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 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 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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  • 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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  • Martinborough Te Tera Pinot Noir 2011

    [SOLD-OUT] Martinborough Te Tera Pinot Noir 2011

    Region: NZ- Martinborough

    Jancis Robinson 17/20 points!Quite a complex, savoury nose with real fruit depth on the mid palate and the acidity just right rather than dominant. Convincing. Dry finish.jancisrobinson.com, 30th November 2012. "Strawberry, cherry and a hint of savoury...

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  • Dry River Pinot Noir 2010

    [SOLD-OUT] Dry River Pinot Noir 2010

    Region: NZ- Martinborough

    "The colour is a deep, rich, ruby shade with an almost purple edge. The nose is both pretty and varietal, with flowers, black cherries, spicy potpourri and subtle undertones of briarwood and new leather. Fine tannins spread across the palate giving a...

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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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    $79.95
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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 Crimson Pinot Noir 2011

    [SOLD-OUT] Ata Rangi Crimson Pinot Noir 2011

    Region: NZ- Martinborough

    "More savoury than fruity, a faint hint of clove and fresh cardamom adds intrigue to the nose, with flavours suggestive of plum/cranberry/red licorice coming through on the palate. Easily the most seductive feature of this release is the wonderfully...

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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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    $85.00
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  • Dry River Pinot Noir 2009

    [SOLD-OUT] Dry River Pinot Noir 2009

    Region: NZ- Martinborough

    Bob Campbell 95 points! Dense, supple wine with appealing aromatics suggesting floral violets, cherry, raspberry and spice. Layers of fruit, floral and spice flavours continue on the lengthy palate. Sweet fruit is restrained by fine acidity and ripe...

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    $130.00
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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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  • 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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