Our Review
One of Martinborough’s pioneering and most-celebrated producers, Ata Rangi was established in ’80 by Clive Paton, his sister Alison Paton, and, from ’87, his partner Phyll Pattie. The first variety Clive planted was pinot noir – 3000 cuttings imported from one of Burgundy’s finest estates via Auckland-based Malcolm Abel – and the grape is still (and the Abel clone in particular) the jewel in Ata Rangi’s crown. Three single-vineyard expressions are made from estate-owned or managed sites, including Kotinga, Masters, and McCrone, plus the flagship Estate Pinot Noir and the fundraising Crimson Pinot Noir. The wines (which also include chardonnay, sauvignon blanc, riesling, pinot gris, syrah, and a red blend, Célèbre), made since ’03 by Ata Rangi’s thoughtful, considered and detail-oriented winemaker Helen Masters, have a reputation for elegance, finesse and longevity, and are sought-after all over the world. -ANNA WEBSTER
Specialities
Pinot noir, chardonnay
Cellar Door
Information
We offer casual tastings at our shop without an appointment. Or you can book in advance a seated, curated tasting with one of our hosts, giving you a tasting of the wine and a history of Ata Rangi and Martinborough. Please check the winery website for up-to-date details.
Hours
7 days 10–4
Details are correct at time of writing
Please check winery website for up to date details
Stockist Information
Distribution Information
Negociants Australia
Details
| Winemaker |
Helen Masters |
| Viticulturalist |
Ian Ewart |
| Region |
Martinborough |
| Address |
14 Puruatanga Road, Martinborough 5711
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| Established |
1980 |
| Dozens |
12 000 |
| Vineyards (area) |
32 ha |
| Opening Hours |
7 days 10–4 |
| Telephone |
(06) 3069 570
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| Website |
www.atarangi.co.nz
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