Martinborough

"Wairarapa (meaning glistening waters in Maori) (Martinborough's overarching region) is a compact yet diverse region, with numerous boutique producers offering a range varieties and producing wine of exceptional quality. A boutique region, Wairarapa has just 3% of New Zealand’s land under vine, and contributes to 1% of its total production.

A range of styles and varieties are on offer, such as standout Pinot Noir, Sauvignon Blanc  and aromatics, as well as stylish Chardonnay, Syrah and dessert wines.

The three main sub-regions in the area are Martinborough, Gladstone and Masterton. These sub-regions share a similar climate and soil structures, yet offer subtle differences in character for the discerning palate to explore.

Wairarapa’s modern wine history dates from the late 1970s plantings of Martinborough, which included producers such as: Dry River, Martinborough Vineyard, Ata Rangi and Chifney (now Margrain). A short, scenic drive from Wellington, the picturesque region is around 30 kilometers from the sea, and offers a range of wine tourism activities, unique accommodation, and superb dining options." - Wine NZ

Map adapted from Vineyards.com

  • Palliser Single Vineyard Hua Nui Pinot Noir 2021

    Palliser Single Vineyard Hua Nui Pinot Noir 2021

    Region: NZ- Martinborough
    Farming Organic Sustainably-made

    DECANTER 97 POINTS!
    DECANTER WORLD WINE AWARDS BEST IN SHOW TROPHY

      "Deep scarlet in colour, the aromas of this forthright, vital Pinot evoke both raspberries and plums. On the palate, too, the wine is energetic and exuberant; its structure derives from that force of fruit, darkened by oak and lifted by ripe,...

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  • [SOLD-OUT] Palliser Estate Chardonnay 2021

    [SOLD-OUT] Palliser Estate Chardonnay 2021

    Region: NZ- Martinborough
    Farming Organic Sustainably-made

    95 POINTS! - WINE ORBIT

      "Gorgeously styled and composed, the enticing bouquet shows golden peach, brioche, spicy oak and oatmeal characters. It's equally satisfying on the palate offering excellent concentration and depth of flavour, beautifully complemented by silky...

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  • [SOLD-OUT] Craggy Range Te Muna Road Sauvignon Blanc 2022

    [SOLD-OUT] Craggy Range Te Muna Road Sauvignon Blanc 2022

    Region: NZ- Martinborough
    Farming Organic Sustainably-made

    IMPRESSIVE NZ SAUVIGNON BLANC FROM THE STONY SOILS OF MARTINBOROUGH!

      "The limestone-infused soils of Te Muna Road Vineyard, as well as some careful work in the winery, has yielded this superb example of Martinborough Sauvignon Blanc. Lashings of elderflower, passionfruit and lemon curd abound here, complexity and...

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  • [SOLD-OUT] Palliser Estate Chardonnay 2020

    [SOLD-OUT] Palliser Estate Chardonnay 2020

    Region: NZ- Martinborough
    Farming Organic Sustainably-made

    WINE ORBIT 95 POINTS!

      "Gorgeously styled and composed, the enticing bouquet shows golden peach, brioche, spicy oak and oatmeal characters. It's equally satisfying on the palate offering excellent concentration and depth of flavour, beautifully complemented by silky...

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  • [SOLD-OUT] Craggy Range Te Muna Road Riesling 2021

    [SOLD-OUT] Craggy Range Te Muna Road Riesling 2021

    Region: NZ- Martinborough
    Farming Organic Sustainably-made

    REAL REVIEW 95 POINTS!

      "Very pale straw-lemon in colour. Aromas of lemon curd, kaffir lime leaf, and rose petal. The palate is taut and long, with a crunchy lemon acid driving long through the finish. The mid-palate has a delicious pithiness, with varietal flavours of...

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  • [SOLD-OUT] Craggy Range Aroha Pinot Noir 2021

    [SOLD-OUT] Craggy Range Aroha Pinot Noir 2021

    Region: NZ- Martinborough
    Farming Organic Sustainably-made

    BOB CAMPBELL 98 POINTS!
    HUON HOOKE 98 POINTS!
    CAMERON DOUGLAS 96 POINTS!
    JANCIS ROBINSON 17/20

      "Fragrant, floral pinot noir with cassis, dark cherry, red rose, cacao nib the dominant flavours right now, with many other more subtle characters in support. I love the enlivening acid and tannic structure which gives the wine an exciting energy...

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  • [SOLD-OUT] Luna Estate Pinot Noir 2020

    [SOLD-OUT] Luna Estate Pinot Noir 2020

    Region: NZ- Martinborough
    Farming Organic

    MICHAEL COOPER 4.5 STARS! CAMERON DOUGLAS MS 93-94 POINTS! WINE ORBIT 93 POINTS!

      "Offering excellent value, bright ruby, it is mouthfilling and vibrantly fruity, with good density of berryish, plummy, spicy flavours, savoury notes adding complexity, and ripe, supple tannins. Well worth cellaring, it should break into full...

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  • [SOLD-OUT] Luna Eclipse Pinot Noir 2019

    [SOLD-OUT] Luna Eclipse Pinot Noir 2019

    Region: NZ- Martinborough
    Farming Organic

    MICHAEL COOPER 5 STARS! WINE RATER 96 POINTS! BOB CAMPBELL 95 POINTS! WINE ORBIT 94 POINTS! CAMERON DOUGLAS 94 POINTS!

      "Delicate, almost ethereal pinot noir with floral, violet, red cherry, spicy oak and a hint of mineral flavours. Impressive purity and subtle power with a tantalising lingering finish. Very impressive." -Bob Campbell   "Graceful and...

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  • [SOLD-OUT] Luna Eclipse Chardonnay 2020

    [SOLD-OUT] Luna Eclipse Chardonnay 2020

    Region: NZ- Martinborough
    Farming Organic

    MICHAEL COOPER 4.5 STARS! CAMERON DOUGLAS 95 POINTS! WINE ORBIT 94 POINTS! WINE FRONT 94 POINTS! BOB CAMPBELL 94 POINTS!

      "Aromas of brazil nut butter, cashew, ripe yellow peach and baked apple. Layers of spice with vanilla and new wood scents add complexity and depth. Lovely weight and texture on the palate with flavours of sweet citrus and apple, then toasty peach...

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  • [SOLD-OUT] Ata Rangi Crimson Pinot Noir 2016

    [SOLD-OUT] Ata Rangi Crimson Pinot Noir 2016

    Region: NZ- Martinborough

    Wine Front 94 Points!   "Martinborough pinot noir at the hand of one of the masters. “The name Crimson is inspired by a love of rata and pohutakawa, New Zealand’s stunning red-flowering native trees. Sales of this wine support the Project Crimson...

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  • [SOLD-OUT] Martinborough Te Tera Pinot Noir 2015

    [SOLD-OUT] Martinborough Te Tera Pinot Noir 2015

    Region: NZ- Martinborough

    Raymond Chan 18.5/20 points! “Dark, even ruby-red colour with light purple hues, a little paler on the rim, youthful in appearance. The nose is well-proportioned with good volume and depth of ripe dark raspberries, black cherries and plum fruit, along...

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  • [SOLD-OUT] Dry River Pinot Noir 2014

    [SOLD-OUT] Dry River Pinot Noir 2014

    Region: NZ- Martinborough

    Bob Campbell MW 98 points!“An intense, velvety Pinot Noir, with strong sweet cherry, Oriental spices, plum, violet and nutty oak flavours. A powerful wine in a style that often attracts criticism for being too big and lacking varietal identity, but you...

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  • Escarpment Pinot Noir 2009

    [SOLD-OUT] Escarpment Pinot Noir 2009

    Region: NZ- Martinborough

    "Perfume, elegant fruit flavours, and soft ripe tannins are all hallmarks of this exceptional Pinot Noir.Perfect weather in Martinborough during flowering in December 2008 resulted in an ideal crop. A normal warm dry summer followed creating the...

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  • Ata Rangi Petrie Chardonnay 2010

    [SOLD-OUT] Ata Rangi Petrie Chardonnay 2010

    Region: NZ- Martinborough

    Gourmet Traveller 95 points! "Although this wine has had the Rolls Royce treatment with seven months oak maturation on yeast lees, it has a strong fruit emphasis with plump, almost luscious, mouth-filling ripe tree-fruit flavours. Irresistibly drinkable...

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  • Koru Pinot Noir 2005

    [SOLD-OUT] Koru Pinot Noir 2005

    Region: NZ- Martinborough

    Michael Cooper 4 stars!"This youthful 2005 is already delicious, with generous cherry and plum flavours, hints of liquorice, and spice, sweet-fruit delights and rounded tannins."Michael Cooper, NZ Wine Buyers Guide 2008"The colour is a beautifully bright...

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  • [SOLD-OUT] Ata Rangi Crimson Pinot Noir 2015

    [SOLD-OUT] Ata Rangi Crimson Pinot Noir 2015

    Region: NZ- Martinborough

    Wine Front 91 points!“Crimson is the ‘entry level’ Ata Rangi pinot noir but also a wine that helps fund a charitable conservation trust that looks to preserve some native trees known as Rata in New Zealand. Important footnote when drinking this wine...

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  • [SOLD-OUT] Martinborough Te Tera Pinot Noir 2014

    [SOLD-OUT] Martinborough Te Tera Pinot Noir 2014

    Region: NZ- Martinborough

    Raymond Chan 18/20 Points! Five Stars! "Full, even, moderately dark ruby-red colour with slight purple hues, a little lighter edged. The nose is full and up-front with aromas of savoury dark-red berry and cherry fruit interwoven with plum and raspberry...

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  • Escarpment Pinot Noir 2008

    [SOLD-OUT] Escarpment Pinot Noir 2008

    Region: NZ- Martinborough

    Bob Campbell 90 Points!"Bright, focussed wine with strong cherry, red-fleshed plum, floral and nutty French oak flavours. Supple, elegant Pinot Noir that's long and linear. Power delivered with great subtlety."Bob Campbell MW, www.bobswinereviews...

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