Beyond the Tasting Room: Behind-the-Scenes Wine Experiences in Marlborough
A standard cellar door tasting is a great introduction to Marlborough wine. However, you can go much deeper with Hop n Grape Tours.
Learn how the wine in your glass actually gets there. We can arrange genuine behind-the-scenes access to places most visitors never see.
Barrel Tastings and Working Wineries
Because our guides have real industry connections, we can offer access to working wineries. Small groups may visit fermentation cellars and barrel rooms during the winemaking process.
On past tours, guests have tasted wine straight from the barrel. They have also met winemakers such as Mount Riley’s Matt Murphy.
These experiences show how wine changes from the tank to the bottle. Guests also learn why timing and technique play such an important role.
Private Tastings with a Winemaker
For guests who want something more personal, we can arrange a private tasting with a winemaker.
Instead of a standard cellar door host, you can speak directly with someone who makes the wine. Ask questions about a specific vintage or a winemaking decision.
You can also explore the differences between vineyard blocks. Find out why one block can produce noticeably different wine from the vines next door.
A Different Kind of Wine Knowledge
Most people leave a Hop n Grape tour with more than a favourite bottle. More importantly, they leave with a better understanding of Marlborough wine.
You might discover why Marlborough Sauvignon Blanc tastes the way it does. You could learn how a cool vintage affects Pinot Noir.
You will also discover what happens between harvest and the glass in front of you.
If you want to explore the process further, our Secrets of Winemaking guide takes you through winemaking step by step.
Book a Behind-the-Scenes Experience
These experiences are usually arranged as part of a Private Wine Tour. This allows us to build the day around genuine access rather than a fixed script.
Tell us what you’re curious about, and we’ll do our best to arrange it. Whether you want to explore barrel-aged wines or meet a winemaker, we’ll help create an experience to remember.
Book Your Unique Wine Experience Today!
Don’t miss out on this opportunity to experience the best of Marlborough’s wine region. Contact us today to book your unique wine experience and get ready for an unforgettable adventure in one of New Zealand’s most renowned wine regions.
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