The Landing has earned its place among the world’s finest producers, being named one of the TOP 100 Premium Wine & Spirits Brands of the World in 2025. This recognition, presented by Luxury Lifestyle Awards, shines a spotlight on the winery’s unique heritage, innovation, and commitment to sustainable practices. With every bottle, the brand celebrates its extraordinary home in New Zealand’s Bay of Islands while making waves on the global stage.

A Legacy Rooted in History

Wine production at The Landing is much more than a modern venture; it is a continuation of a story that began over 200 years ago. The Bay of Islands holds the title of being the birthplace of winemaking in New Zealand, and the property embraces that legacy with passion and precision. First planted in 2007 with Chardonnay and Syrah, the vineyard has since expanded to include Pinot Gris, Montepulciano, Malbec, Merlot, Sangiovese, and Cabernet Franc. Each varietal reflects the nuances of the coastal terroir, shaped by long, warm summers, refreshing sea breezes, and soils composed of ancient sandstone and clay.

The Wines: Distinctive and Bold

The Landing offers three distinct ranges that cater to diverse wine lovers while maintaining a clear identity anchored in quality. The Boathouse range is vibrant and approachable, perfect for casual enjoyment. The Landing range delivers structure and character, reflecting the estate’s unique growing conditions. At the pinnacle sits Madre, a premium tier bottled only in exceptional vintages. Madre wines are presented in bespoke packaging, including elegant boxes and hand-illustrated booklets, making them as visually striking as they are palate-defining.

Over the years, critics have praised The Landing’s Chardonnay for its finesse, its Syrah for intensity and its Rosé for fresh, expressive layers. The wines are produced in small batches, hand-picked and hand-sorted, ensuring authenticity and attention to detail. Fermentation with indigenous yeasts and the use of amphorae alongside oak and stainless steel give each wine a signature character rooted in the land.

Sustainability as a Driving Force

Beyond producing outstanding wines, The Landing has a strong ecological vision. The vineyard sits on 1000 acres of diverse landscape, where sustainability is not a slogan but a guiding principle. Over 1.2 million native trees have been planted in the past two decades, restoring biodiversity and creating an environment where the rare native kiwi bird thrives. Certification by Sustainable Winegrowing New Zealand underscores the estate’s low-intervention approach, which prioritizes soil health, biodiversity, and water conservation.

The team also takes active steps to mitigate climate risks, recognizing the challenges posed by rising sea levels, bushfires, and extreme weather. These practices not only safeguard the vineyard but also honor the land’s cultural and ecological significance.

Experiences Beyond the Glass

The Landing is more than a vineyard; it is a destination. Visitors can indulge in exclusive tastings, guided vineyard tours, barrel sessions, and seasonal wine lunches or dinners prepared by the estate’s private chef. For those seeking immersion, sightseeing boat cruises around the Bay of Islands or vineyard walks offer breathtaking perspectives of land and sea.

Membership in The Landing Wine Club extends these experiences to loyal enthusiasts. Twice yearly, members receive hand-selected wines along with notes from the winemaker, while also enjoying invitations to exclusive events. Additional benefits are shared with sister properties, including The Landing Residences and The Hotel Britomart, ensuring the brand experience is rich and multifaceted.

Global Reach, Local Heart

While its roots remain firmly in New Zealand, The Landing continues to expand internationally. In the United States, its presence is growing steadily, particularly in Southern California, where partnerships with Air New Zealand and select luxury retailers place its wines in front of discerning audiences. In Australia, the brand is also gaining traction, while domestically it collaborates with premium restaurants and retailers such as Farro and The Wine Room Auckland.

Partnerships with lifestyle and fashion brands further reinforce its identity as a label that resonates beyond the bottle. A recent collaboration with Superette Store in New Zealand demonstrates how wine, culture and design intersect in meaningful ways.

Heritage, Innovation, and a Future Defined by Character

What sets The Landing apart is its ability to balance heritage with innovation. It draws on the history of the Bay of Islands as New Zealand’s original winemaking region while continuously experimenting with new varietals and winemaking techniques. Indigenous yeast fermentations, amphora aging, and small-batch separation allow the winery to extract the purest expressions of each parcel of land.

This philosophy ensures that every bottle captures not just the flavors of its terroir but also the legacy of a place where winemaking has deep roots and a flourishing future.

The Landing is an invitation to experience wines shaped by land, history, and vision.

To explore their full collection or discover more about their story, visit https://www.thelandingwine.com/.