Wairarapa
Wairarapa
The Wairarapa wine region occupies the south-eastern corner of the North Island and is a short, picturesque drive from Wellington over the winding Remutaka Hill road.
Wairarapa’s modern wine story began in the late 1970s, and the area has expanded to include three main sub regions - Gladstone, Masterton and Martinborough. While the sub regions share a broadly similar climate with plentiful sunshine, it’s the unique soil profiles that allow the wine varieties to showcase distinctive styles and complex flavours.
A range of styles and varieties are on offer from boutique producers across the region, such as legendary Pinot Noir, Sauvignon Blanc and impressive aromatics, as well as elegant Chardonnay, Syrah and dessert wines.