The Marlborough Region is located in the northeast tip of the South Island. The population of the Marlborough Region is 43,000, representing 1% of the total population and is the 15th largest region in New Zealand. Blenheim is the largest city in this region with a population of 29,000 and is the centre of the region’s wine making district. The climate is predominantly dry and sunny contributing to the success of the wine industry, particularly with sauvignon blanc varietals. The wide, flat Wairau Valley is optimal for the production of these highly regarded sauvignon blancs, considered some of the best in the country and internationally. The summer temperature ranges between 12-24 Celsius, and the winter temperature 2-13 Celsius.

Walking, cycling, tramping, dining and vineyard visits combine to make this area a delightful stopover while touring New Zealand’s South Island.

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