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 Om Santi Chardonnay 2021

    Palliser Single Vineyard Om Santi Chardonnay 2021

    Region: NZ- Martinborough
    Farming Organic Sustainably-made

    DECANTER 97 POINTS!
    DECANTER WORLD WINE AWARDS PLATINUM MEDAL

      "Reminiscent of a stylish white Burgundy with a delicious purity of stone fruit and swirling citrus qualities. Ample and concentrated with a linear mineral flow and lingering fresh acidity which carry through to the elegant finale...

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  • Luna Eclipse Chardonnay 2020

    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] 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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  • Ata Rangi Craighall Chardonnay 2010

    [SOLD-OUT] Ata Rangi Craighall Chardonnay 2010

    Region: NZ- Martinborough

    Bob Campbell 95 points! "It's a shame in a way that Ata Rangi is such a successful Pinot Noir producer because it sometimes obscures the fact that they consistently make one of the country's best Chardonnays. I Love the slightly more fruit-driven Petrie...

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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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  • Escarpment Kupe Chardonnay 2006

    [SOLD-OUT] Escarpment Kupe Chardonnay 2006

    Region: NZ- Martinborough

    Wine Advocate 90 points!"The 2006 Kupe Chardonnay (named after a Maori explorer) is whole-bunch pressed from Clone 95 vines, fermented in barrel and matured for 12 months using 50% new oak. Restrained on the nose with notes of hazelnut and almond, the...

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  • Craggy Range Te Muna Sauvignon Blanc 2005

    [SOLD-OUT] Craggy Range Te Muna Sauvignon Blanc 2005

    Region: NZ- Martinborough

    Matured in French oak barriques with indigenous fermentation, this is Sauvignon Blanc with a difference! Lychees, ripe apple, mango and honey comb feature on the nose. On the palate a myriad of flavours spring to attention swirling between deft layers...

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  • Dry River Pinot Gris 2012

    [SOLD-OUT] Dry River Pinot Gris 2012

    Region: NZ- Martinborough

    Gourmet Traveller 97 points! "Predictably intense, rich pinot gris with strong apricot, nectarine and other tree-fruit flavours along with nutty yeast lees and subtle oriental spices. As good as the flavour profile of this wine is mouth-filling, silken...

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  • Ata Rangi Craighall Chardonnay 2009

    [SOLD-OUT] Ata Rangi Craighall Chardonnay 2009

    Region: NZ- Martinborough

    Nick Stock 93 points! "Packed with nuts and nougat, peaches and stone fruits and creamy honey. Assertive study acid holds the richness in check." Nick Stock, Wine100, June 2011 Gourmet Traveller 97 Points!"This has more power and concentration than the...

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  • Dry River Pinot Gris 2011

    [SOLD-OUT] Dry River Pinot Gris 2011

    Region: NZ- Martinborough

    Bob Campbell 96 points!"This wine has a characteristic straw colour with an upfront nose of honeysuckle and poached pear, followed by tropical melon and the fragrant and floral spice of potpourri. On tasting, first impressions are of an obvious...

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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 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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  • 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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  • [SOLD-OUT] Babich Organic Single Vineyard Sauvignon Blanc 2016

    [SOLD-OUT] Babich Organic Single Vineyard Sauvignon Blanc 2016

    Region: NZ- Martinborough
    Farming Vegan-friendly Organic

    Michael Cooper 4 Stars! "This subtle, fully dry wine is grown in the Wairau Valley. The 2016 vintage is mouthfilling, with good vigour and depth of ripe tropical-fruit flavours, slightly spicy and minerally notes, and a long, tight finish." Michael...

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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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  • Cloudy Bay Te Koko 2003

    [SOLD-OUT] Cloudy Bay Te Koko 2003

    Region: NZ- Martinborough

    The grapes were harvested in the cool of the night to preserve fruit flavour and a mixture of whole bunches and de-stemmed fruit was loaded directly to tank presses. After settling for a period the juice was racked directly to French oak barrels (a low...

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