Waipara Springs Winery

Started in the early 1980s, the Waipara Springs Winery can brag about having some of the oldest vines in the Waipara Valley. Across more than 64 acres (26 hectares), the site grows Riesling, sauvignon blanc, chardonnay, Gewurztraminer, pinot noir and merlot vines.
Wine is produced from estate-grown fruit and is available to taste at the winery at the Southern Boundary Wines Cellar Door. Reservations are required for groups of eight or more. The winery also has a popular café that has a seasonal lunch menu focused on fresh local produce.

Practical Info

Waipara Springs Winery is less than an hour’s drive from Christchurch, making it an easy day trip for visitors. The Waipara Valley is the fastest-growing wine region in New Zealand.