Grove Mill Winery - Enjoy Award-winning Wines and Sustainable Winemaking in Marlborough
Grove Mill Winery is a renowned winery located in the stunning Marlborough wine country of New Zealand.
Established in 1988 by local grape growers and wine enthusiasts, the winery has since grown to become a world leader in sustainable winemaking practices. Grove Mill Winery is owned by the Foley Wines Group, a top producer, marketer, and distributor of high-quality wines in New Zealand and around the world.
Sustainable Winemaking
Grove Mill Winery's commitment to sustainable winemaking is well-known throughout the wine industry. In 2006, the winery became the world's first carbon-neutral winery, demonstrating its commitment to protecting the environment and reducing its carbon footprint. Grove Mill sources fruit from its own home vineyards and premier sites throughout the Wairau Valley, capturing a multi-dimensional expression of the valley floor and foothills with minimal environmental impact. The winery's sustainable winemaking practices protect the nearby Wairau River, the heart of Marlborough's largest sub-region.
Award-winning Wines
Grove Mill Winery is known for producing some of the best wines in New Zealand. The winery's wines are renowned for their pure, tropical, and passionfruit flavors and aromas. Visitors can taste a range of wines at the winery's cellar door, including Sauvignon Blanc, Pinot Noir, Pinot Gris, Riesling, and Chardonnay, among others. Grove Mill's wines have won numerous awards, including multiple gold medals at the New World Wine Awards and several trophies at the International Wine Challenge.
Tours and Tastings
Visitors to Grove Mill Winery can enjoy a unique experience learning about the winery's sustainable winemaking practices and tasting its award-winning wines. The winery offers tours of its 150-tonne winery and 18-hectare vineyard site west of Blenheim. The tours provide visitors with a behind-the-scenes look at how the winery produces its wines and its commitment to sustainable winemaking. Visitors can sample a range of Grove Mill's wines during the tour, gaining insight into the unique flavors and aromas of the Marlborough wine region.
When to Go
Grove Mill Winery is open seven days a week, from 10 am to 4 pm. The best time to visit the winery is during the summer months (December to February) when the weather is warm and sunny, and the vineyards are in full bloom. However, the cellar door is open year-round, and visitors can enjoy the winery's wines and tours at any time of the year.
How to Get There
Grove Mill Winery is conveniently located in the Marlborough wine country, just a short drive from Blenheim. From Blenheim, take Grove Road and turn onto Flaxbourne Road, which will lead you directly to the winery. The winery is also easily accessible by bus or taxi from Blenheim. Visitors can visit the winery as part of a guided tour of the Marlborough wine country or by driving themselves.