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

  • Voss Estate Pinot Noir 2007

    [SOLD-OUT] Voss Estate Pinot Noir 2007

    Region: NZ- Martinborough

    "Experienced Gary and Annette Voss have won plaudits for their Pinots around the world. This latest effort is balanced and lively, with enduring ripe, sweet notes." - 5 stars - Top 10 NZ Pinot, Cuisine magazine, Nov 2008 "Yet another stunning wine from...

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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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  • Escarpment Moana Pinot Noir 2006

    [SOLD-OUT] Escarpment Moana Pinot Noir 2006

    Region: NZ- Martinborough

    Wine Advocate 91 points!"The 2006 Moana Pinot Noir is much earthier on the nose with a touch of forest floor, whilst the palate is almost tart with fresh ripe black cherries, boysenberry and a touch of cassis on the herbaceous finish. This is a vivacious...

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    $66.95
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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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  • [SOLD-OUT] Ata Rangi Pinot Noir 2014

    [SOLD-OUT] Ata Rangi Pinot Noir 2014

    Region: NZ- Martinborough

    "...The long-serving, dedicated team behind Ata Rangi just go from strength to strength. Their Pinots have always been great and yet, even in a world where the Pinot benchmark gets higher very year, Ata Rangi is better than ever." - Lisa Perrotti-Brown...

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    $89.90
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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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    $57.00
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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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    $47.95
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  • Ata Rangi Pinot Noir 2013

    [SOLD-OUT] Ata Rangi Pinot Noir 2013

    Region: NZ- Martinborough

    Wine Front 95+ points!"Reserved bouquet of just-ripe red berry fruits and rose petals with whiffs of graphite, wet slate, clove. Exotic pot pourri " great scent. Immediately wonderful with stern, coiled textural feel chaperoned by stony tannins and...

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  • 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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    $79.95
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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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    $54.95
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  • Ata Rangi Crimson Pinot Noir 2013

    [SOLD-OUT] Ata Rangi Crimson Pinot Noir 2013

    Region: NZ- Martinborough

    "Opens layer by layer in the glass to show lovely wild cherry and dark berry notes. More savoury than 'sweet', there are intriguing touches of thyme, sandalwood and dried rose pot pourri. The palate is focused by the spine of tight, fine tannins...

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    $31.50
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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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  • Dry River Pinot Noir 2011

    [SOLD-OUT] Dry River Pinot Noir 2011

    Region: NZ- Martinborough

    "Vintage 2011 produced a complex wine which is somewhat more approachable than in previous years. Fruit characters such as Black Doris plum and soft berry compote, both typical for Dry River, are in abundance. A floral mix dominated by violets, baking...

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    $135.00
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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 Crimson Pinot Noir 2012

    [SOLD-OUT] Ata Rangi Crimson Pinot Noir 2012

    Region: NZ- Martinborough

    Nick Stock 92 points!"A very complex and savory looking Crimson in 2012, this has a wealth of meat, earth, herbs, spices and even hints of truffle on the nose - impressive at this young stage. The palate is built on nice, grainy tannins that run in...

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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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