The wines of New Zealand - North Island

Ata Rangi Vineyards, Martinborough

One of the most noteworthy and in demand estates in New Zealand, tremendous concentration of flavour hallmark the wines of Ata Rangi. The Célèbre is truly marvellous , an intoxicating, layered wine full of summer fruit flavours. The Pinot Noir is an ICON that sells out immediately on release on the domestic market; delicious at any stage if you really want to get a taste of what this funky Pinot fuss is all about, try to stash a couple of bottles away for five to six years.

Stonyridge Vineyards, Waiheke Island

Waiheke Island produces some of New Zealand’s best red wines. The Stonyridge is much sought after and is one of the icons of the "New World" and has enviable concentration and depth, again available only in tiny quantities.

Te Mata Estate, Hawkes Bay

Te Mata lay claim to be the oldest winery in New Zealand. Combine this heritage with modern innovation and you come up with excellent results. The Cape Crest is barrel fermented and the flagship, Coleraine, enjoys twenty months in new and old oak and has the capacity to age gracefully over several years whilst remaining accessible for current drinking.