Gisborne, North Island
Climate: Warm and sunny.
Notable: Often called the "Chardonnay Capital of New Zealand."
Located on the eastern coast of the North Island, Gisborne is one of the warmest and sunniest wine regions in New Zealand.
Gisborne is known for its aromatic white wines, particularly Chardonnay and Pinot Gris.
The region also produces some excellent Pinot Gris and Viognier, as well as small amounts of red varieties such as Merlot and Malbec.
