Grapes are tricky creatures. Even when raised in captivity where they are nurtured and lovingly looked after by their devoted keepers who's only hope is to see them reach their full potential, they can still occasionally turn wild for no apparent reason and attempt to flee. Often the only way to correct this behaviour and revert them back to a state of obedience and goodness is to seal them in a bottle. For a very long time.

See some grapes still successfully kept in captivity up close and personal with a four-hour Hawke's Bay wine tour with Grape Escape Wine Tours. For just $33 you'll recieve plenty of wine tastings, a cheese platter and transfers from and to your accommodation.

Join the Grape Escape team on a fun filled wine tasting afternoon, driving through absolutely stunning Hawke's Bay scenery. Meet like-minded people and share an appreciation of this region's fantastic wine. Visit four to five wineries and enjoy a cheese platter in the grounds of Ngatarawa Vineyard beside the lily pond. You will taste around 30 different wines including the main varieties, Merlot, Syrah, Chardonnay and Sauvignon Blanc, as well as Pinot Gris, Viognier and the lesser known aromatics such as Gewurztraminer and Riesling. Departure time is 1.00pm and return time is 5.00pm. You'll receive return transfers from and to your Napier, Hastings or Havelock North accommodation in a luxury, air conditioned vehicle as part of the package.