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Map Of Gisborne Wineries

How to Reach Wineries in Gisborne

Wineries in Gisborne are easily accessible by different means of transportation.

By Plane

If you want to reach Gisborne by plane, all you need to do is to take an International Airport in Auckland and fly to Gisborne airport. The flight takes 1 hour, and it costs between $55-$180.

By Bus

You can travel from Auckland to Gisborne by bus. This route takes around 10 hours and costs $50.

By Car

If you own a car or plan to rent it, you can drive to Gisborne by yourself. It will take around 5 hours to reach Gisborne from Auckland and pay $90 for gas.

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Everything you need to know before you visit wineries in Gisborne

Are you searching for advice on wineries and vineyards to visit during your holiday to Gisborne? We'll show you the best wineries that Gisborne has to offer. On top of all that, you can choose your desired winery, guaranteed to be more interesting than your average tasting! With award winning wines and a passion for crafting them with a flair for producing quality wines of character and distinction. We gathered the list of unique wineries in Gisborne. Check out the list and book your next visit!

The best season to visit wineries in Gisborne

Gisborne is a region in New Zealand known for its rich wine history. The climate here is perfect for grape growing and wineries are scattered throughout the regions of Gisborne. The best time to visit the region is from October-February because during this season, it has the most sunny days.

The most common grape varieties in wineries of Gisborne

Gisborne is a region in the North Island of New Zealand, where wine production is the main industry. The most common grape varieties in Gisborne wineries are Sauvignon Blanc, Cabernet Sauvignon and Chardonnay. These grapes are commonly used because they are popularly thought to be less sensitive to disease and pests that attack grapevines and alter their taste

What should you know about wineries in Gisborne?

The Gisborne wine region is home to more than a dozen wineries, but the region has always been known for its wine and food. There is also a thriving arts scene with galleries, theatres, and other cultural venues. You will taste amazing wines from the Gisborne wine region and walk-in vineyards.

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What travellers says about Gisborne Wineries

Raymond
Raymond November 22, 2022
Personal Tour I booked this visit as touring the area. This vineyard is just off the Route des Vin du Beaujolais, so really easy to find (Google maps). When I booked I expected to join a small group but actually we were two guests. The great benefit was that we had a personal tour with the owner/manager, who as very easy to talk to, gave a very well informed and practice based guided visit and, as three guys chatting together, had a very pleasant tasting session (I was the driver, so, just a sip per wine). As you would expect, we purchased…
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Gabriel
Gabriel October 9, 2023
Awesome Everything was perfect and Jaques all explained. It was a real pleasure. Thank you Jaques.
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Kimberly
Kimberly November 9, 2023
Wonderful experience Jacques was a wonderful host who shared a wealth of information on wine making and Beaujolais wines and showed us his facilities and processes. The best part? His wines are very good! I only wish we could have fit more bottles in our suitcase! We enjoyed this experience greatly!
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How do you visit Gisborne wineries?

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