Wines of passion, grace and spirit, made from estate-grown grapes from our organic and biodynamic vineyards. Make your way down Conder’s Bend Road through the quiet back roads for the more adventurous bikers, the ride will be worth it – the view from Cellar Door is hard to beat. Tours of the Estate are available by appointment for a small charge.

81 Jeffries Rd p 03 572 8770 e info@herzog.co.nzw herzog.co.nz

Open 7 days Mon–Fri 9am – 5pmSat–Sun 11am - 5pm in Summer 11am - 4pm in Winter

Try the Montelpulciano

at The Vines Village, 193 Rapaura Rd p 03 577 5177 e cellardoor@whitehaven.co.nzw whitehaven.co.nz

Open 7 days 11am - 5pm in Summer12pm - 4pm in Winter

at The Vines Village, 193 Rapaura Rd p 03 577 5177 e dvinemarlborough@gmail.comw facebook - dvinemarlborough

Open in SummerTues - Sun, 10.30am - 4pmOpen in WinterWed - Sun, 10.30am - 4pm

JEFFR IES RD

169 Rapaura Rd p 03 572 9876 e no1wine@xtra.co.nzw no1familyestate.co.nz

Open 7 days 10am - 4.30pm

Open 7 days 10am - 4.30pm

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4 Giesen Wines Cellar Door & Restaurant

26 Rapaura Rd p 03 572 8500 e cellardoor@giesen.co.nz w giesen.co.nz

Try the Brothers Sauv. Blanc

5 Wairau River Wines Cellar Door & Restaurant

11 Rapaura Rd p 03 572 9800 e cellardoor@wairauriverwines.com w wairauriverwines.com

Wairau River (pronounced why-row) produces wines exclusively sourced from the Rose family estate vineyards. Park your bike up – sit back, relax and enjoy what we do best – we will serve you great food and beautiful wines on our sun drenched lawns and verandahs, or by the large open fire in winter. Live Marlborough Drink Wairau! Try the Pinot Gris

6 Framingham Winery Cellar Door

19 Conders Bend Rd, Renwick p 03 572 8884 e info@framingham.co.nz w framingham.co.nz

Try the Classic Riesling

7 ForresT WINES Cellar Door & Light Lunches

19 Blicks Rd, Renwick p 4809 275 30 e zn.oc.tserrof@ofni w forrest.co.nz

Try the Doctors Riesling

Open 7 days 10.30am - 4.30pm

Open 7 days 10am - 4.30pm

1 Hans HerzoG Winery Cellar Door, Restaurant & Accommodation

2 WHITEhAVEN Cellar Door & Cafe

Try the Sauvignon Blanc

F D’VINE Gelato & Cold Drinks

Try the Italian Style Gelato

No.1 Family Estate Cellar Door

Try the Methode Traditionelle

Founded by three German born brothers in 1981, the Giesen’s wine is now found in 30 countries worldwide and it’s cellar door is renowned for it’s distinctive wines and it’s incredible platters filled with local delicacies. Enjoy a vineyard walk. Meet the owners. A MUST VISIT on your wine cycle tour.

ALL YEAR ROUND CYCLE TOURINGThe world famous wine region of Marlborough has one of the world’s greatest wine trails “The Golden Mile”. With breathtaking scenery and a warm climate, incredible wine, fresh seafood and culinary delights, all easily accessible through short distance bike journey’s (9 stops within 6km), this is a cyclist’s dream.

We invite you to ‘Ride The Golden Mile’ and meet some of the character’s of Rapaura & Renwick. Our cycle-friendly community provides a range of year round, award-winning cellar doors and accommodation offering bike hire. On your journey savour the world reknowned Marlborough Sauvignon Blanc or it’s rising star Pinot Noir, refined Chardonnay’s or crisp Cuvee’s, along with local salmon, cheeses, honey, fudge & olive oil as you ride between the destinations.

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Take a ride to one of the most secluded and beautiful spots in Marlborough and visit the organic “Grand Cru” Vineyard with New Zealand’s most diverse grape varieties! The iconic Estate is famous for its extensive collection of highly sought after handcrafted wines, with the inclusion of the Montepulciano listed in the 1001 wines to try before you die. Their Gourmet Restaurant and Bistro with its beautiful Mediterranean gardens have become a Mecca for wine and food lovers all over the world. Never fear they also have a private vineyard cottage for you to stay in so you never have to leave!

Grab a fresh Italian style gelato or a delicious slice of fudge from a favourite biker’s stop alongon the trail. Take your time to wander the grounds of The Vines Village and get that classic vineyard selfie on the purpose built observation deck. And don’t forget to check out the Marlborough Wine Experience info in the village foyer.

A boutique family owned winery dedicated to producing limited edition Methode Traditionelle wines from top-quality, hand harvested grapes, grown exclusively for making this style of wine. Processed through the state-of-the-art equipment imported from Champagne. No 1 grow and use only the traditional grapes of Champagne; Chardonnay, Pinot Noir and Pinot Meunier. Top scoring NZ winery with 91 points (equalling or bettering many top champagne houses) in Tom Stevenson’s, Christie’s World Encyclopedia of Champagne & Sparkling Wine.

Swing by our cellar door in The Vines Village – perhaps to savour an elegant Sauv, a gorgeous Pinot or even a lovely Rosé. Whitehaven is a family owned Marlborough winery that creates award-winning wine that is enjoyed all over the world. A small and passionate team follow the philosophy of ‘quality without compromise,’ resulting in delicious wines that reflect the spirit of Marlborough.

Try the Chardonnay

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Open 7 days 10am - 4.30pm

Cellar Door

85 Bedford Rd, Renwick p 03 572 9408 e info@seresin.co.nz w seresin.co.nz

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Vines Village, 193 Rapaura Rd p 0800 397 627 e info@bikehiremarlborough.co.nz w bikehiremarlborough.co.nz

Within 3km of our home base at the Vines Village there are over a dozen wineries and river trails, giving you the best location in Marlborough to start riding from. Our smooth Euro-bikes are easy to ride and have baskets to hold those precious wine bottles and tasty morsels. Our base at the Vines Villagehas safe off road parking for campervans and an on-site cafe to pick up a picnic lunch or drink for your day so you have everything you need from one great location.

Open 7 Days10am - 5pm in Summer 12pm - 4pm in Winter

B Marlborough Vintner’s Hotel Hotel, Restaurant & Bike Hire

190 Rapaura Rd p 03 572 5094 e info@mvh.co.nz w mvh.co.nz

In the heart of the Marlborough wine country in Rapaura Rd, this 5 Star Hotel has a well-earned reputation for style and sophistication delivered with warm hospitality. Stay in one of the 16 beautifully appointed suites with garden or vineyard views. Guests can hire mountain and road bikes for a short hop down around the close cellar doors.

Open 7 DaysRestaurant Open from 6pm

33 Blicks Rd, Renwick. p 03 572 7954 e info@winetoursbybike.co.nz w winetoursbybike.co.nz

Open 7 Days9am - 5pm

Bed & Breakfast, Bike Hire

Marlborough's original and premier self-guided bike touring company, offering you the freedom to choose the cellar doors you want to visit and ride at your own pace. With over 45 European-styled cruiser bikes including tandems, trailers, tag-a-longs, and trikes for our less confident riders. We offer a full backup service, bottled water, hi-vis helmets, purpose-built wine panniers and baskets and the all important FREE pickup and drop-off service ensuring you make the most of your precious time, you stay safe and don’t risk drink-driving. “It will probably be the most fun you’ll ever have on a bike.”

The Olde MillHouse, Bike2Wine E Bed & Breakfast, Bike Hire

9 Wilson St, Renwick p 03 572 8458 or 0800 653 262 e info@oldemillhouse.co.nz w oldemillhouse.co.nz

Open 7 Days

We offer bikes for a customised wine tour to suit you. If you don’t want to drive & require a pick up from your accommodation, singles at $40/Tandem $80 with a free pick up within 12km of Renwick . Then at the end of you day just phone from wherever you are up till 6.30pm and we will return you to your accommodation. If you choose to come to our depot the bikes are discounted to $30 single/$60 tandem. We also offer a high standard of accommodation with our 3 double rooms all with ensuite’s located in a peaceful elevated garden setting giving views over Renwick to the Richmond ranges. Our guests enjoy the free use of wine tour bikes, wifi, spa, BBQ and a great continental style breakfast.

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C Vintner’s Retreat Bike Hire & Boutique Accommodation

55 Rapaura Rd p 03 572 7420 e info@vintnersretreat.co.nz w vintnersretreat.co.nz

Perfectly situated at the top of Rapaura Road amongst the vines, the Vintners Retreat is private, peaceful, only 15 minutes drive from Blenheim and has 14 beautifully appointed Villa’s, fully equipped to a high standard, self-contained and serviced daily. Within the four acre grounds there is a 12 metre solar heated swimming pool, tennis court, boules strip and croquet sets for guests use. The Wairau River stop bank provides an excellent opportunity for cycling, walking and running, and we have bikes for you to hire.

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Beyond the wall the drive way winds through our oldest Sauvignon Blanc vineyard, over the small stone bridge and into a beautiful park setting, with willow trees and a duck pond, picnic tables, badminton, tennis and pétanque. Join in on informative discussions about wine, wine-making and the region. A selection of picnic nibbles is available for light lunches with cheeses, antipasto, Burleigh pies and Hop Federation craft beer.

One of the favourite stops for Riesling fans has to be Framingham Winery, they have some of the oldest Riesling vines in Marlborough (planted in 1981). Enjoy complimentary tastings in the deco-style wooden panelled tasting room or book in a guided winery tour or just relax and enjoy the sunshine amongst the roses in the sheltered courtyard.

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Complete the full Marlborough Wine and Food Experience by visiting the boutique family owned cellar doors and food stops along the Golden Mile, check in and collect your stamps from participating destinations to claim your title as ‘Golden Mile Champion’!

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W E L L I N G T O NSail 3.5hrs by BlueBridge Ferry to Picton.P I C T O NDrive for 20 mins south on SH1, turn right on to SH 62 / Rapaura Road until you hit the 80km zone at the western end.B L E N H E I MDrive 10 mins west on SH6 to Renwick.N E L S O NDrive 1 hour and 30 mins via SH6 to Renwick / Rapaura Rd.

We heartily endorse safety and personal responsibility so please drink plenty of water, wear a safety helmet (NZ has a $150 Police fine for not wearing one!), be road safe and take your time to rest and take in the scenery. God speeeeed!

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