Auckland Wine
Auckland is New Zealand’s largest city with a population of 1.5million. it is here that some of the very first vines were planted back in the 19th century, and with its sub tropical climate, it is now perfectly suited to making rich, full-bodied, almost Bordeaux-style wines, from Cabernet Sauvignon and Merlot. Chardonnay also works well here, and the vineyards are generally planted on the drier, eastern side of the area, as well as on Waiheke Island.
Food Matching Wines From Auckland
Auckland is home to some of New Zealand’s largest wine producers, although the grapes are frequently sourced from other areas. Henderson, Kumeu and Huapai are the best known sub regions, and there are about 100 wineries in this region overall.