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quest for world class wines, especially the capricious Pinot noir,
can be said to be a journey rather than a destination. From the
humble beginnings of the early 1980's to the highly regarded vineyard
of today, it has been a long and spectacular path but the journey
is not over and never will be.
If you are fortunate enough to visit Martinborough Vineyard today
you will find more than a wine producing operation. The drive to
produce the very best wines imbues the entire company from every
aspect. Martinborough Vineyard is ISO 14001 certified which means
there is a clear and audited environmental policy based on the principles
of minimum impact on the land and air that provides the bounty.
The grapes are hand picked to ensure that only the best fruit makes
it to the bottle. Much of the wine making process is based on Burgundian
techniques which have produced some of the Worlds most complex and
delicate red wines for centuries.
Martinborough Vineyard has gathered World renown for its Pinot noir.
A lesser-known story, however, has been the success of its other
varieties. Over the past few years Martinborough Vineyard has won
acclaim for its Chardonnay, Pinot gris, Sauvignon blanc, Riesling
and Late Harvest Riesling. While the spotlight has been on Pinot
noir, these other wines have been slowly gathering prominence and
a strong following.
The reception area at Martinborough Vineyard reflects the dedication
to World class wines. It is in close proximity to the Winery and
Barrel Room and offers a warm and intimate introduction to the Martinborough
Vineyard passion ... great wine!
The best time to visit Martinborough is from mid November through
to April.
This is when the climate is at its warmest and driest. Visitors
can enjoy the relaxed rural atmosphere of Martinborough and savour
the experience of Martinborough wine. Martinborough offers a very
wide range of accommodation but its specialty is homestays and farmstays.
More information can be gained from www.martinborough.com.
No matter how far you have travelled there is always a warm welcome
at Martinborough Vineyard.
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