Poppies Martinborough
A must-visit Martinborough vineyard offering gourmet platters, exceptional wines, and a warm, personal tasting experience in beautiful surroundings.
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Poppies Martinborough
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Delicious food and wine
Highlights
Must-see attractions
A must-visit Martinborough vineyard offering gourmet platters, exceptional wines, and a warm, personal tasting experience in beautiful surroundings.
"Poppies is divine in every way, an absolute MUST to visit."
🎯 Book Lunch Ahead
Essential for securing a table for their famous platters. Don't miss out!
🍷 Passionate Wine Guides
Engage with the staff; their passion for wine makes tastings extra special.
Quick Facts
Hours
Rating
4.8 · 482 reviews
Type
Farm
Highlights
Discover the most iconic attractions and experiences
Signature Sharing Platters
Restaurant
Gourmet platters, beautifully curated and incredibly tasty. Perfect for sharing and a highlight for many visitors.
Exceptional Wine Tastings
Cellar Door
Experience a range of high-quality wines with passionate and knowledgeable staff guiding you. A truly memorable tasting.
Beautiful Vineyard Grounds
Outdoor Areas
Stunning grounds perfect for a relaxed stroll or enjoying the picturesque Martinborough scenery.
Plans like a pro.
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Planning Your Visit
Book Your Lunch & Tasting in Advance
Embrace the Relaxed Vibe
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Martinborough winery visits/tours recommendations
Kia Ora, I’m visiting Martinborough in early June and have booked an Airbnb for a birthday getaway, however are needing a little help with organising. I understand there may be options of wine tours or you can visit vineyards individually, we will be a group of 8 to 10 anyone…
🎯 Book Lunch Ahead
Essential for securing a table for their famous platters. Don't miss out!
🍷 Passionate Wine Guides
Engage with the staff; their passion for wine makes tastings extra special.
Martinborough wineries
What's a reasonable amount of wineries to visit in a day? And how long would it take? I'm thinking of renting a bike and doing a couple before lunch, stop for lunch somewhere and another couple after.
Exploring Martinborough on foot?
Hi all, I'd really like to do visit some of the vineyards/wine tasting etc around Martinborough but don't have access to a car at the moment. I can see how to get to Martinborough by train/bus combo, but I'm wondering if it's worth going if all the wineries etc are only…
🐶 Dog-Friendly Charm
Bring your furry friend along to enjoy the beautiful grounds!
📸 Great Photo Ops
The grounds and food provide stunning backdrops for memorable photos.
Any recommendations for Martinborough?
Hey everyone. I'm going to be passing through Martinborough in the next week and have never been there before. Does anyone have any recommendations for things to do, look at, coffee spots, etc? Edit * - thanks everyone! Some great suggestions :)
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🎯 Book Lunch Ahead
Essential for securing a table for their famous platters. Don't miss out!
🍷 Passionate Wine Guides
Engage with the staff; their passion for wine makes tastings extra special.
🐶 Dog-Friendly Charm
Bring your furry friend along to enjoy the beautiful grounds!
📸 Great Photo Ops
The grounds and food provide stunning backdrops for memorable photos.
What Travellers Say
Reviews Summary
Poppies Martinborough is overwhelmingly praised for its exceptional food, particularly the gourmet sharing platters, and its high-quality wines. Visitors consistently highlight the warm, personal service from knowledgeable and passionate staff, creating a memorable and relaxed experience. The beautiful vineyard setting adds to its charm, making it a must-visit destination in Martinborough.
"Another great winery! Wines were a bit pricier than the last place (Moy Hall) but the service from the young guy at cellar door was exceptional. We stayed for lunch and had a platter plus bread and it was so tasty! I've never seen my husband so satisfied. It was great value and fed two adults and two children. Beautiful grounds too. Highly recommend."
Amy Robinson
"Simply amazing. Wines were tasted with help from the French lady. Very nice. The food amazing simple to order.
Tom the waiter was awesome too and took.good care and great photos of us.
Really loverly place
Doggo freindly."
Ben Carey
"Our wine tasting experience at Poppies was a blast! Thanks to Marine who offered the best service we ever had and made the tastings so fun (15$ for tasting of 5 wines). We were glad to live the experience in French and the wine from Poppies are of exceptional quality. Marine was a passionate that transmitted her passion of wine to us. I had a perception that Poppies was the most « touristic » winehard, but what i experience was a very warm and personal tasting that I will remember for my life. Do not hesitate to choose Poppies among all the choices available in Martinborough. We did other wineries and it was in no way comparable to Poppies."
Michael Bédard
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Frequently Asked Questions
🚇 🗺️ Getting There
Poppies Martinborough is located in the heart of the Wairarapa wine region. It's easily accessible by car from Wellington (approx. 1.5-hour drive). Many visitors combine a trip to Poppies with other wineries in the Martinborough area. Consider driving or arranging a wine tour for convenient transport between vineyards.
Yes, ample parking is available for visitors at Poppies Martinborough, making it convenient for those arriving by car.
🎫 🎫 Tickets & Entry
While walk-ins are sometimes possible, booking your wine tasting in advance is highly recommended, especially during peak times, to guarantee your spot and ensure a smooth experience.
Wine tastings typically cost around $15 for a selection of 5 wines, offering great value for the quality and experience provided.
It's best to book ahead, particularly for lunch, as Poppies is a popular destination. While you might be able to visit for a tasting without a booking, it's not guaranteed, especially on busy days.
🍽️ 🍽️ Food & Dining
Poppies is renowned for its delicious and beautifully curated sharing platters, perfect for a relaxed lunch. They also offer bread and other tasty accompaniments.
Absolutely! Visitors rave about the platters being incredibly tasty, satisfying, and great value, feeding couples and families alike. It's a highlight for many.
Yes, booking a table for lunch is strongly advised due to its popularity. This ensures you don't miss out on their highly-rated food offerings.
📸 📸 Photography
The vineyard grounds are picturesque, and the beautifully presented platters offer fantastic opportunities for stunning photos. It's a very 'Instagrammable' location.
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