The tiny Waipara region in North Canterbury, just an hour’s drive north of the city, is possibly one of the most under-appreciated wine regions in the whole of New Zealand - but my personal favourite…

With a climate similar to Burgundy, Martinborough Wairarapa, an hour’s drive north of Wellington over the Rimatuka Hills, has now become a huge destination for wine lovers, especially those who adore cool climate Pinot Noir…

When it comes to wine tourism, the Nelson wine region is often overlooked in favour of other wine regions in New Zealand, especially Marlborough. However, although Nelson is considered underrated, it has many positive advantages, and as a region with plenty of potential, it certainly punches above its weight…

Of all the New Zealand cities, Auckland on North Island, is probably the first to spring to mind. A vibrant, cosmopolitan city, it is also a gateway to the beautiful Greater Auckland region, with its fabulous food and wine culture, beaches and nature and stunning Waiheke Island…

Otago is perhaps the most picturesque region in New Zealand and certainly one of the most scenic of the world’s wine regions. Wanaka and Queenstown have become destinations for travellers from all over the world, not just because of the amazing outdoor pursuits, adrenaline sports and spectacular scenery, but increasingly also for its wines and wine tourism…

Marlborough may be the most internationally famous of the New Zealand wine regions, yet often overlooked Hawke’s Bay in the North Island is arguably the most underrated - Robert Giorgione shares his experiences of the beautiful Hawke’s Bay New Zealand wine region…

When it comes to Sauvignon Blanc, It is now considered that, on a par with the Loire Valley in France, New Zealand sets the benchmark for this grape variety. Most of New Zealand’s production is planted in Marlborough….

For most people, Marlborough is one of the first places that springs to mind when it comes to New Zealand wine - discover some top Marlborough New Zealand wineries and my ideal Marlborough wine tour!

For most people, when you mention New Zealand the first things that usually spring to mind are the All Blacks, Lord of the Rings, and adventurous adrenalin sports – but did you know that it’s one of the most exciting wine producing countries in the world?