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Te Pa Wines

Te Pa Wines

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Haysley MacDonald started planting vines on his family's 800-year-old Wairau Bar land in 2003, and now winemaker Sam Bennett crafts some seriously good Sauvignon Blanc, Pinot Gris, Chardonnay, Pinot Noir Rosé, and Pinot Noir. Te Pa's gone global, but there's something distinctly personal about these wines, plus they've got solid value options under the Pa Road and Koha labels if you want to explore without breaking the bank.

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Varietals

Sauvignon BlancPinot NoirRieslingMerlot

Good to know

Te Pa Wines focuses on Sauvignon Blanc, Pinot Noir, Riesling, Merlot. Signature bottles include Koha Sauvignon Blanc, te Pā Signature Series Rosé, torire – elegant. When booking a tasting, ask which current release best represents the estate's style.
No membership required. Te Pa Wines welcomes all visitors. Reservations may still be recommended, especially on weekends.
The winemaking at Te Pa Wines is led by Sam Bennett. Visiting during special events or release weekends is often the best chance to meet the winemaking team and ask questions about specific vintages or techniques.
Te Pa Wines offers: Wine Club. Seated or guided experiences typically include more context about the wines and the estate's approach. Worth booking if you want depth over breadth.

Location

New Zealand

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