About
Marlborough is a wine region at the top of New Zealand's South Island, in Oceania. It is the country's largest wine region, and it is best known for its Sauvignon Blanc. For many visitors, the reason to come is simple: to taste wine among the vines, with the hills rising around them.
What a visit offers
- Cellar door tastings at wineries across the region, where you can sample the wines where they are made.
- Wine tours, which let you visit several vineyards without having to drive yourself.
- Vineyard landscapes, with rolling hills dotted with long rows of vines, best enjoyed slowly and on foot or from a car window.
The setting is a large part of the appeal. The region is known for its sunshine, and the open country gives wide views in almost every direction. Even those who are not wine enthusiasts tend to find the scenery a pleasure in itself.
Getting oriented
The charming town of Blenheim serves as the natural base for exploring the region. From there, the vineyards are within easy reach, and the town offers places to stay and eat between visits to the cellar doors. Planning a few days allows time to spread tastings and tours across different estates rather than rushing between them.
Marlborough suits visitors who want a relaxed, scenic trip built around wine, food and open landscapes at the top of the South Island.
