Matariki
Matariki produces wines from Hawke's Bay, New Zealand's premier wine region on the North Island. The winery's Reserve Syrah demonstrates the dark-fruited power and structural elegance that Hawke's Bay Shiraz commands, earning recognition from Wine Enthusiast, Wine Spectator, Wine Advocate, Decanter, and Falstaff. Its Reserve Sauvignon Blanc captures the varietal's signature aromatics and mineral precision in a cooler maritime climate. A Chardonnay rounds out the portfolio, reflecting the region's capacity for complex white wines. Hawke's Bay's warm, dry summers and diverse soils—from alluvial gravels to clay loams—create conditions suited to both Bordeaux and Burgundian varieties. Matariki's focus on reserve-tier expressions suggests a commitment to depth and aging potential across its range.
Critics
Wine Spectator, Wine Advocate, Wine Enthusiast