New Zealand White Wine

On the North Island of New Zealand, there are some fine wines made from Chardonnay in Auckland and Gisbourne. Further south, in Wellington and across the Tasman in Nelson and Marlborough on the South Island , we find Sauvignon Blanc, racy and crisp, with grapefruit and gooseberry character. Some of the "Reserve" wines see neutral barrel-aging, which gives richness and complexity without oak flavors. Other areas to explore with us include Central Otago , the southernmost region, known for aromatic Rieslings and Pinot Gris.