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Main Divide

Waipara

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Waipara reds and Riesling from New Zealand's South Island.

Main Divide is situated in Waipara, Canterbury's premier wine region on New Zealand's South Island. The winery produces wines across three distinct varietals, each reflecting the terroir of this cool-climate zone. Its Merlot–Cabernet blend demonstrates the region's capacity for structured red wines, while its Riesling captures the aromatic precision and minerality characteristic of Waipara's continental conditions. A Pinot Noir rounds out the portfolio, a varietal at which the South Island has earned international recognition. The wines have been assessed by major critics including Wine Advocate, Wine Enthusiast, Wine Spectator, Decanter, and Falstaff.

Peak score88 / 100
RegionWaiparaAddress263 Stockgrove Rd,, 7482, Waipara, New Zealand
Top winesRosé · Gewürztraminer · Tipinui Reserve Pinot Noir
Nearby · within 30 min

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