Spend a full day tasting your way through Marlborough’s sunlit vineyards with pickup from Picton. Visit 5–6 cellar doors, learn about the region’s gravel soils and winemaking practices, and stop for lunch at a winery restaurant.
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The morning air off Queen Charlotte Sound follows you as the minibus threads out of Picton and into the wide, sun-leaning vineyards of Marlborough. Vine rows fan across gravelly flats; sunlight angles off silvery Sauvignon Blanc leaves while your guide steers toward the first cellar door and a day of tasting begins.
Difficulty
easy
Duration
7–8 hours
Fitness Level
Suitable for most fitness levels; able to stand for tastings and walk short vineyard paths.
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History
Marlborough’s modern wine industry began in the 1970s; within decades the region established an international reputation, particularly for Sauvignon Blanc.
Conservation
Many Marlborough producers practice sustainable viticulture and water-saving measures; visitors can support these efforts by respecting vineyard boundaries and choosing producers with environmental programs.
Reserve your spot on the Full-Day Wine Tour from Picton today and enjoy a trusted, highly rated experience designed to help you make the most of your adventure.
Hydrate between tastings
Bring a reusable water bottle and sip water between flights to stay steady and keep flavors distinct.
Wear sensible shoes
Cellar doors and vineyard paths can be uneven; flat, closed-toe shoes make walking and standing tastings easier.
Plan for coastal breezes
Bring a lightweight windbreaker—mornings near the sound can be cool even on sunny days.
Budget for lunch and purchases
Lunch at the winery and any bottle purchases are paid locally—carry a card or cash and room in your daypack for bottles.
Reusable water bottle
Staying hydrated preserves your palate and reduces fatigue during multiple tastings.
Comfortable closed-toe shoes
Provides traction and comfort for cellar-door floors and short vineyard walks.
Light windbreaker or layered jacket
Shields against morning or coastal breezes common in Picton and Marlborough.
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Small daypack
Carries water, purchases, and a light layer while keeping hands free for tastings.