Where is Wairau River Cellar Door & Number 11 Restaurant located?

At 11 Rapaura Road, Renwick 7273.

What are the winter opening hours?

Thursday to Monday, 11:30am to 3:00pm, closed Tuesday and Wednesday.

When did the Rose family start growing grapes here?

In 1978, Phil and Chris Rose secured consent to plant the first grapevines on the northern side of the Wairau Valley.

Can I taste wine on site?

Yes, the cellar door offers tastings of the Estate and Reserve wine ranges.

Is there a wine club?

Yes, the River Club is available to join.

Do I need to book for the restaurant or cellar door?

Yes, bookings can be made through the website.

Wairau River Cellar Door & Number 11 Restaurant

Name: Wairau River Cellar Door & Number 11 Restaurant
Address: 11 Rapaura Road, Renwick 7273, Renwick, Renwick, NZ
Telephone: 026042313
Rating: 4.7

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About Wairau River Cellar Door & Number 11 Restaurant

Wairau River Cellar Door & Number 11 Restaurant sits on the edge of the Wairau River in Renwick, a special place for growing grapes. The Rose family has been farming in Marlborough for over 160 years, and in 1978 Phil and Chris Rose overcame strong opposition to secure consent to plant the first grapevines on the northern side of the Wairau Valley - among the first vineyards established in Marlborough.

Today, the extended Rose family continues to produce wines that reflect this special place, with the next generation now involved across the business. The cellar door and restaurant give visitors a chance to taste the estate and reserve wine ranges alongside a dining experience on site.

Wairau River Cellar Door & Number 11 Restaurant: 160 Years of Marlborough Farming

On the edge of the Wairau River in Renwick, Wairau River Cellar Door & Number 11 Restaurant sits on land the Rose family has farmed for over 160 years. In 1978, Phil and Chris Rose overcame strong opposition to secure consent to plant the first grapevines on the northern side of the Wairau Valley - a decision that played an important role in shaping Marlborough's wine history, at a time when the idea of viticulture succeeding in the region was far from certain.

A Family Legacy in the Vines

Today, the extended Rose family continues to produce wines that reflect this special place, with the next generation now involved across the business. As the company continues to grow, so too does its connection to the land and the family that has shaped it over generations.

Estate and Reserve Wine Ranges

Wairau River's wine range spans an Estate collection - including a Marlborough Sauvignon Blanc, Pinot Gris, Chardonnay, Summer Riesling, Rosé and Pinot Noir, plus the distinctive Braided Pinot Grigio and Sauvignon Blanc blend - and a Reserve collection featuring varieties like Viognier, Albariño, Botrytised Riesling, Gewürztraminer, Grüner Veltliner, Syrah, and a Reserve Pinot Noir and Sauvignon Blanc.

Cellar Door and Restaurant

Alongside the winery, the cellar door and Number 11 Restaurant give visitors a chance to taste the range and settle in for a meal on site, in a setting shaped by the surrounding vineyards and the river itself.

Visiting Wairau River

Wairau River is located at 11 Rapaura Road, Renwick. During winter hours, it's open Thursday to Monday from 11:30am to 3:00pm, closed Tuesday and Wednesday. Bookings for the restaurant and cellar door can be made through the website.

Signature items

Marlborough Sauvignon Blanc
Wairau River Reserve Pinot Noir
Marlborough Reserve Albariño
Braided Pinot Grigio + Sauvignon Blanc Blend
Marlborough Reserve Chardonnay

Marlborough Sauvignon Blanc — Estate range white wine
Marlborough Pinot Gris — Estate range white wine
Marlborough Chardonnay — Estate range white wine
Marlborough Summer Riesling — Estate range white wine
Marlborough Rosé — Estate range rosé
Marlborough Pinot Noir — Estate range red wine
Braided Pinot Grigio + Sauvignon Blanc Blend — A blended white wine

Reserve Wines

Marlborough Reserve Viognier — Reserve range white wine
Marlborough Reserve Albariño — Reserve range white wine
Marlborough Reserve Botrytised Riesling — Reserve range dessert wine
Marlborough Reserve Chardonnay — Reserve range white wine
Marlborough Reserve Gewürztraminer — Reserve range white wine
Marlborough Reserve Grüner Veltliner — Reserve range white wine
Wairau River Reserve Pinot Noir — Reserve range red wine
Marlborough Reserve Sauvignon Blanc — Reserve range white wine
Marlborough Reserve Syrah — Reserve range red wine
Marlborough Reserve Rosé — Reserve range rosé

Frequently asked questions

Where is Wairau River Cellar Door & Number 11 Restaurant located?: At 11 Rapaura Road, Renwick 7273.
What are the winter opening hours?: Thursday to Monday, 11:30am to 3:00pm, closed Tuesday and Wednesday.
When did the Rose family start growing grapes here?: In 1978, Phil and Chris Rose secured consent to plant the first grapevines on the northern side of the Wairau Valley.
How long has the Rose family farmed in Marlborough?: Over 160 years.
Can I taste wine on site?: Yes, the cellar door offers tastings of the Estate and Reserve wine ranges.
Is there a wine club?: Yes, the River Club is available to join.
Do I need to book for the restaurant or cellar door?: Yes, bookings can be made through the website.

Tips

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