Thursday, 04 December 2025 13:25

Wine + Food Experience Marlborough opens in Blenheim

Written by  Staff Reporters

More than 50 wineries and food producers are on show at Blenheim's new Wine + Food Experience Marlborough.

Waihopai Valley label Catalina Sounds signed up to the venture early on, tapping into the opportunity to give its wines a CBD presence.

Winemaker Matthew Ward says it is great to have a central place to connect with visitors and locals, along with the ability to host tasting events and private functions.

At another stand visitors will find the Appellation Marlborough Wine (AMW) Annual Collection, comprised of 12 "standout" Sauvignon Blancs that reflect the best of Marlborough, says AMW Chief Executive Michael Wentworth.

People tasting those wines can also navigate their way around the AMW interactive wine map, gleaning insights into the diversity of terroir.

Winning wines from the Marlborough Wine Show, sponsored by QuayConnect, will also be showcased at the facility.


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