Karahui Wine List 2025

Karahui

Wine Bar & Restaurant · Martinborough · 2025

V — Vegan  ·  O — Organic  ·  Bio — Biodynamic

Non-Alcoholic

Mocktail
Fauxmaretto Sour — Orange, Lemon, Orgeat Syrup
Citrus Kiss — Passionfruit, Lime, Vanilla
15
Otakiri Sparkling / Still Mineral Water 750ml
12
Coke / Coke Zero / Sprite
6
Bundaberg Ginger Beer
6
Karma Raspberry Lemonade
8
Karma Gingerella
8
Karma Kombucha
8
Karma Juice
8
House Lemon Lime Bitters
7
Coffee / Tea
6

Tasting Flights

Gin  — 3 × 20ml, served on ice & Fever-Tree Mediterranean Tonic

Tōhi Trinity Gins 37
  • Tōhi Home — Coffee Husk, Harakeke, aged in Pinot Noir barrel
  • Tōhi Land — Olive Leaf, Walnut & Rosemary
  • Tōhi Sea — Wairarapa Kelp, Thyme & Lemongrass

Whisky  — 3 × 20ml, with a side of water

Elements of Smoke 39

A journey through New Zealand's interpretation of smoke and peat.

  • Thomson Manuka Smoked
  • Waiheke Moss
  • 1919 Transpacific Jamaican Rum Cask
Influence of Oak 39

Exploring how cask choice shapes flavour and character.

  • Divergence Virgin French Oak
  • Divergence Otago Pinot Barrel
  • Pōkeno Revelation
Kiwi Expressions 39

Showcasing the diversity and innovation of Kiwi whisky.

  • Pōkeno Discovery
  • Waiheke Oak & Rye
  • Thomson South Island Peat

Rum  — 3 × 20ml

Rum Flight 39
  • Best Behaviour Botanical Spiced Rum / Manuka Smoked Rum
  • 1919 Cane Overproof
  • Last Light Solera Aged Rum

Beer & Cider

On Tap — Martinborough Brewery

Karahui Edition Lager / Ohio APA / Hinakura Hazy Pale Ale
13

Bottle / Can

Martinborough Black Nectar
13
Asahi Super Dry
12
Parrotdog Pilsner
12
Parrotdog Raptor APA
12
Captains Low Carb Lager
12
Garage Project Fugazi Ale 2.2% — Low Alcohol
11
Garage Project Tiny <0.5% — Non-alcoholic
11
Hallertau Apple Cider
12

Gin & Tonic

Tōhi Sea
Wairarapa Kelp, Thyme & Lemongrass
16
Tōhi Land
Olive Leaf, Walnut & Rosemary
16
Tōhi Home
Coffee Cherry Husk, Harakeke, aged in Pinot Noir barrel
16

Mixers: Fever-Tree Mediterranean Tonic / Elderflower Tonic / Yuzu Soda

Sake — Zenzuko Plum (Queenstown)
Glass 15
Bottle 75

Spritz

Aperol Spritz
Aperol, Brut, Soda, Orange
19
Limoncello Spritz
Limoncello, Brut
17
Pistachio Spritz
Pistachio Liqueur, Brut
17

Cocktails

Raspberry Bramble
Tōhi Sea Gin, Raspberry Liqueur, Lime
19
Manuka Smoke Old Fashioned
Thomson Manuka Smoke Single Malt, Walnut Bitters, Orange
20
Negroni
Tōhi Home Gin, 144s Island Vermouth #2, L'Opera Bitter
20
Gin Espresso Martini
Tōhi Land Gin, Coffee Liqueur, Espresso
21

Sparkling

NV Quartz Reef Brut O
Bendigo, Central Otago
76% Pinot Noir, 24% Chardonnay
Green apple, lime and brioche, with creamy acidity and a lengthy finish.
Glass 16
Bottle 80
NV Alexia Sparkling Rosé
South Wairarapa
Pinot Noir
Well-structured, dominated by wild red berry with an opulent, silky texture.
Glass 17
Bottle 80
Palliser Estate The Griffin O
Martinborough
50% Chardonnay, 50% Pinot Noir
Bright orchard fruits and baked sourdough on the nose, with a zesty hint of lemon tart. Creamy bubbles, crisp acidity, and a warm toasty finish.
110

Rosé

2024 Equilibrium Rosé
Te Muna, Martinborough
Pinot Noir
Crisp and refreshing — cherry, white peach, watermelon, zesty citrus and vibrant acidity. Dry & textural.
Glass 16
Bottle 65

Chilled Red

2024 Marathon Downs 'Little Red'
Marlborough
Pinot Noir
Playful and vibrant with juicy red fruit, fine tannins, and a fresh finish. Whole berry fermented and basket pressed, aged in old oak.
Glass 17
Bottle 78

Skin-Contact / Orange

2023 Wine Witch 'Orange' V
Martinborough · 500ml bottle
Pinot Gris
Dried apricot, citrus zest, orange blossom and chamomile.
Glass 17
Bottle 45
2023 Huntress Waikoa V/O
Martinborough
Sauvignon Blanc & Riesling
Bright and joyful — citrus, florals, wild fennel and a touch of honeydew. Fresh, textured and dry with a long, zesty finish.
Glass 17
Bottle 80

White

Zesty & Crisp

2023 Filly Sauvignon Blanc
Martinborough
Sauvignon Blanc
Vibrant and juicy — passionfruit, mango, citrus and a mineral edge. Textural and fresh.
Glass 16
Bottle 70
2021 Domaine Tariquet Gros Manseng
Southwest, France
Gros Manseng
Bold aromas of citrus, mango, and white flowers. Bone-dry with refreshing acidity and a textured, elegant finish.
70

Aromatics, Fruity & Floral

2023 Anselmo Mendes 'Muros Antigos'
Vinho Verde, Portugal
Alvarinho, Loureiro & Avesso
Dry, mineral and aromatic — yellow stone fruit with a touch of sea spray and a saline finish.
Glass 17
Bottle 80
2023 Domaine Amelie & Charles Sparr Bio
Alsace, France
Riesling, Muscat, Pinot Blanc
Dry, vibrant and floral with citrus lift and soft orchard fruit. Bright Riesling acidity meets the aromatic charm of Muscat.
Glass 18
Bottle 80
2024 Greystone Riesling V/O
Waipara, North Canterbury
Riesling
Bright and pure — citrus, honeysuckle and tropical fruit. Off-dry with crisp acidity and layered fruit. Elegant and vibrant.
75
2019 Blackenbrook Reserve Gewürztraminer V
Tasman, Nelson
Gewürztraminer
Medium-dry and aromatic — ripe pear, rose petals and candied ginger. Lush and textural with musky spice and a long, elegant finish.
Glass 17
Bottle 75
2020 Gladstone Vineyard Viognier V
Gladstone, Wairarapa
Viognier
Moderately intense and textural — apricot, vanilla and subtle ginger. Bright acidity and fine tannins give structure and length.
Glass 17
Bottle 75

Textural & Mineral

2024 Blue Earth Pinot Gris
Te Muna, Martinborough
Pinot Gris
Dry and textural — quince, pear and apple over a mineral backbone. Crunchy, vibrant and food-friendly.
Glass 17
Bottle 75
2022 Tenuta Corte Giacobbe Soave
Ronca – Monte Calvarina DOC, Italy
Garganega
Plum, citron and tropical fruit with vibrant minerality and a subtle almond finish. Reflects its volcanic origins.
70
2024 Ata Rangi Chenin Blanc V/O
Martinborough
Chenin Blanc
Aromatic and textural — grapefruit, melon, fennel and toasted almond. Fresh and layered, finishing with beeswax and lemon sherbet.
Glass 19
Bottle 90
2018 Brisebarre Vouvray Cuvée Amédée
Loire Valley, France · Very limited stock
Chenin Blanc
Dry Vouvray with lively acidity and layered notes of ripe stone fruit, honey, vanilla and gentle spice.
95

Full-Bodied & Creamy

2024 144 Islands 'Marnie Manon'
Bay of Islands
60% Roussanne, 40% Marsanne
A nod to the Northern Rhône. Rich and textural — beeswax, chamomile and apricot brioche. Floral yet savoury, with refreshing acidity and a salty lift.
95
2022 B.wine 'Lime Hill' Chardonnay
Gladstone, Wairarapa
Chardonnay
Elegant and refined — citrus, nutty lees and a hint of ginger spice. Textural and mineral-driven with fine oak and beautiful balance. Burgundian flair.
Glass 19
Bottle 90
2018 Bostock 'Vicki Vineyard' Chardonnay O
Hawke's Bay
Chardonnay
Generous warm-climate Chardonnay — ripe stone fruit, spiced oak and roasted nuts. Bright and layered with a smooth, graceful finish.
92

Red

Light & Silky

2022 Devotus Aprentis Pinot Noir O/V
Martinborough
Pinot Noir
Bright and pure — lifted blackcurrant, flinty notes and a hint of conserve. Fine tannins and a low-intervention style. A true expression of the Martinborough Terrace.
Glass 21
Bottle 98
2021 Hillview Estate Pinot Noir
Martinborough
Pinot Noir
Elegant and silky — red cherry, plum, lavender and hints of spice. Delicate yet concentrated with fine tannins and lacy acidity.
98
2020 Blue Earth Pinot Noir
Te Muna, Martinborough
Pinot Noir
Elegant and savoury — ripe red berries, spice and a floral lift. Rich cherry fruit meets soft tannins and subtle earthy notes. Silky and complex.
100
2018 Earthkeeper 'Otiake Vineyard' Pinot Noir V
Waitaki, North Otago
Pinot Noir
Wild berries and floral aromas with a savoury herbal edge. Fresh and finely structured with vibrant acidity and unique Waitaki tannins.
95
2023 Dicey Gamay Noir V
Bannockburn, Central Otago
Gamay
Complex aromas of blackcurrant, floral and earth. Juicy palate with hints of iron, great acidity and a refreshing, lingering finish.
Glass 20
Bottle 95

Smooth & Juicy

2023 Urlar Merlot / Cabernet Franc V/O/Bio
Gladstone
Merlot & Cabernet Franc
Dark berries, dark plum and soft spice with subtle herbal notes and fine tannins. Elegance and structure.
Glass 18
Bottle 85
2022 Famille Bougrier Chinon Cabernet Franc
Loire Valley, France
Cabernet Franc
Juicy cherries and dark berries meet soft savoury herbs and a hint of earth. Bright, expressive and silky.
Glass 17
Bottle 82
2022 Domaine des Pasquiers Côtes du Rhône O
Côtes du Rhône, France
75% Grenache, 25% Syrah
Wild berries, plum and a hint of earth on a vibrant, structured palate. Fine tannins and fresh acidity. Balanced and expressive.
Glass 16
Bottle 75
2022 C. da Silva Dalva Colheita Tinto
Douro Valley, Portugal
Touriga Nacional, Touriga Franca, Tinta Roriz
Deep ruby with ripe red and black fruit, floral lift and fine structure. Bold yet graceful with a long, satisfying finish.
Glass 18
Bottle 90

Savoury & Spicy

2021 Coney Que Sera Syrah
Martinborough
Syrah
Dark berry, chocolate and classic white pepper notes. Firm tannins balance a long, toasty finish.
Glass 19
Bottle 95
2022 Umani Ronchi Montepulciano V
Marche, Italy
Montepulciano
Robust and harmonious — morello cherry and blackcurrant with silky tannins and a long, intense finish.
Glass 18
Bottle 85
2024 Dune Tirari V
McLaren Vale, Australia
Negroamaro, Touriga, Mataro & Grenache
Plump and juicy — wild berries, dried herbs and a savoury edge. Supple and earthy with a moreish, food-friendly finish.
Glass 18
Bottle 85
2022 Gil Family Estate Amona Rioja V
La Rioja, Spain
Tempranillo
Bright red fruits, spice and savoury mineral notes. Ripe tannins with a smooth texture leading to a lingering cocoa and earthy finish.
Glass 17
Bottle 80

Bold & Structured

2022 Grava España Vino Tinto O
Bierzo, Northern Spain
Mencía
Robust and rustic — broody red and black fruits, spice and fennel seed. Meaty and fresh, opening beautifully with food. Crafted in Bierzo and imported by the duo behind Grava Martinborough.
Glass 25
Bottle 115
2023 Cafaggio Toscana Sangiovese V/O
Tuscany, Italy
Sangiovese
Classic violet, cherry and gentle baking spice. Dry and fruit-forward with fine tannins and a soft, velvety finish.
Glass 16
Bottle 75
2019 Karikari Pinotage
Northland
Pinotage (Pinot Noir × Cinsault)
Deeply coloured and richly aromatic — red berries, wild game and cloves. Smooth and full-bodied with dark fruits, stewed plum and dark chocolate.
Glass 21
Bottle 98
2022 Groves Lagrein O
Martinborough
Lagrein (Italian variety)
Dark and savoury — damson, bramble and black cherry over hints of tapenade and spice. Mid-weighted with supple tannins. A rare and characterful red from Martinborough.
105
2022 Penny's Hill 'Edwards Road' Cabernet V
McLaren Vale, Australia
Cabernet Sauvignon
Cassis, smoked game, olive and cedar. Rich and well-weighted with fine chalky tannins and a long, persistent finish.
90
2023 Fontanabianca Langhe DOC Nebbiolo
Piedmont, Italy
Nebbiolo
Delicate bouquet of violets. Elegant and refined on the palate — spice and blackcurrant building with length. Aged in large barrels for added finesse.
106

Sweet

2023 Schubert Dolce O
Martinborough
Müller-Thurgau
Peach, apricots, orange blossom and honeycomb leading to caramelised pear and honeydew melon.
Glass 18
Bottle 70
2023 Dragon Bones Wutz Late Harvest
Waitaki, North Otago
Riesling
Lush and powerful — sharp acidity slicing through rich sweetness. Preserved lemon, crushed rock and golden fruit.
Glass 16
Bottle 60
NV Campbells Topaque
Rutherglen, Australia
Muscadelle
Toffee, honey and cold tea characters create a unique profile.
Glass 17
Bottle 65

Fortified

Clearview Sea Red
16
Ramos Pinto Tawny Port
16

Spirits & Cognac

Cognac — Frapin 1270 Grande Champagne
18
Rum — Flor de Caña 18YO
18
Bourbon — Woodford Reserve
15
Vodka — The Bond Store
15
Whisky — Waiheke "Moss"
20
Whisky — Waiheke "Oak & Rye"
16
Whisky — Thomson "Manuka Smoke"
16
Whisky — Thomson "South Island"
17
Whisky — Pōkeno "Discovery"
16
Whisky — Pōkeno "Revelation"
16
Whisky — Divergence "Pinot Barrel"
16
Whisky — Divergence "Virgin French Oak"
16

Karahui Wine Bar & Restaurant · Martinborough

V — Vegan  ·  O — Organic  ·  Bio — Biodynamic  ·  All prices in NZD