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

  • Martinborough Vineyards Pinot Noir 2008

    [SOLD-OUT] Martinborough Vineyards Pinot Noir 2008

    Region: NZ- Martinborough

    Bob Campbell 95 Points!"Subtle, elegant wine that builds in the mouth to reveal and long and splendidly complex finish. A mix of fine fruit, floral and savoury flavours that are difficult to describe but easy to appreciate. The wine has density, great...

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  • Ata Rangi Craighall Chardonnay 2008

    [SOLD-OUT] Ata Rangi Craighall Chardonnay 2008

    Region: NZ- Martinborough

    "This stylish wine continues to build the fine reputation the label has earned over the years. It has the usual power and complexity with concentrated citrus/grapefruit and mineral characters given extra spice from nutty yeast lees and classy oak. Firmly...

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  • Ata Rangi Pinot Noir 2012

    [SOLD-OUT] Ata Rangi Pinot Noir 2012

    Region: NZ- Martinborough

    Gourmet Traveller 98 points!"This is a silken textured wine with cherry, plum, mineral and trademark savoury/herb characters. An elegant pinot noir with subtle power in its lengthy finish. This is a very good example from one of the country's premium...

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    $75.00
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  • Ata Rangi Craighall Chardonnay 2007

    [SOLD-OUT] Ata Rangi Craighall Chardonnay 2007

    Region: NZ- Martinborough

    Bob Campbell 94 points!"I've always loved this wine - it comes up to the mark every vintage. It has beautifully focused fruit flavours (grapefruit, nectarine and white peach) that are exquisitely enhanced by sensitive winemaking to add bran biscuit and...

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  • Ata Rangi Pinot Noir 2011

    [SOLD-OUT] Ata Rangi Pinot Noir 2011

    Region: NZ- Martinborough

    Gourmet Traveller 98 Points!Elegant and quite complex with tight, powerful cherry/berry fruit flavours and an underlying sappy, savoury mineral character that lifts the wine. A classic pinot from a good year.Bob Campbell, Gourmet Traveller Wine...

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    $72.00
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  • Martinborough Vineyards Pinot Noir 2006

    [SOLD-OUT] Martinborough Vineyards Pinot Noir 2006

    Region: NZ- Martinborough

    Bob Campbell 95 Points!"The good winemakers of Martinborough must be pleased that their namesake winery is a consistently high performer with the region's signature grape variety. This silken-textured, almost chewy wine is dense, powerful and yet...

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  • Craggy Range Te Muna Road Pinot Noir 2011

    [SOLD-OUT] Craggy Range Te Muna Road Pinot Noir 2011

    Region: NZ- Martinborough

    Raymond Chan 18/20 points! "Moderately deep, light ruby-red colour with some purple hues on edge. The nose is elegant, but penetrating with very aromatic, lifted dark cherry and dark red floral aromas along with hints of spices and minerals...

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  • Ata Rangi Pinot Noir 2010

    [SOLD-OUT] Ata Rangi Pinot Noir 2010

    Region: NZ- Martinborough

    Bob Campbell MW 96 Points!"When Ata Rangi was recognised by its peers as being the first equal producer of Pinot Noir in this country I thought the honour well deserved. As an early pioneer of top Pinot Noir this small family company has never rested on...

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  • Dry River Pinot Gris 2008

    [SOLD-OUT] Dry River Pinot Gris 2008

    Region: NZ- Martinborough

    "Aromas of quince and ripe pear along with delicate florals and hints of beeswax all contribute to a quintessential Pinot gris. The flavours are also of quince/yellow peach and pear with an obvious minerality, touches of beeswax and, as Katy insists,...

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  • Craggy Range Te Muna Road Pinot Noir 2010

    [SOLD-OUT] Craggy Range Te Muna Road Pinot Noir 2010

    Region: NZ- Martinborough

    Michael Cooper 5 Stars!"Fragrant, spicy, smoky bouquet, it is sturdy, rich, savoury and complex, with densely packed cherry, plum, spice and nut flavours, ripe and finely textured."Michael Cooper, Buyer's Guide for NZ Wine 2012 Huon Hooke 95...

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  • Ata Rangi Pinot Noir 2009

    [SOLD-OUT] Ata Rangi Pinot Noir 2009

    Region: NZ- Martinborough

    Nick Stock's Good Wine Guide 2011 Best New Zealand Pinot Noir! "It's going to be a hard wine to knock off for this award, and 2009 is yet another stunning wine. Ethereal complexity, depth and palate weight. You'll struggle to find better quality and...

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    $95.00
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  • Dry River Lovat Gewurztraminer 2008

    [SOLD-OUT] Dry River Lovat Gewurztraminer 2008

    Region: NZ- Martinborough

    Bob Campbell MW 96 points!"Wonderfully intense wine with layer upon layer of exotic tropical fruit, floral and spice flavours. Reminds me of the tropical hot house in Kew Gardens. Any tannins are cleverly concealed by moderate sweetness (some from...

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    $70.00
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  • Craggy Range Te Muna Road Pinot Noir 2009

    [SOLD-OUT] Craggy Range Te Muna Road Pinot Noir 2009

    Region: NZ- Martinborough

    eRobertParker.com 92-94 Points!"The 2009 Te Muna Road Pinot Noir has an adorable ripe redcurrant, raspberry, wild strawberry and orange sorbet bouquet that soars from the glass. The palate has a ripe, caressing entry with rounded redcurrant and orange...

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  • Ata Rangi Pinot Noir 2008

    [SOLD-OUT] Ata Rangi Pinot Noir 2008

    Region: NZ- Martinborough

    The Big Red Wine Book 96 points!"Ata Rangi is one of the greats of New Zealand pinot noir and one of our personal favourites. It has such a remarkable fragrance of roses and cherry essence that at first it presents as a simple, almost jubey wine, but...

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    $81.95
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  • Craggy Range Te Muna Road Pinot Noir 2008

    [SOLD-OUT] Craggy Range Te Muna Road Pinot Noir 2008

    Region: NZ- Martinborough

    Wine Spectator 93 points! Best Red Wine of Show -Tri Nations Wine Challenge 2010"The top wine of the show, Craggy Range 2008 Te Muna Pinot Noir [sends] a strong signal that New Zealand makes world class Pinot Noir. It's a fantastic Pinot Noir with the...

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  • Ata Rangi Pinot Noir 2007

    [SOLD-OUT] Ata Rangi Pinot Noir 2007

    Region: NZ- Martinborough

    An extremely low-yielding 2007 vintage has delivered a serious, muscular, powerful pinot noir. Dark brooding plum, cherry-stone aromas and exotic spice lead to a rich, dense palate characterised by firm but supple tannins and a deliciously...

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    $80.95
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  • Ata Rangi Pinot Noir 2006

    [SOLD-OUT] Ata Rangi Pinot Noir 2006

    Region: NZ- Martinborough

    Wine Advocate 91 Points!"The 2006 Ata Rangi Pinot Noir (tasted twice) includes fruit from some of the 27-year-old home block vines and was matured for 12 months using 25% new oak. It displays a vibrant, slightly leafy nose with cranberry and a touch of...

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    $85.00
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  • Craggy Range Te Muna Road Pinot Noir 2006

    [SOLD-OUT] Craggy Range Te Muna Road Pinot Noir 2006

    Region: NZ- Martinborough

    eRobert Parker.com 93 points!"The 2006 Te Muna Road Pinot Noir was a little sullen on the nose when I tasted it, the palate displays very fine tannins with a touch of sous-bois and spice towards the plum finish."Neal Martin, Wine Advocate Issue #176,...

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    $66.50
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  • Ata Rangi Pinot Noir 2002

    [SOLD-OUT] Ata Rangi Pinot Noir 2002

    Region: NZ- Martinborough

    Ata Rangi Pinot Noir 2002 - ***** 5 stars The real McCoy. The type of wine that all our winemakers should aspire to make. A Kiwi icon and deservedly so. From the 100-plus new vintage pinots I've tried so far, it's clearly the best. Complex, perfumed,...

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