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

  • 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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  • 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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    $32.50
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  • Alana Estate Pinot Noir 2006

    [SOLD-OUT] Alana Estate Pinot Noir 2006

    Region: NZ- Martinborough

    Bob Campbell 90 Points!"Dense, fruity Pinot Noir with strong black doris plum and dark cherry flavours. Silken-textured wine with good weight and ripe, fine tannins that give a pleasantly drying finish. The oak is subtle but adds complexity."Bob Campbell...

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    $61.50
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  • 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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  • 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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    $69.95
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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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    $45.00
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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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    $33.00
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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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  • 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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    $75.00
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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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  • 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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    $80.00
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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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    $86.50
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