A snapshot of top New Zealand wines (all rated 91 points and above)

By Halliday Promotion

18 Dec, 2025

From elegant Bannockburn pinot noir to complex Marlborough chardonnay, these 10 New Zealand wines offer a snapshot of the country’s quality, diversity and regional character.

New Zealand’s reputation for wines of clarity, freshness and regional definition is well established, but its story continues to evolve. Beyond the country’s global calling cards – particularly sauvignon blanc and pinot noir – lies a growing depth of varieties and styles making their mark.

This curated selection of 10 New Zealand wines highlights that breadth across key regions including Marlborough, Hawke’s Bay and Central Otago. From aromatic whites to finely structured reds, each of the wines below (all rated 91 points and above) deserve a place at your table.