Villa Maria

Villa Maria produces wines from vineyard sources across New Zealand, with a portfolio that spans approachable releases through to single site and icon wines. The range highlights regional diversity and site character across white and red styles.

Key styles and regions

• Sauvignon Blanc — Marlborough
• Pinot Noir — Marlborough
• Chardonnay — Hawke's Bay and Marlborough
• Pinot Gris — Marlborough

Villa Maria is widely followed for several reasons.

• Consistent quality across a broad range, with wines that express New Zealand regions.
• Industry leadership, including quality based grower payments and early adoption of screwcap closures across the range in the early 2000s to reduce cork taint risk and improve consistency.
• Sustainability commitments through programs such as Sustainable Winegrowing New Zealand.
• International recognition, including ranking number 3 in Drinks International Worlds Most Admired Wine Brands in 2019, the top placed New Zealand winery that year.
• Wide distribution, with availability in many markets across Europe, North America, Asia, and Australasia.

• Who founded Villa Maria winery? Sir George Fistonich, 1961.
• Who currently owns Villa Maria? Following a 2021 acquisition, the winery is owned by the Indevin Group, based in Blenheim, Marlborough.
• What is Villa Maria known for? New Zealand regional wines and early, widespread adoption of screwcap closures in 2001 to 2002 to reduce cork taint risk. Signature styles include Marlborough Sauvignon Blanc, Pinot Noir, and Chardonnay.
• Where does Villa Maria source its grapes? Across New Zealand, with primary regions in Marlborough and Hawke's Bay.
• Are Villa Maria wines available globally? Widely available in many international markets across Europe, North America, Asia, and Australasia.
• Does Villa Maria focus on sustainability? Yes, including participation in Sustainable Winegrowing New Zealand and environmentally minded practices in vineyards and wineries.