Wairau River Wines Restaurant

4.7

546 Reviews

$41 to $100

Winery

Great for outdoor dining
Good for special occasions
Innovative

Opening in 1991, the Wairau River Cellar Door and Restaurant is one of Marlborough's original wine tourism destinations. Today the Cellar Door and Restaurant is managed and run by eldest daughter Pip Rose.

Younger sister Caroline Rose and her partner Tane Malcolm are the head chefs, preparing a simple and delicious menu focusing on fresh, Marlborough ingredients that changes with the seasons. The Restaurant is a casual environment, a reflection of how the Rose family entertains at home.

The Cellar Door is the perfect place to sample the latest Wairau River wines and learn more about Marlborough and its grape growing history. At this time tastings are by appointment only.

FROM DECEMBER 3 2021 ALL GUESTS WILL FOLLOW NZ GOVT RULES AND NEED TO PRESENT A NZ VACCINE PASSPORT PROVING DOUBLE VACCINATION.

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Additional information

Dining style
Casual Dining
Price
$41 to $100
Cuisines
Winery, Bistro, New Zealand
Hours of operation
Daily 11:30 am–3:00 pm
Phone number
03-572 9800
Website
https://www.wairauriverwines.com/
Payment options
Mastercard, Visa
Dress code
Casual Dress
Executive chef
Caroline Rose and Tane Malcolm

Location
11 Rapaura Road, Blenheim, New Zealand 7273
Neighborhood
Blenheim
Parking details
Private Lot
Additional
Beer, Indoor Fireplace, Non-Smoking, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Private Room, View, Wheelchair Access, Wine

BreadNZ$12.00
Fresh baked 6 grain bread, olive oil, balsamic reduction, dukkah
Cheese Board*NZ$26.00
Kapiti aged cheddar / blue / double cream brie, crackers, fruit, bread, chutney
ChowderNZ$18.00
Marlborough mussel chowder, toasted garlic bread
Pâtè*NZ$18.00
Chicken liver, cornichons, rhubarb chutney, 6 grain bread, crackers
Crispy Duck Pancakes (4)NZ$26.00
Twice cooked soy braised duck leg, cucumber, shallot, coriander, hoisin

Main

ChowderNZ$22.00
Marlborough mussel chowder, toasted garlic bread. Suggested wine match: Estate Sauvignon Blanc
PrawnsNZ$32.00
Chilli salt prawns, cos, soy beans, cherry tomatoes, cashews, sprouts, cucumber, mint, lemon aioli. Suggested wine match: Reserve Albariño
SouffléNZ$29.00
Double baked blue cheese soufflé, green leaf, pear & walnut salad. Suggested wine match: Estate Pinot Gris
Hot Smoked SalmonNZ$32.00
Dukkah spiced cauliflower & potato cake, pickled beetroot, charred carrots, hazelnuts, chermoula, tahini yoghurt, soft egg. Suggested wine match: Reserve Rosé
The WR Burger*NZ$30.00
Coconut crusted free range chicken thigh, Balinese sambal, cos, cucumber, tomato, pickled red onion, sambal mayo, fries. Suggested wine match: Reserve Chardonnay
- Tofu OptionNZ$28.00
Side SaladNZ$12.00
Mixed leaf, tomato, olive, parmesan
FriesNZ$10.00
Beer battered

Dessert

BrûléeNZ$15.00
Vanilla bean crème brûlée, poached fruit
Brown Sugar PavlovaNZ$15.00
Toasted coconut, passionfruit curd, berry compote, cream
CheesecakeNZ$15.00
Lemon, ginger crumb, rhubarb, strawberry
Fudge BrownieNZ$6.00
- With Vanilla Ice CreamNZ$8.00
AffogatoNZ$8.00
Vanilla bean ice cream, espresso
- With Amaretto LiqueurNZ$14.00

Wines

Estate Range

2021 Sauvignon Blanc
- GNZ$9.00
- BNZ$35.00
2021 Pinot Gris
- GNZ$9.00
- BNZ$35.00
2021 Summer Riesling (9.5%)
- GNZ$9.00
- BNZ$35.00
2021 Rosé
- GNZ$9.00
- BNZ$35.00
2020 Chardonnay
- GNZ$9.00
- BNZ$35.00
2021 Gewürztraminer
- GNZ$10.00
- BNZ$40.00
2020 Pinot Noir
- GNZ$10.00
- BNZ$40.00

Reserve Range

2020 Sauvignon Blanc
- GNZ$10.00
- BNZ$40.00
2021 Albariño
- GNZ$10.00
- BNZ$40.00
2020 Grüner Veltliner
- GNZ$10.00
- BNZ$40.00
2020 Viognier
- GNZ$10.00
- BNZ$40.00
2020 Chardonnay
- GNZ$11.00
- BNZ$45.00
2021 Rosé
- GNZ$11.00
- BNZ$45.00
2020 Pinot Noir
- GNZ$12.00
- BNZ$50.00
2020 Syrah
- GNZ$12.00
- BNZ$50.00

Sparkling

Wairau River NV
- GNZ$12.00
- BNZ$50.00

Wine of the Month

2021 Reserve Rosé
A very special wine made in tiny amounts, it is a seductive peach colour with subtle notes of nectarine blossom, pink grapefruit and wet stone. The palate is elegant and complex, with textural elements supporting the fine mineral acidity, resulting in a dry finish with incredible length and persistence. Please ask your wait staff for a taste
- GNZ$11.00
- BNZ$45.00

Beer & Non Alc

Beer

Boomtown Pelorus PilsnerNZ$9.00
Boomtown Marlborough LagerNZ$9.00
Boomtown Alabama ApaNZ$9.00
Heineken / SpeightsNZ$7.00
Heineken 0.0NZ$7.00

Hot

CoffeeNZ$5.00
Hot ChocolateNZ$5.00

Tea

Breakfast Blend
Earl Grey Special
Peppermint
Summer Fruits
Japanese Lime
Green

Cold

San Pellegrino Sparkling Water
- 1lNZ$12.00
- 500mlNZ$8.00
Phoenix DrinksNZ$5.00
Lemonade, Apple, Orange & Mango, Apple & Feijoa, Ginger Beer, Lemon Lime & Bitters
CokeNZ$5.00
Diet CokeNZ$5.00
Sprite ZeroNZ$5.00

What 546 people are saying

Overall ratings and reviews

4.7

4.7 based on all time ratings

4.7Food
4.6Service
4.6Ambience
4.5Value

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546 Reviews

KS
KiwiScot
New Zealand
1 review
5.0
1 review
Dined on December 27, 2021
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
We had a really lovely experience here. Overall everything was great 😊
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FionaP
New Zealand
2 reviews
5.0
2 reviews
Dined on December 27, 2021
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
Again, another outstanding lunch At Wairau River Winery. Always fantastic food and service with amazing wine and plenty of outdoor areas to sit at.
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KarlR
New Zealand
1 review
5.0
1 review
Dined on December 22, 2021
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 2
Beautiful meal I had the pate which was to die for. My friend had mussel chowder that was nice. Then the salmon that was great. Then a desert coffee which was well worth the money. The overall experience was well worth the visit and I would recommend this winery.
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PennyT
Greater Boston
5 reviews
5.0
5 reviews
Dined on December 22, 2021
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
This is our fourth visit to Wairau River Restaurant and always very enjoyable, service is professional but caring, food always interesting and extremely good and atmosphere always busy and fun.
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Gmma
New Zealand
1 review
4.0
1 review
Dined on December 9, 2021
1. Overall 4
2. Food 3
3. Service 4
4. Ambience 3
Lovely salmon however some of our party didnt eat seafood and 3 of the 6 dishes were seafood no red meat option no beef or lamb which was a shame.
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Annie
New Zealand
1 review
4.0
1 review
Dined on December 6, 2021
1. Overall 4
2. Food 4
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 4
Great food, really good service and a lovely setting.
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DennisP
Hawaii
2 reviews
5.0
2 reviews
Dined on December 5, 2021
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
We come to this restaurant every year when we visit Blenheim. It is constantly excellent and the menu varies
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KateC
New Zealand
1 review
5.0
1 review
Dined on December 4, 2021
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
Consistently a great experience; food is always good, ambiance lovely, wine is fantastic, and you never feel hurried.
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TrudiG
New Zealand
1 review
5.0
1 review
Dined on December 4, 2021
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
Beautiful setting and surroundings. Very relaxing. The food was excellent. We can highly recommend the prawns and the cheese soufflé.
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Kosy
New Zealand
1 review
5.0
1 review
Dined on December 3, 2021
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 4
Excellent food and service thanks for a lovely lunch experience.
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11 Rapaura Road, Blenheim, New Zealand 7273

Additional information

Neighborhood
Blenheim
Hours of operation
Daily 11:30 am–3:00 pm
Price
$41 to $100
Cuisines
Winery, Bistro, New Zealand
Dining style
Casual Dining
Dress code
Casual Dress
Parking details
Private Lot
Payment options
Mastercard, Visa
Executive chef
Caroline Rose and Tane Malcolm
Additional
Beer, Indoor Fireplace, Non-Smoking, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Private Room, View, Wheelchair Access, Wine

Website
https://www.wairauriverwines.com/
Phone number
03-572 9800

Wairau River Wines Restaurant

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There’s more to explore

Additional information

Starter

BreadNZ$12.00

Cheese Board*NZ$26.00

ChowderNZ$18.00

Pâtè*NZ$18.00

Crispy Duck Pancakes (4)NZ$26.00

Main

ChowderNZ$22.00

PrawnsNZ$32.00

SouffléNZ$29.00

Hot Smoked SalmonNZ$32.00

The WR Burger*NZ$30.00

Side SaladNZ$12.00

FriesNZ$10.00

Dessert

BrûléeNZ$15.00

Brown Sugar PavlovaNZ$15.00

CheesecakeNZ$15.00

Fudge BrownieNZ$6.00

AffogatoNZ$8.00

Wines

Estate Range

2021 Sauvignon Blanc

2021 Pinot Gris

2021 Summer Riesling (9.5%)

2021 Rosé

2020 Chardonnay

2021 Gewürztraminer

2020 Pinot Noir

Reserve Range

2020 Sauvignon Blanc

2021 Albariño

2020 Grüner Veltliner

2020 Viognier

2020 Chardonnay

2021 Rosé

2020 Pinot Noir

2020 Syrah

Sparkling

Wairau River NV

Wine of the Month

2021 Reserve Rosé

Beer & Non Alc

Beer

Boomtown Pelorus PilsnerNZ$9.00

Boomtown Marlborough LagerNZ$9.00

Boomtown Alabama ApaNZ$9.00

Heineken / SpeightsNZ$7.00

Heineken 0.0NZ$7.00

Hot

CoffeeNZ$5.00

Hot ChocolateNZ$5.00

Tea

Breakfast Blend

Earl Grey Special

Peppermint

Summer Fruits

Japanese Lime

Green

Cold

San Pellegrino Sparkling Water

Phoenix DrinksNZ$5.00

CokeNZ$5.00

Diet CokeNZ$5.00

Sprite ZeroNZ$5.00

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