The Nelson wine region is on the northern tip of the South Island, around 90 90-minute drive west of the Marlborough Wine Region. Chardonnay, Sauvignon Blac, and Pinot Noir are produced with 23 cellar doors open for tastings. Visit family and dog-friendly Neudorf Vineyard for tastings and a casual picnic hamper amongst the vines or Moutere Hills for a glass of wine and a delightful lunch at Forsters Restaurant.