Wineries in New Zealand
Book tastings, tours and unique experiences directly with 4,000+ wineries across 50+ countries.
Flexible planning for a stress-free journey.
Personalized recommendations from our wine experts.
Support producers who prioritize the planet.
33 wineries
Search results
Showing 1–33 of 33 wineries
Key facts about wineries in New Zealand
- White wine
- Red wine
- Sparkling wine
- Rosé wine
Pinot NoirMerlotSyrahCabernet SauvignonMalbecCabernet Franc
Sauvignon BlancChardonnayPinot GrisRieslingGewürztraminerAlbariñoSignature wines: Sauvignon Blanc · Pinot Noir · Syrah · Bordeaux blend (Gimblett Gravels) · Pinot Noir · Chardonnay · Riesling
- January: Peak — hot and busy
- February: Best — mild, cellars open · Harvest
- March: Best — mild, cellars open · Harvest
- April: Best — mild, cellars open · Harvest
- May: Quiet season
- June: Quiet season
- July: Quiet season
- August: Quiet season
- September: Quiet season
- October: Best — mild, cellars open
- November: Best — mild, cellars open
- December: Peak — hot and busy
- Best — mild, cellars open
- Peak — hot and busy
- Quiet season
- Harvest · vintage
Tip: Most cellar doors take walk-ins with a small tasting fee, usually waived on purchase; book ahead in Central Otago and on Waiheke; drive on the left and keep to the 0.05 limit.
- Registered regional GI
- Registered wine region on the IPONZ register, e.g. Marlborough, Hawke's Bay, Central Otago
- Registered sub-regional GI
- Smaller registered place, e.g. Bannockburn, Waipara Valley, Waiheke Island, Gladstone
- Blenheim
- Marlborough (Wairau, Awatere)
- Napier / Hastings
- Hawke's Bay, Gimblett Gravels
- Queenstown
- Central Otago (Gibbston, Bannockburn 1h)
- Christchurch
- Waipara / North Canterbury (1h)
- Auckland
- Waiheke Island, Kumeu, Matakana
- Nelson
- Nelson (Moutere Hills)
- Vineyard area
- 42,520 ha (2025)
- Grape varieties
- Sauvignon Blanc 67% 28,702 of 42,520 producing ha; Marlborough alone 30,469 ha (72%)
- Climate
- Cool maritime; long sunshine, cool nights; Marlborough dry, Central Otago semi-continental
- Soils
- Alluvial river gravels and stony terraces; clay-loam in Waipara; schist-derived in Otago
- Most wine from
- Marlborough · Hawke's Bay · North Canterbury · Gisborne
- Language
- English, Māori
- Currency
- New Zealand Dollar
- Wine history
- Vines since 1819 (Northland); Marlborough Sauvignon Blanc from 1973 drove the modern boom
- Suggested stay
- 3–5 days (Marlborough + Central Otago)
Key figures and sources
| Fact | Value | Year | Source |
|---|---|---|---|
| Wine regions | 11 — regions in the NZW Vineyard Register (Northland to Waitaki Valley) | 2025 | nzw_ar2025 |
| Appellations | 19 registered wine GIs — Geographical Indications (Wine and Spirits) Registration Act 2006, in force 2017; IPONZ register | 2025 | iponz_register |
| World production | #12 — 3.7 mhl · 1.7% of the world | 2025 | oiv2025 |
| Vineyard area | 42,520 ha | 2025 | nzw_ar2025 |
| Grape varieties | Sauvignon Blanc 67% — 28,702 of 42,520 producing ha; Marlborough alone 30,469 ha (72%) | 2025 | nzw_ar2025 |
Updated Sep 26, 2026Sources: nzw_ar2025 · iponz_register · oiv2025
Browse Wineries by Country
Plan your wine journey
Itineraries, primers and harvest reports — straight from our editors and hosts.
Price Range
Per person, before taxes
🌿 Organic
Languages
New Zealand, an island nation celebrated for its winemaking, houses a plethora of esteemed wineries across its picturesque landscapes. Leading the way is Marlborough, renowned globally for its signature Sauvignon Blanc, and home to famed wineries such as Cloudy Bay. In the sun-soaked Hawke's Bay region, wineries like Elephant Hill Estate produce notable Syrah and Bordeaux blend wines. Further south, Central Otago's Amisfield winery is highly regarded for its captivating Pinot Noir. These regions, each offering unique wine-tasting experiences, collectively make New Zealand a haven for wine aficionados worldwide
In the last few years, wineries in New Zealand have gained significant attention in the wine industry. Today, wineries in New Zealand are indeed considered quality wine producers with a strong sustainability policy.
Most of the boutique-style wineries in New Zealand monitor water, soil, and pest usage and produce high-quality white, red, fortified, or sparkling wines.
If you are planning to visit wineries in New Zealand, you will have to carefully choose where to go first and start looking for the best region for you. There are plenty of gorgeous wineries in New Zealand, spread all over each region. All wineries in New Zealand have their own story to tell, winemaking techniques, and unique wines to offer their guests.
Frequently Asked Questions
FAQ
New Zealand has a well-developed airport system and a number of domestic and international flights, which can be a very convenient and fast way to visit the best wineries in New Zealand.
South regions, like Otago, can be reached by Queenstown Airport (ZQN), or by Dunedin Airport (DUD)
In the Canterbury wine region, fly into Christchurch Airport (CHC).
The northern regions are connected to several airports.
To visit the wineries in the Wairarapa wine region, fly into Palmerston North (PMR).
To visit the Waikato wine region, use Hamilton Airport (YHM).
Fly into Auckland Airport (AKL), to visit the Auckland wine region.
To visit some of the best wineries in New Zealand, driving is one of the most convenient options. Below you can find brief information on how to travel in each wine region of New Zealand.
Drive around the Central Otago region via roads 6, 8, 8A, and 8 85.
Canterbury area has some amazing wineries in New Zealand, drive around the region using the highways: 8, 1, 77, and 73. Also, road 7 goes through the Waipara Valley and North Canterbury.
Marlborough, the region with some of the best wineries in New Zealand, can be traveled around by the highways: 1, 63, 65, and 6. Highway 1, goes along the Pacific Ocean to enjoy the views during your trip.
Most of the Nelson wine region can be visited by highways 6 and 60.
Wairarapa wine region has some very interesting wineries in New Zealand. Travel around the wine region by the highways: 1, 2, 54, and 57.
To travel around Hawke`s Bay and make stops at some of the best wineries in New Zealand, highways 2, 38, and 5 will be in your service.
Gisborne is a significant area on the wine map of wineries in New Zealand. The region is mainly covered by highways 2 and 35.
The Auckland and Waikato neighboring regions can be driven around by the local highways: 2, 1, and 16.
Visit some of the wineries in New Zealand using the local railway system. The railway system does not cover many parts of the country, however, the carriages are very comfortable, accessible and provide snacks and drinks in the beautiful small train cafes.
Trains connect the cities of Christchurch (Canterbury), and Picton (Marlborough).
On the North Island, the railway connects Wellington (Wairarapa), Hamilton (Waikato), and Auckland (Auckland).
FAQ
Yes, New Zealand has some outstanding vineyards, in both the Southern and Northern islands.
The country's soil can be described as alluvial, most of the wineries are situated in areas with a maritime climate, which means that the sea affects the air and soil very much. Due to the special climate, New Zealand vineyards experience cooler summers and milder winters, compared to the vineyards of Europe or North America.
There can be counted more than 2000 wineries in New Zealand.
Most of the wineries in New Zealand mainly produce white wine.
However, some amazing Pinot Noir and Syrah can be tasted in the regions of Canterbury and Central Otago.
In all regions from Central Otago to Auckland, wineries in New Zealand produce outstanding white wine varieties like Chardonnay, Pinot Gris, Sauvignon Blanc, and others.
The wineries in New Zealand, produce very nice sparkling wines.
Most of the sparkling wines of New Zealand are produced in Marlborough region.
The sparkling wines in New Zealand are made according to the Méthode Traditionelle, implemented by Daniel Le Brun from Champagne.
New Zealand's wine country is primarily found in Marlborough and Central Otago. Marlborough, located on the South Island, is renowned for its Sauvignon Blanc, while Central Otago is known for its exceptional Pinot Noir. Both regions produce world-class wines and offer stunning landscapes that attract wine enthusiasts from around the globe.
Marlborough is the most famous wine region in New Zealand. It is internationally recognized for its exceptional Sauvignon Blanc wines. Marlborough's distinctive style of Sauvignon Blanc, characterized by vibrant tropical and citrus flavors, along with its pristine vineyard landscapes, have contributed to its fame and popularity among wine lovers worldwide.