World of WineWaikato is a wine region on New Zealand's North Island. Exposed vineyards can be very windy, while lower inland places are more sheltered. Mountain ranges create local differences in rainfall, although the region generally receives plentiful rain throughout the year.
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Read about Waikato below, or explore the region on the map.
Waikato's landscapes bring varied growing conditions on New Zealand's North Island. Exposed sites can be very windy, while lower inland places are more sheltered. Mountain ranges create local differences in rainfall, though rain is generally plentiful throughout the year.
Inside the region
Explore the wine-growing areas of Waikato.
Sources for this guide are listed below. Featured producers are a selection, not a ranking.
