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Wairau Valley

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Discover the Best Wineries to Visit in Marlborough

Wine tourism in Marlborough centres on the wineries across the region — estates rooted in New Zealand's largest wine region, with sub-valleys of the Wairau, Awatere and Southern Valleys that coax Sauvignon Blanc, Pinot Noir, Chardonnay and Riesling into the benchmark pungent Sauvignon Blanc, refined Chardonnay and elegant Pinot Noir For travellers seeking wineries near you or a full wine tourism experience, Marlborough is the place to start.

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Browse Wineries From Marlborough's Top Wine Appellations

Wairau Valley

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Frequently Asked Questions

How can I travel to Marlborough wine region 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.

How can I travel to Marlborough wine region 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.

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.