term, translating to “Little Rascal”, a wine that exhibits intense citrus notes with apple, pear and vanilla in a bone dry style. A refreshing wine that is best enjoyed with delicate seafoods, sunshine, and company. Poderi Crisci is currently producing the only Waiheke grown Arneis.
Poderi Crisci Pinot Grigio 2016
GLS 14 BTL 68 HOME 36.5
Subtle pale straw with mineral notes, pear, quince and honeydew melon on the nose. Hints of roses and Turkish delight starting to come through but still hidden by flinty minerality. Quite rich but also very focused, more pinot grigio floral character on the palate wixed with orange zest. Good mineral drive on the finish.
Poderi Crisci Chardonnay 2016 ( available pre-order for release July 2017)
GLS 17.50 BTL 80 HOME 49.5
An elegant young Chardonnay with au up front flinty nose and flirtatious light straw colour. Incredibly complex nose offering hints of freshly grilled nuts (almond) and marzipan alongside zests of citrus fruits.. A very finely structured wine with a good drive leading into a great lingering finish. An unmistakable Burgundian style Chardonnay.
Vini Rossi – Red Wine
Poderi Crisci “Viburno” (Merlot / Cabernet Franc / Montepulciano)
2011 GLS 15 BTL 80 HOME 42
2012 GLS N/A BTL 90 HOME 47.5
18 Months in French Oak and 25% new oak, resulted in a 2011 Viburno that displays playful cocoa, berry and plum notes with a background of leather and cigar box. Light tannins on the finish lead to a lingering licorice and cinnamon finish with a hint of pepper.
Poderi Crisci Merlot Riserva 2012 (Merlot 100%)
GLS 20 BTL 95 HOME 50
The 2012 Merlot Riserva, produced in another exceptional vintage Waiheke has experienced. A very concentrated, intense nose, full of black fruit and cigar box with leather and burnt cocoa, showing great Merlot concentration. An equally rich palate offers ripe black berry and also cherries, cigar box fine cedary tannins and chocolate, cocoa after taste, very big wine with great elegance. A very refined and balanced Merlot with great aging potential.
Poderi Crisci Montepulciano 2014
GLS 18 BTL 90 HOME 50
A very well balanced wine offering leather, berry and rosemary notes on the nose. The palate is smooth, refined and complex offering lots of earthy dark berry notes, a hint of cinnamon and spices compliment the silken tannins leading to a long, pleasant off dry finish. Wild mushrooms and anise compliment the medium mouth feel the wine has to offer.
Poderi Crisci Syrah 2015(Available June 2016)
The 2014 Poderi Crisci Syrah is an unmistakable Burgundian style syrah, exhibiting smooth cigar box and cedar wood notes on the nose. A silken dark plum and cherry on the palate followed by a finish laden with spice, pepper and liquorice combine to make this wine attractive to a wide audience and leaves a lasting impression.
Cellar door sales are also available to public via our dedicated online purchasing service.
SALMUMERIA
Selection of finest imported and locally produced product to take home and enjoy.
Poderi Crisci Olive Oil or Sapa 250ml 12.50
500ml 45.00
Meat Selection (per 100gr)
Porchetta 6.00
Prosciutto San Daniele 9.50
Prosciutto di Parma 6.50
Prosciutto Emiliano 5.00
Bresaola 12.00
Coppa 8.00
Salami Milano 7.00
Salami Felino 8.50
Salmani Napoli 7.00
Mortadella 5.50
Cheese Selection (per 100gr)
Gorgonzola Dolce 8.50
Provolone Stravecchio 10.00
Pecorino Tarfufo 15.00
Taleggio 8.00
Pecorino 8.50
Grana Padana 6.00
Mozzarella Bufala 6.50
Ricotta Peperoncino 3.50
Ricotta Wacci 4.50
Treccia Mozzarella 6.00
Smoked Mozzarella 6.00
Burrata (80gr) 7.00
Bocconcini (25gr) 3.50
FUNCTIONS & WEDDINGS
FUNCTIONS AND EVENTS
There are many possibilities for holding your business, team or social functions and events at Poderi Crisci. The Estate is able to hold intimate functions and events starting with 15 guests to full scale large events with up to 100 guests. No matter what type of event you would like to hold at Poderi, we will always give the best service and menu to suit your needs.
Some of our popular options for functions include the Barrel Room, set in the cellar of the estate. The room is beautifully rustic with sturdy wooden tables placed between the wooden casks and rows of stacked bottles, creating the most stunning ambience. The main restaurant and outer decked areas are perfect for larger functions and we are also able to organise marquees for extra undercover seating/ standing areas. The gardens provide a stunning setting for ceremonies and other event requests.
We regularly use all Waiheke transport providers including Fullers (Passenger ferries), Sealink (Car ferries) so are able to quote and / or take care of your travel arrangements both on the island and from Auckland.
Being at Poderi Crisci feels a world away from Auckland. If you want to create a special event with the most memorable food, service and setting, we will do our utmost to accommodate your group.
Please do not hesitate to email or call the Restaurant Manager James Boyle if you have any queries;
info@podericrisci.co.nz
or phone 09 372 2148
WHAT’S ON
Harvest 2021
Whilst 2020 is considered by many to be a year best forgotten, wine aficionados will consider it to be a memorable vintage. As we begin to release some of our 2020 wines, we also look to the upcoming harvest of 2021. Already the vines are becoming laden, and we will be looking to Harvest in February and March. As has been the trend over the last few years, the picking seems to occur earlier as we need accept the trend for hotter, drier summers as an effect of the global climate. These conditions however mean that the fruit is more intense and that the wines display more depth of character.
We have decided this year to invite members and guests to assist us with the harvest, offering a special long lunch on us in return for assistance in harvesting. A chance to not only become a part of the vintage, but also enjoy a very social day. Whoever said there is no such thing as a free lunch?
Opera in the Cellar
Don’t miss out on our annual event;
Gala evening with live opera includes a glass of Taittinger and canapes on arrival in ‘La Locanda’ followed by a 8 course degustation menu with matching wines and an Opera performance in the spectacular setting of our cellar room. Next event, April 2021. (Date TBC)
LA LOCANDA
La Locanda offers a complete wine tasting experience and light menu with delicatessen quality local and imported produce which can be enjoyed onsite or taken away to enjoy at your leisure. We are very excited about this latest addition to Poderi Crisci.
Italian Kitchen Cooking Classes with Antonio Crisci
Enquire about our Italian cuisine cooking classes available for groups [minimum of 10]. There are so many possibilities- learning the art of making mozzarella, gnocchi or fresh pasta to name a few. We can cater the class to suit the needs of your group whether it be a team building exercise or a social event that you are organising.
Cooking is love made visible
PODERI CRISCI EN PRIMEUR
If you have not yet joined our “En Primeur” wine club you may be missing out on the privileges that membership offers. Please follow the link and check out the benefits that membership has to offer. We look forward to welcoming you all to Poderi Crisci in the very near future.
Poderi Crisci “En Primeur”
Be amongst the first to enjoy each new vintage of Poderi Crisci wines
Poderi Crisci “En Primeur” gives you the chance to buy wines as soon as they are released at prices that are well below the regular cellar door price. With the release of each vintage you will receive 6 bottles of each new Poderi Crisci wine, and will also receive a copy of the wine makers notes on the vantage and vinification process.
A great opportunity to improve your cellar with some wines that will never be on offer outside of Poderi Crisci restaurant.
Given the low production and boutique nature of Poderi Crisci, we take the time to ensure that every wine we produce is unique to us and has a history and story behind it as unique as the wine itself.
FUNCTION MENUS
WEDDING OPTIONS
CEREMONY OPTIONS:
Restaurant, Wine Cellar & Roof
MAIN RESTAURANT – SEATED 60, COCKTAIL 100
We can cater for up to 60 guests without additional marquees in our main restaurant area and can extent our capacity to 100 seated guests with marquees.
WINE CELLAR – SEATED OR COCKTAIL 70
We can cater for up to 50 seated guests in the cellar. If you would prefer a stand up mix & mingle cocktail wedding, we can cater for up to 70 guests in this space. Our beautiful wine cellar is a highly enjoyed Winter wedding option.
CELLAR ROOF – WE CATER UP TO 100 SEATED OR COCKTAIL GUESTS.
We specialise in catering for 30 to 100 guest seated, to date our largest wedding on the cellar roof was for 100 guest.
We recommend a 1:30pm start and recommend the guests to catch the 12pm if coming from the city. (We can organise transport, the ferry tickets if required & have a list of accommodation providers). Usually we allow 10 minutes to get everyone onto the transport so they should arrive around 1:15pm
Room / Marquee personalising should be completed the day prior or by 10am and arrival music needs to be in place by 12:00noon (allowing for hiccups). We have a list of florists, bands, DJs and sound system providers or we can organise this for you.
We recommend refreshments for guests on arrival and/ or Sangria prior to the ceremony.
Ceremony scheduled for 1:30 to 2pm, an average would place the ceremony to finish between 2 to 3pm.
Bubbles to celebrate and offering of canapes prior or whilst having photos (we do have a list of photographers registered with us].
This is always hard to predict but Lunch / Dinner should start between 3:30 and 5pm.
Most wedding dinners range from between 3 to 5 hours depending on speeches and how much time between courses the bridal party would like.
Post Lunch / Dinner Music should be installed prior to 12noon. Dance floors can be added or we can offer a separate area like the main restaurant as the dancing area.
We are limited to strict hours,at 9:45 we start closing up with the aim of getting everyone going back to Auckland city on the 11pm boat which means that transport can be organised to also drop guests to their accommodation or the after party, we have a list of after party options available.
Cellar Wedding reference:
Hello Mike,
Thank you for all you did to make Lee & Jacqui’s wedding such a wonderful occasion. The setting, the wine, the food & the service were all excellent – I couldn’t have asked for better for my daughter’s wedding. Did you arrange the perfect weather too? Please pass on to your staff my thanks for their attentive & friendly service & the delicious food they prepared. With all good wishes – Jeanette
Marquee reference:
Hi Mike and Antonio,
I hope this e-mail finds you both well. Hamish and I would like to thank you for hosting our wedding. As you know, we had the most wonderful day. It was perfect. The venue is magical, you should both be very proud of what you have achieved as I don’t think there is anything like Poderi Crisci, anywhere. All our guests are still raving about the whole day. A lot of them had never been to Waiheke so they had no idea what to expect. It’s safe to say they were all blown away. We are so grateful to Mike for being the ultimate host, ensuring that everything went off without a hitch. If there were dramas behind the scenes, we didn’t see them! Also, thank you Mike for responding to the endless e-mails, it is difficult to organise a wedding from Overseas but you made it easy. Thank you Antonio for the food. We choose Poderi Crisci for two reasons, the first, the location, however, the main reason we chose Poderi Crisci was due to Antonio’s reputation for food. We weren’t disappointed. The food was impeccable – the most common compliment we have received from our guests has been about the food, I don’t think anyone has had food like that before at a wedding. Particularly at a wedding catering for 100 plus people. We can’t wait to come back and have a nice long lunch! we look forward to seeing you both again soon. Cheers Fran and Hamish
WEDDING GALLERY
BENVENUTO
Welcome – benvenuto – to the launch of the Poderi Crisci Membership Club ‘En Primeur’.
Antonio Crisci and the team have designed the perfect way for you to become part of the Poderi Crisci family. As the famous credit card tagline said, membership has its privileges, beginning with an invitation to you and your partner at the opening of our amazing new venue La Locanda at Poderi Crisci, Waiheke Island.
La Locanda has been specifically created and designed as a venue for exclusive events such as hosting new vintage tastings and private aperitivo evenings all focussed on ‘En Primeur’ members.
EN PRIMEUR PRIVILEGES
‘En Primeur Collezione’ of 24 bottles of pre-release wines
An invitation to our harvest, dining privileges and exclusive members aperitivo evenings
Members first event invitations to NSP and Poderi including Masterclass cooking classes.
En Primeur membership would be a fantastic gift – anytime – for your partner (or friends) as a gift you could all enjoy together.
For only $1000 per annum, En Primeur is an exclusive membership, therefore numbers are limited. We hope you will be one of the first to become a member and we look forward to seeing you at the launch of La Locanda.
Follow the link to sign up now;
FROM OUR CELLAR TO YOURS
Due to the genuine boutique nature of the vineyard, a select amount of wine is bottled prior to public release. This is a great opportunity to build your cellar and create a collection that allows you to savour our skillful winemakers craft and the subtle uniquenesses from vintage to vintage.
This unique ‘En Primeur Collezione’ of 24 bottles is delivered in carefully packed wooden boxes, with a detailed description of the harvest, wine making techniques and winemakers notes for each wine.
You will be invited to join us for the harvest – including grape stomping if you wish – to have a full understanding the craft that goes into Poderi Crisci wines.
As a member you will also have the opportunity to create your own personalized label* as if owning a small part of the Poderi Crisci family.
*A fee will apply
BE OUR GUEST- THE DINING
Normally everyone feels like a special guest when they experience Poderi Crisci, but membership of ‘En Primeur’ entitles you and your guests to a few extra touches.
– A complimentary bottle of Ombra Sparkling Rose, for bookings of six or more at Poderi Crisci.
– An arrival drink for any booking of four or more enjoying the ‘Trust the Chef’ menu.
– San Pellegrino sparkling water and coffee or tea to finish for you and your guests on any Degustation and matching wine Menu.
– Book a table for 10 for the ‘Trust the Chef’ menu and pay only for nine.
-Wine tasting and aperitivo at La Locanda on Thursday afternoons.
EVENTS
From July to September members can, whilst dining, exclusively enjoy Poderi Crisci wines at the cellar door rate – a discount of 50%. Or purchase a case and enjoy two bottles at the table and take 10 home.
As a member you will be emailed with ‘En Primeur’ preferential booking offers before we have any special events at Poderi Crisci, such as our annual ‘Live Opera Night’, wine tastings, ‘Masterclass’ cooking classes, Onetangi Beach Races and charity lunches. These events tend to book out so we will invite you one week prior.
You will also receive a bi-annual newsletter and mobile notifications highlighting those events plus farmers markets and members only offers.
MEMBERSHIP
Become an ‘En Primeur’ member and receive the ‘24 bottle collezione*’ of our wine – and more – for only $1000 a year. Have the fee charged to your credit card annually and you’ll not need to worry about re-stocking your cellar for any occasion. Any additional wine orders can be made be at members special rates.
*The varietals and vintages on offer this year:
3 bottles of Viburno 2013
3 bottles of Viburno 2014
2 bottles of Riserva 2013
3 bottles of Riserva 2014
2 bottles of Montepulciano 2016
2 bottles of Syrah 2016
3 bottles of Chardonnay 2017
3 bottles of Pinot Grigio 2017
3 bottles of Arneis 2017
Normally a total cellar price value of over $1200, in addition to the privileges already mentioned.
To be a part of this extraordinary membership is simple, go to podercrisci.co.nz and click on the link to sign up. But be quick and be in first as space is limited and the ‘Locanda’ offer will not always be available.
Warm wishes from Antonio Crisci and the team at Poderi Crisci.
Conditions
*Benefits and offers can change at any time.
Membership can be unsubscribed at anytime after the first year, if you decide you no longer wish to be a member.
Follow the link to join now;
CONTACT US
Let’s Get In Touch
Send us a message for more information.
RESERVATIONS
Book a Table
To book a table at Poderi Crisci or Locanda, simply complete the form. Our online booking system will check availability and confirm your reservation instantly. If you would like to request a specific table or area, please note this in our comments box.
Reservation Policy
Please note that for all bookings, a nominated credit card is required to secure your reservation.
If you have not provided a credit card when you made your reservation, please call or send us an email to secure it. The final guest numbers will need to be confirmed 24 hours in advance, and this will be the minimum number that will be charged, as this is the number the kitchen works with for ordering and preparation. Failure to do so will incur a cancellation fee of $50 per person.
We will endeavour to contact you in advance of your reservation; however should we be unable to reach you, please call us or email us to confirm your booking 24 hours in advance at the minimum. We reserve the right to cancel your unconfirmed booking at our discretion and without notice.
Most dietary and allergy requirements can be catered for. Please email or telephone the restaurant to advise if you have any dietary requirements. Children aged 10 years and above our welcome to dine.
We look forward to welcoming you.
To book for our special events please follow the link;
Bookings essential: Please call 09 372 2148 or
email: info@podericrisci.co.nz
If there is no option for the time you would like or for larger parties, please telephone Tel:+64 9 372 2148 to make your reservation. We require credit card details for all bookings.
We look forward to seeing you at Poderi Crisci & Locanda, Waiheke
Please review our cancellation policy.
A 15% SURCHARGE WILL OCCUR ON EACH BILL ON ALL PUBLIC HOLIDAYS
HOW TO GET HERE
PODERI CRISCI, 205 AWAAWAROA RD,
AWAAWAROA BAY, WAIHEKE RD1
09 372 2148
info@podericrisci.co.nz
A visit to Poderi Crisci is an experience that starts with the journey. A chance to enjoy some of the finest scenery Waiheke has to offer over rolling hillsides and picturesque valleys. A journey worthy of the destination.
There are various options to get to Poderi Crisci. WaiCabs, Island Shuttles and Ananda Tours will be happy to meet your party at the ferry terminal and offer great rates to Poderi Crisci guests. Alternatively, and providing there is a sober driver, Waiheke Auto Rentals provide great deals on rental cars. We also provide a landing pad so you can arrive in style via helicopter.
TRANSPORT TO PODERI CRISCI
TAXIS AND SHUTTLE OPERATORS.
The following provide discounted services to Poderi Crisci for small and larger groups.
WAICABS – 0800 924 222. Our preferred operator. Waicabs offer a discounted reliable service to Poderi Crisci from anywhere on Waiheke Island. freindly, knowlegable and local drivers.
ONETANGI EXPRESS – 0800 FERRIES. Onetangi express offers set fares to and from Poderi Crisci, as well as options for tours. You’ll also get to meet one of the islands bigger personalities.
Waiheke Shuttles – 0275357546 – Minivans and comfortable coaches, perfect for parties from 10 – 120 people. (Ideal for larger parties)
CAR RENTAL
All services meet our guests at the Ferry Terminal.
PODERI CRISCI IS NO. 15 ON THE WINE FESTIVAL MAP
OPENING HOURS
Summer 2021
PODERI CRISCI OPENING HOURS
- Monday 12noon – 4.30pm
- Thursday 12noon – 4.30pm
- Friday and Saturday open for lunch from midday and Degustation dinner from 6.30pm
- Sundays open from 12.30 for our acclaimed Long Italian Lunch
- Public holidays are the same as our Sunday hours, serving long lunch only and a public holiday surcharge of 15% will be applied to the account.
- A la carte dining is available only weekdays and Saturday lunch for parties less than 6 guests.
- Due to the intimate nature and style of our dinner service, we suggest that this service is unsuitable for children under 6 years of age.
Please note we operate different menu options at different times of the day and week.
Thursday, Friday, Saturday & Monday lunch bookings; a la carte menu or the ‘Fiducia Dello Chef’ Trust the Chef menu at $89pp excluding beverages. (A la Carte menu option available only to parties of less than 6 guests)
Sunday lunch bookings; Our acclaimed Sunday Long Lunch. Lunch begins around 12.30 and runs through till approximately 4.30pm. The menu changes weekly $89pp excluding beverages. Other menu options are not available on Sunday.
Saturday dinner bookings; In the evening we run a 9 course Degustation Dinner for $95 per person excluding beverages. No a la Carte option. (Not suitable for children under 6 years of age.)
La Locanda
Opening hours:
- Saturday 12pm – 4pm
- Sunday 12pm – 4pm
Cellar door sales are also available to public via our dedicated online purchasing service.
2021, A new dawn!
As we welcome 2021 and put a difficult year behind us, we have relished the opportunity of welcoming new guests from other regions in New Zealand to Waiheke and to Poderi Crisci.
Waiheke island is one of the few escapes that comes close to being “A World Apart” and Poderi Crisci continues to offer a true Italian feel and experience.
We continue to be vigilant and observe COVID19 protocols in respect to contact tracing and sanitisation and appreciate your support in this area also.
We invite you to leave the world behind for an afternoon and transport yourself to somewhere just that little bit special.
Note: On public holidays a 15% surcharge will apply. Bookings are essential for the Sunday ‘Long Lunch’ and the degustation dinner.
