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How to Reach Wineries in Marlborough

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

By Air

Aukland Airport is the nearest international airport to reach wineries in Marlborough. However, our partner wineries are located around Blenheim city, where you can start your exciting journeys to wineries in Marlborough. The duration of the flight from Aukland to Blenheim is around 50 min.

By Car

If you plan to visit wineries in Marlborough by car, set the navigator on Blenheim city. Blenheim is situated in the heart of wine-growing Marlborough. The road trip will take just 30 minutes from Picton.

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Everything you need to know before you visit wineries in Marlborough

Marlborough is one of the famous regions of winemaking in New Zealand. Its name, which is now heard by people all around the world and is associated with wines of truly the highest quality, was unknown forty years ago to ordinary consumers or specialists in the wine-making area. Nowadays, the best wineries in Marlborough are located throughout Wairau Valley, Awatere Valley, and the Southern Valleys appellations. You will find numerous wonderful wineries near Marlborough Sounds, Beach on Havelock Island, and many other sightseeings all over the region. Check out our list to see the best wineries in Marlborough.

The best season to visit wineries in Marlborough

The autumn season is a great time to visit wineries in Marlborough (March-May). The crisp autumn air is ideal for this region, and it coincides with the harvest season. The parks and gardens are lush and bright, and the weather is good all day long. It's also a great time to enjoy Marlborough Sound's breathtaking nature.

What are the wineries in Marlborough like?

Wineries in Marlborough bring together the best of the old and new worlds of winemaking.
There are mostly family-owned wineries following sustainable and environment-friendly methods of winemaking.

Most common grape varieties and styles of wines produced in Marlborough

The wineries in Marlborough offer a collection of excellent wines, mainly from the grapes:

  • Red Varieties: Pinot Noir, Syrah;
  • White Varieties: Chardonnay, Pinot Gris, Sauvignon Blanc, Riesling;

What do wineries in Marlborough offer?

Wineries in Marlborough provide many amenities, such as access for low-mobility access, accommodation, bus parking, and your pet can enjoy spending time there, as the wineries are pet-friendly.

What travellers says about Marlborough Wineries

Terence
Terence January 26, 2024
Great tasting event! Satu was engaging, knowledgeable, friendly. Enjoyed the tasting immensely.
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