Marlborough, New Zealand as a Wine Region
(mahrl-bore-oh)
- Marlborough Grass-fed Wines
Sitting pretty on the northern tip of New Zealand's south island, Marlborough has become synonymous with New Zealand Sauvignon Blanc. As well it should be – Marlborough is the primary region for those delicious, citrusy, summer-lovin' wines with vibrant acidity and pungent, grassy, grapefruit flavors. Sauvignon Blanc is the main grape here; Chardonnay, Pinot Noir and Riesling are also made. Notable Facts The region has well-drained alluvial loam soils, which are perfect for grape growing. The grapes receive a good deal of sunshine during the day, but recovers in the cool evenings. Marlborough's growing season is long, which helps foster the gradual, even ripening of the grapes. Not made for much aging, the Sauvignon Blancs of Marlborough are of the buy ‘em and drink ‘em class of wine. Expect little vintage variation here - quantity differs more than quality.
New Zealand as a Wine Country
Capital: Wellington
Currency: New Zealand Dollar
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The country of New Zealand is about 1000 miles from the coast of Australia. It consists of two long islands, end to end, that are approximately the same length as California. Most of the country's climate is maritime due to the abundant coastline. The northern island is more wet and cool while the southern island is warmer and dryer. The most popular grapes of New Zealand are Sauvignon Blanc (made most famous by the bright, crisp wines coming out of Marlborough), Chardonnay and the ever-growing Pinot Noir.
Wineries in Marlborough
| Winery |
|---|
| Huia Vineyards Winery in Marlborough, New Zealand |
| Kim Crawford Winery in Marlborough, New Zealand |
| Sherwood Estate Winery in Marlborough, New Zealand |
| Alan McCorkindale Winery in Marlborough, New Zealand |
| Allan Scott Wines & Estates Winery in Marlborough, New Zealand |
| Allan Scott Wines & Estates Winery in Marlborough, New Zealand |
| Winegrowers of Ara Winery in Marlborough, New Zealand |
| Babich Winery in Marlborough, New Zealand |
| Blicks Lane Winery in Marlborough, New Zealand |
| Cable Bay Vineyards Winery in Marlborough, New Zealand |
| Cairnbrae Vineyards Winery in Marlborough, New Zealand |
| Catalina Sounds Winery in Marlborough, New Zealand |
| Churton Winery in Marlborough, New Zealand |
| Clos Henri Winery in Marlborough, New Zealand |
| Domaine Henri Bourgeois Winery in Marlborough, New Zealand |
| Cloudy Bay Winery in Marlborough, New Zealand |
| Coopers Creek Winery in Marlborough, New Zealand |
| Culley Winery in Marlborough, New Zealand |
| Dog Point Vineyard Winery in Marlborough, New Zealand |
| Main Divide Winery in Marlborough, New Zealand |
| Spy Valley Wines Winery in Marlborough, New Zealand |
| Forrest Estate Winery Winery in Marlborough, New Zealand |
| Foxes Island Wines Winery in Marlborough, New Zealand |
| Goldwater Estate Winery in Marlborough, New Zealand |
| The Rutherglen Group Winery in Marlborough, New Zealand |
| Greenstone Point Winery in Marlborough, New Zealand |
| Grove Mill Winery in Marlborough, New Zealand |
| Isabel Estate Vineyard Winery in Marlborough, New Zealand |
| Jackson Estate Winery in Marlborough, New Zealand |
| Johnson Estate Winery Winery in Marlborough, New Zealand |
| Koura Bay Winery in Marlborough, New Zealand |
| Lake Chalice Wines Winery in Marlborough, New Zealand |
| Amisfield Winery in Marlborough, New Zealand |
| Lawson's Dry Hills Winery Winery in Marlborough, New Zealand |
| Lawsons Wine Winery in Marlborough, New Zealand |
| Mansion House Winery in Marlborough, New Zealand |
| Mission Estate Winery Winery in Marlborough, New Zealand |
| Pernod Ricard Pacific Winery in Marlborough, New Zealand |
| Montana Winery in Marlborough, New Zealand |
| Mount Riley Wines Winery in Marlborough, New Zealand |
| Nautilus Estate Winery in Marlborough, New Zealand |
| House of Nobilo Winery in Marlborough, New Zealand |
| Omaka Springs Estates Winery in Marlborough, New Zealand |
| Oyster Bay Wines Winery in Marlborough, New Zealand |
| Terrace Road Winery in Marlborough, New Zealand |
| Saint Clair Winery in Marlborough, New Zealand |
| Selaks Wines Winery in Marlborough, New Zealand |
| Seresin Winery in Marlborough, New Zealand |
| Sileni Estates Winery in Marlborough, New Zealand |
| Stoneleigh Winery in Marlborough, New Zealand |
| Thornbury Wines Winery in Marlborough, New Zealand |
| Tinpot Hut Winery in Marlborough, New Zealand |
| Tohu Winery Winery in Marlborough, New Zealand |
| Vidal Estate Winery in Marlborough, New Zealand |
| Villa Maria Estate Winery in Marlborough, New Zealand |
| Ridge Winery in Marlborough, New Zealand |
| West Brook Winery in Marlborough, New Zealand |
| Wither Hills Vineyards Winery in Marlborough, New Zealand |
| Vavasour Winery in Marlborough, New Zealand |
| Forrest Estate Winery in Marlborough, New Zealand |
| Greywacke Vineyards Winery in Marlborough, New Zealand |
| Flying Kiwi Winery in Marlborough, New Zealand |
| Adnams Winery in Marlborough, New Zealand |
| Brancott Estate Montana Winery in Marlborough, New Zealand |
| Matua Valley Winery in Marlborough, New Zealand |
| Allan Scott Winery in Marlborough, New Zealand |
| Forrest Estate Winery in Marlborough, New Zealand |
| Nobilo Winery in Marlborough, New Zealand |
Wines from Marlborough Region
| Wine | £ |
|---|---|
| New Zealand Sauvignon 12 If you love the fresh, pure flavours of New Zealand Sauvignon, and in particular the zingy.. | 150.00 |
| Lawson's Dry Hills Sauvignon Blanc 2008 Marlborough A fresh, dry, crisp Sauvignon sourced only from premium vineyards throughout Marlborough's.. | 7.49 |
| Fairleigh Estate Pinot Noir 2007 Marlborough Hand harvested from vines on the southern side of the Wairau Valley, this is a classic New.. | 9.99 |
| Cloudy Bay Sauvignon Blanc 2008 Marlborough From the most prestigious vineyard in New Zealand, comes a wine full of fresh herbal aroma.. | 19.00 |
| Montana Merlot Cabernet Sauvignon Hawkes Bay and Marlborough combine to complete the renaissance of New Zealand red winemaki.. | 8.00 |
| Clocktower Marlborough Sauvignon Blanc 2008 Style: Dry Grape variety: Sauvignon Blanc Country of origin: New Zealand Closure: Natural .. | 59.00 |
| Sherwood Estate Marlborough Pinot Noir 2007 Style: Dry Grape variety: Pinot Noir Country of origin: New Zealand Closure: Screw cap Bot.. | 59.00 |
Subregions in Marlborough
| Region |
|---|
| Omaka Valley |
| Wairau Valley |
| Brancott Valley |
| Waiheke Island |
| Awatere Valley |
| Renwick |
| Seddon |
| Blenheim |
| Cloudy Bay |
Hotels on map
| Hotel | £ |
|---|---|
| alpine lodge FROM YOUR WINDOW,ENJOY THE VIEWS OF THE NELSON LKAES NATIONAL PARK,WITH ITS UNIQUE FLOR.. | 53.00 |
| The Peppertree Luxury Accommodation Luxury 5-Star accommodation in the heart of Marlboroughs wine growing area. The Peppert.. | 194.00 |
| The Honest Lawyer If you are staying in the Nelson region for a few days, The Honest Lawyer invites you t.. | 53.00 |
| Sennen House Luxury Accommodation Built in 1886 Sennen House is Pictons finest Heritage registered colonial villa, set in.. | 129.00 |
| Boutique Hotel Warwick House - Magnificient Victorian manor.- 5 mins. walk from Central Nelson- Views over the city .. | .00 |
