Ponga operates in Marlborough, New Zealand's largest and most celebrated wine region. The South Island terroir—marked by cool nights, long growing seasons, and mineral-rich soils—shapes the character of wines from this corner of the country. Sauvignon Blanc is the region's signature expression, and Ponga's rendition reflects Marlborough's hallmark intensity: bright acidity, herbaceous complexity, and the distinctive stone-fruit minerality that defines the best of the region. Wine Enthusiast and Wine Spectator have assessed the winery's output, recognizing the precision and balance in its core offering.