Walk AMONGST THE VINES visit WORLD RENOWNED WINERIES meet THE PEOPLE BEHIND
THE LABELS
Discovering Marlborough wines up close is what the deVine Tours experience is
all about, where walking amongst the vines is an integral part of the day.
Discover the history, the personalities, the wines and challenges that make
Marlborough unique.
Join deVine Tours for an unforgettable day.
deVine Tours Marlborough offers visitors to New Zealand’s leading wine region
a personal and exclusive experience where small groups can smell, touch and
taste... from grapes on the vine to the bottled vintage.
Be guided by local people, all with grower knowledge and experience, offering
unique insights into the wine industry in Marlborough.
The walking sections are designed to be flexible with the amount of walking
during the day suited to each group's requirements. Guests will enjoy exquisite
lunches and tastings as part of the tariff.
Our service includes free pickup and return in the Picton, Blenheim and
Seddon areas. Tours are not weather dependent.
Regular tours run for 2 and are limited to six so your tour can be customised
to suit your own particular preferences.
deVine Wine Tour Options
The Wairau Plains Wine Tour
Start the day with a drive through the heart of the Marlborough wine region,
to an organic vineyard.
Amble through the vines to a tasting and winery visit at Seresin.
Meander to a private vantage point that has a 360 degree view of the valleys.
Take time to view and taste different varieties of grapes (season permitting)
at Grove Mill.
Travel to Highfield Estate for a wine tasting and simply scrumptious lunch.
Afterwards, stroll or drive through the rolling vineyards of Dogpoint
Vineyard to gain an understanding of what goes into producing a fine Marlborough
wine.
This is followed by a wine tasting at Matua. Complete the day with a visit to
boutique chocolatiers, Makana or alternatively, another winery of your choice.
The Awatere Valley Wine Tour
Travel to the Awatere Valley, 20 kilometres south of Blenheim pausing along
the way at Montana Wines.
Walk to a wine tasting and winery tour at the original label in this area,
Vavasour. This is an ideal introduction to the history of this wine region which
is fast becoming the engine room of the Marlborough wine industry.
From here, we will drive to a vantage point for a spectacular view over the
vineyards that make up this area.
Travel south to the Old Ward Garage for a display of lobster fishing in the
coastal area. Enjoy a tasting of local wines and lunch, with crayfish as an
option on the menu.
View the Marlborough Salt Works while travelling to one of the numerous
vineyards for a close look behind the scenes in this dynamic production area.
Q & A: Wine Tours with Devine Tours Marlborough
How is your tour different?
We are the experts. We are not just bus drivers taking you from tasting room to
tasting room.
Can it be a private tour?
Sure, we charge $150 extra.
It may not be possible if it's a late booking.
I’m by myself.
If we have other clients, you just pay for one, otherwise you need to pay for
two.
I’m not a big wine connoisseur
Perfect, we can pitch the tour at whatever level you are comfortable with. We
will entertain, inform, and show you around the area.
I’m right into my wine.
Perfect, we know where to take you, so you see, try, learn and enjoy the most in
the time you have.
I can’t taste wine all day
On most tours we achieve about 4 to 5 tastings in a 7 hour tour which includes
lunch. We really enjoy showing you the other aspects of the industry and the
area. Unless you are an experienced wine taster this works out to be a good
balance. We operate quite differently than the traditional tasting tour.
I only have ½ a day.
Fine, we can give you a condensed tour. Because of our knowledge and low numbers
of clients on the tour, it will still be informative and enjoyable. This is only
available if we have no clients on a day tour. We would be very reluctant to try
and add a ½ day tour into other clients on a whole day tour.
How much walking can we do?
As much, or as little as you are comfortable with.
What if it rains or the weather is bad?
We can still offer what you require, walking may be restricted.
I have special diet needs.
No problem, just need to know when you book the tour.
Are you handicap people friendly?
In most cases, although we may need some warning, and some extra costs may be
incurred.
What about Children?
No problem, you may need to be treated as a private tour. Only exception is, if
infant seats need special “in” vehicle attachments.
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