**Waiheke Island** ... — an island in the Hauraki Gulf a short ferry ride from Auckland, in New Zealand's warmer north. It is a boutique region known for premium reds in a country better known for white wine. **Wines & grapes** — Unusually for New Zealand, the island specialises in Bordeaux-style blends of Cabernet Sauvignon, Merlot and Cabernet Franc, along with impressive Syrah. Chardonnay and other whites are grown as well. **Character** — Surrounded by sea and enjoying a warm, sheltered maritime microclimate, Waiheke ripens red varieties that struggle in cooler parts of the country. Vineyards are small and land is scarce, so the wines are made in limited quantities and command premium prices, matching the island's reputation as an upmarket getaway.
Wines
- Dreadnought Syrah — Man O' War
- Estate Vitreous — Obsidian Vineyard
- Nockie's Palette — Man O' War
- Reserve Merlot Petit Verdot Cabernet Sauvignon Malbec — Mudbrick Vineyard
- Reserve The Mayor — Obsidian Vineyard
- Reserve The Obsidian — Obsidian Vineyard
Frequently asked questions
What wines are produced in Waiheke Island?
Dreadnought Syrah, Estate Vitreous, Nockie's Palette, Reserve Merlot Petit Verdot Cabernet Sauvignon Malbec, Reserve The Mayor and more.
Where is Waiheke Island?
Waiheke Island is a wine region in New Zealand.