Classic New Zealand Wine Trail
Classic New Zealand Wine Trail
NZ
The Classic New Zealand Wine Trail is a signposted 380km (240 mile) self-drive touring route that leads travellers off the beaten track. Travel through five of New Zealand's most interesting and scenic regions, including three major wine-growing areas that account for more than 70 per cent of the country's wine production.
When you know a country's wine, you know the country.
This is certainly true in New Zealand, where you can follow the Classic New Zealand Wine Trail through three remarkable wine regions. Each unfolds to reveal unique scenic features and wine types chosen carefully for their compatibility with local soil and climatic conditions. From the cabernets of Hawkes Bay to the sauvignons blanc of Marlborough, it's a journey spiced by pleasant surprises.
And where there's wine, there's always great food. Discover locally grown fruit and vegetables, boutique cheeses, tender lamb and an ocean of seafood.
While the main focus of the journey is wine and food, the route also serves up all kinds of cultural and adventure experiences.
Most people begin the trail in Hawke's Bay, known for its Art Deco architecture, gourmet cooking schools and the remarkable gannet colony at Cape Kidnappers. Tararua is where you can hike through a forest park, visit a wildlife centre and take a tour of the iconic Tui Brewery at Mangatainoka.
Around the Wairarapa wine region, historic towns offer a tempting mix of shopping and dining experiences. In the capital city of Wellington you can explore New Zealand's culture with visits to Te Papa (the national museum), live theatre and restaurant precincts that explore every culinary avenue.
Over Cook Strait are the beautiful Marlborough Sounds, where you can bike, hike or kayak famous Queen Charlotte Track. There are more than 50 wineries to visit around Marlborough; many offer the additional pleasure of a vineyard restaurant.
Contact The Classic New Zealand Wine Trail via their website or email address above.
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- Hawkes Bay
- Marlborough
- Martinborough
- NZ North Island
- NZ South Island
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