Steeped in tradition. Crafted in excellence. Méthode Marlborough is more than a mark on a bottle — it’s a collective voice celebrating the art of traditional method sparkling wine in arguably New Zealand’s most iconic wine region - Marlborough.

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We are a grower-led society of passionate producers, united by a shared commitment to crafting world-class méthode wines. Our strength lies in collaboration: elevating Marlborough’s reputation through advocacy, education, and storytelling.

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Our purpose is clear — to educate consumers and wine trade on why and how Marlborough sparkling wines differ from other styles. Quality in sparkling wine is not abstract; it’s the result of tangible technique. Every Méthode Marlborough wine is made in the traditional method of Champagne, with second fermentation in bottle, followed by intricate riddling and disgorging. This process produces the finest and most persistent bead.

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All wines bearing the Méthode Marlborough mark are aged for a minimum of 18 months on lees, allowing complex flavours to evolve — balancing vibrant fruit with savoury notes of toast and brioche. On average, our members age their wines for 36 months, with some reaching 7 to 10 years.

 

We are always open to welcoming new members who meet these criteria:

• Wines must be grown, bottled, matured, and disgorged in Marlborough.

• Wines must be made using the traditional method of production.

• Wines must be produced exclusively from Pinot Noir, Chardonnay, and Pinot Meunier.

• Wines must be aged for a minimum of 18 months on lees before first disgorgement

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We champion wines made exclusively from Pinot Noir, Chardonnay, and Pinot Meunier — the internationally recognised trio for benchmark sparkling. Crafted with patience, precision, and Marlborough provenance, our wines offer elegance, complexity, and authenticity.

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Méthode Marlborough is a mark of quality — a shared platform for producers, a promise to consumers, and a celebration of timeless craft.

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Join us on our journey > Visit our member wineries here or use the Wine Marlborough Map to find a Cellar Door offering tastings of Méthode Marlborough wines.