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Martinborough, New Zealand
Martinborough was named after John Martin (1822-92), an Irish immigrant who purchased the large Wairarapa sheep station "Huangarua" in 1879.
John created a town just north of the existing settlement giving it street names such as 'Venice', 'Panama', 'Suez' and 'New York' and creating a central square and streets laid out in a Union Jack pattern, all inspired from a world tour he took
Martinborough has now become a unique wine village, popular as a weekend lazy and indulgent retreat for Wellingtonians, with around 30 boutique vineyards, most within walking distance of the charming town square.
The region only produces 3% of New Zealand's grapes, but offers a broad range of styles, particularly known for its pinot noir.
If you are a food lover, a visit to Hokitika in March is essential to attend the West Coast Wildfood Festival - it's delicious!
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