I fell for ‘Blondie’ at Wooing Tree Vineyard, I liked her “delightful aromas of peaches and cream”. Next I fell for a love story ….. a couple met over a glass of Wooing Tree, a few years later they said their vows at the vineyard. The couple continue a long tradition of Wooing Tree romance.
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The Wooing Tree
The vineyard takes its name from a large pine tree, affectionately known by locals as the Wooing Tree. The tree could have succumbed to a chainsaw when the vineyard was being developed – the new owners were unaware it was Cromwell’s lovers lane. Locals campaigned to save the tree and a poetry competition was held in its honour. The winning poem tells a tale of devotion to a tree that helped increase the local population. Long live the Wooing Tree, may there be many more proposals beneath its branches.
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Platter and wine at Wooing Tree
Wooing Tree Vineyard is opposite the Big Fruit Sculpture in Cromwell on Shortcut Road. It’s a small, family friendly vineyard that serves light meals and platters. Open 7 days from 10am – 5pm.