Located in Waipara, New Zealand. Pinot Noir, Chardonnay, Sauvignon Blanc and Riesling. Premium wines of reserve standard.

Family-owned and operated winery and restaurant in Waipara, North Canterbury, New Zealand. Site lists current releases and tasting notes, news, distribution and regional information.

A boutique vineyard and winery located in the Waipara Valley north of Christchurch. Offers a range of red and white wines. Open to visitors, cellar door sales.

Located in the wine producing district of Waipara in North Canterbury. Small estate-managed vineyards produce Chardonnay, Sauvignon Blanc and Pinot Noir.

Produces a range of wines from the grapes of three local vineyards. Open for tastings and sales at the cellar door.

Producing wines in North Canterbury, South Island. Site provides information on the region, winemaking, tasting notes and product availability.

Melton Estate is a boutique vineyard just 20 minutes from Christchurch. Sumptuous meals are the hallmark of Melton Estate's vineyard café utilising local produce matched to the wines. Wines include: Sauvignon Blanc, Pinot Noir, Chardonnay, Riesling, and Pinot Gris. An expansive lawn area and sheltered wine garden provides a pleasant setting. Available for private events for 20 to 150 guests. Cellar door sales / wine tasting also available.

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