Distinctive terroir and a reputation for innovation and quality have given New Zealand’s wines an edge. To discover more about our wines, visit these top wine regions.
Producing just one percent of the world's wine, New Zealand is renowned for quality, innovation and sustainability. Across eight distinct wine regions, visitors can discover boutique wineries, vineyard dining and spectacular landscapes, with each region offering its own unique wine experience.
The North Island's wine regions each offer something different: Auckland and Waiheke Island are known for coastal vineyards and premium wine experiences, Hawke's Bay is renowned for award-winning wineries, Syrah, Chardonnay and vineyard dining, while Wairarapa and Martinborough are celebrated for boutique cellar doors, charming small towns and world-class pinot noir.
The South Island's wine regions showcase a diverse range of experiences: Marlborough is world-famous for sauvignon blanc and scenic vineyard landscapes, Nelson Tasman offers boutique wineries, aromatic white wines and artisan food experiences, while Waipara is a hidden gem known for riesling, pinot noir and intimate cellar-door tastings amid rolling countryside.
Central Otago and Queenstown offer some of New Zealand's most spectacular wine experiences. Central Otago is renowned for world-class pinot noir set among dramatic alpine landscapes, while nearby Queenstown and Gibbston combine boutique wineries, mountain scenery and wine tasting with adventure and outdoor experiences.
