Wine Tasting Tours in Wairarapa

To make it to the great vineyards from New Zealand, the Wellington International Airport receives several flights that can make your journey to Wairaraka easy. You can find flights from Auckland, Nelson and Hamilton to Wellington with several different options in time departure. Also, different international flights reach the airport on regular basis, bringing tourists from around the world.
Explore the best wine tasting and tours in Wairarapa.

Wairarapa is just over an hour’s drive from Wellington, the capital city. Getting here is simple enough for a day trip, but tourists can discover that there is much more to see and do than can be achieved in a single day. The wineries in Wairarapa are easily accessible between Martinborough, Gladstone, and Masterton, and some are also within walking distance of one another.

If you don’t have a ride, you can visit wineries in Wairarapa taking the train from Wellington. It is one of the most attractive choices (you can easily visit Martinborough on a one day-trip from Wellington although we recommend you to stay here longer to explore its surroundings). In Wellington, board the Wairarapa train bound for Featherston. A bus awaits the arrival of the train which will drive you to Martinborough.

The best time to visit wineries in Wairarapa is between November and April, when in general, in New Zealand you can expect pleasant weather. Don't miss Martinborough's most important term is the third Sunday in November when the traditional Toast Martinborough festival takes place. It is a one-day festival that focuses on wine and tasty food, but there are also several handicrafts stalls and a vibrant cultural program.

• Experience the most spectacular views in Cape Palliser with its white lighthouse;
• Explore Wairarapa’s Victorian country village in Greytown and, of course;
• Have a look at the main center of the Wairarapa Masterson.

• Wairarapa's Pino Noir is vibrantly flavored and humid, with a savory undertone and perfumed varietal character. It is recommended for aged cheeses and kinds of pasta.
• The taste of the Wairarapa's Syrah is harmonious, with a smooth texture, and nuances of ripe cherries, raspberries, and chocolate.
• Sauvignon Blanc from Wairarapa is rich, fresh, smooth, pleasant, harmonious, and juicy. In the taste chord, there are abundant citrus tones with dominant shades of pink grapefruit, mandarin and lime, decorated with notes of nectarine and pineapple.

The tasting process is an impressive and beautiful action that adheres to both wine-drinking practices and guidelines. A significant benefit is that wine tours allow you to not only taste new wines but also buy your favorites right away in the cellar, giving you faith in their authenticity. During wine tastings and tours in Wairarapa, you can get to know the winemaking style of the region and try their best wines. The tour will include also pairing the wines with delectable local cuisine and snacks made from homegrown produce. The staff is polite and will make sure you have a nice time at their establishment.

The tasting process is an impressive and beautiful action that adheres to both wine-drinking practices and guidelines. A significant benefit is that wine tours allow you to not only taste new wines but also buy your favorites right away in the cellar, giving you faith in their authenticity. During wine tastings and tours in Wairarapa, you can get to know the winemaking style of the region and try their best wines. The tour will include also pairing the wines with delectable local cuisine and snacks made from homegrown produce. The staff is polite and will make sure you have a nice time at their establishment. The natural elegance of the scenery will make the experience even more exciting.

English is the predominant language spoken in New Zealand. However, the Māori language of Indigenous  Māori people is also an official language of the country.
We put together some of  Māori words you might find useful while experiencing wine tastings and tours in Wairarapa:
“Wāina” – Wine
“Winiiti” – Winery
“Māra wāina” – Vineyard
“Harikoa!” – Cheers!