Wine Regions

Akarua Winery

10 years after the founding of Rimapere in the Marlborough Valley, the country’s leading wine region, Edmond de Rothschild Heritage purchased 34.5 of the best hectares in Akarua, a historic and pioneering vineyard in Central Otago. The vast majority of these 34.5 hectares are in Cairnmuir, ideally placed given its reputation as the holy grail of Bannockburn. Nestled in the foothills of the mountains and amid breathtaking scenery, the land here offers rare balanced conditions which are suited to producing very fine Pinot Noirs. In Māori, the name ‘Akarua’ means two vines. Pinot Noir and Chardonnay were the two varietals first planted on the estate. They now represent 78.5 % and 2% of the parcels respectively, and a small amount of Pinot Gris and Riesling completes the range.

Akitu

Set in the heart of Central Otago’s Upper Clutha basin, our 12 hectare vineyard sits alone at 380 metres above sea level on a stunning north facing slope which hides a special geology. Here we are obsessively dedicated to the production of exceptional Pinot Noir, in fact it’s all we grow. We planted 40,000 vines in 2002; we patiently tended them then launched our wine – akitu (which means the apex or highest point) with our 2012 vintage. This is fine wine from a magnificent and unique place – Central Otago at its exceptional best.

Amisfield

Amisfield is a winemaking legacy rooted in the rugged terrain of Central Otago since 1988. Our approach to crafting exceptional Pinot Noir and aromatic white wines is a testament to our commitment to excellence. We nurture certified organic vineyards, managed holistically to harness the energy of the soils, vines, and environment. At Amisfield, our dedicated team, driven by passion and expertise, ensures each wine tells a unique story of the spirit of Central Otago.

Astrolabe

Astrolabe is a family-owned and run winery headed by experienced winemaker Simon Waghorn. Simon founded Astrolabe in 1996, with the first pinot noir produced from young vines in the Waihopai Valley in 1998. Astrolabe produces a regional blend from sites in the Southern Valleys of the Wairau Valley down to the limestone-rich Kēkerengū Coast as well as single vineyard expressions. Expect a focus on brighter-spectrum fruit flavours, embracing Marlborough’s potential for intensity of fruit.

Ata Rangi

In Te Reo Māori, Ata Rangi means “dawn sky” or “new beginning”. It is a name that honours our land and reflects the work we do here. Making wine is all about working in sync with the changing seasons and conditions on the land. We strive to craft wines that capture the essence of our place: Martinborough, Aotearoa-New Zealand. We are a small, family-owned organic winery with a reputation for pinot noir, located at the southern end of the North Island.

Ata Rangi was founded by Clive Paton in 1980. The first vines were planted on a small, stony sheep paddock at the edge of the Martinborough Village. Clive’s sister Alison bought an adjoining block soon after and in 1986 Clive’s partner Phyll Pattie bought a share in the business after moving from Marlborough where she had been working as a winemaker.

45 years on, we continue to work diligently to nurture Ata Rangi’s enviable reputation as one of the new world’s most respected pinot noir producers. Today, Alison Paton heads up day-to-day running of the business, with Helen Masters crafting the wines aided by the vital stewardship of vineyard manager Ian Ewart.

Auntsfield Estate

Our Pinot Noir is grown on the steep hillsides of AUNTSFIELD – the original site of Marlborough’s first commercial vineyard and winery established in 1893. This historic vineyard has been re-established and now lives on surrounded by native plantings, streams, wetlands and the resulting biodiversity. For 20 years Viticulturist and Winemaker Ben and Luc Cowley have lived on the vineyard amongst the vines with their families; for the brothers it is personal, it is their home, it is their life’s work, and it is as much about the past as it is about the future.

Bannock Brae

Nestled in the deep south of New Zealand, Central Otago stands as one of the world’s most intriguing winemaking regions, with a reputation rivalling Burgundy for its exceptional Pinot Noir. From the high, cool Gibbston Valley near Queenstown to Bannockburn’s historic alluvial goldfields along the Kawarau River, our wines capture the essence of these rugged terrains. Crafted with precision and minimal intervention in our innovative four-story gravity flow winery, Bannock Brae wines offer a pure expression of Central Otago’s unique complexity and character.

Bell Hill Vineyard

Established in 1997 in Waikari, North Canterbury by Marcel and Sherwyn. Producing premium Pinot Noir and Chardonnay, the 3.2 ha vineyard was planted between 1997-2022. It is high density with up to 18000 vines/ha, achieved with narrow rows and vine spacing. The unique site with its limestone derived soils is farmed using biodynamic and organic practices. The purpose is for the wines to tell the story of the land, the sense of place.

Black Estate

Blank Canvas

Blank Canvas is the vinous studio of Matt Thomson and Sophie Parker-Thomson MW. This duo find exceptional vineyards throughout New Zealand to make exciting, terroir-driven fine wines. Living a dual hemisphere existence since 1993, their European experience and worldly wine knowledge is unparalleled. Site-driven, perfumed Pinot Noirs are produced from Marlborough and Central Otago, always with the intention of flaunting this variety’s glorious fragrance, savoury intrigue and complexity of tannin thanks to judicious whole-bunch inclusion.

Borthwick Vineyard

Like the four P’s of marketing, we believe in the four P’s of Wine: Place, People, Passion, and Philosophy. Paddy Borthwick. For five generations and over one hundred years the Borthwick family have built a farming, wine and food legacy and now the current generation are continuing to grow that story amongst the vines, the sheep, the cattle and in the winery.

Brancott Estate

Since planting Marlborough’s first Sauvignon Blanc and Pinot Noir in 1975, Brancott Estate has crafted wines that reflect the land and express what nature provides.

We have always had an eye on the future, advocating sustainability across all aspects of the business. As a founding member of SWNZ, Brancott Estate continues to exceed the program’s accreditation requirements.

Burn Cottage

We came about from a passion and love for Pinot Noir and in many ways a bit of fortuitous timing and a gut feeling about the land in Central Otago and we are now one of a family of Pinot Noir producers that have made this rugged and dramatically beautiful region home. Our wine talks of place, climate, geology and most importantly of the people that make the dream possible.

Carrick

At Carrick, we are a family-owned estate dedicated to crafting wines that reflect the essence of our home in Bannockburn, Central Otago. Our wines are made exclusively from hand-picked, organically certified, estate-grown fruit, fermented with 100% indigenous yeast and minimal intervention.

First planted in 1994, Carrick has always been rooted in place. Our name pays homage to the historic gold mining settlement of Carricktown and the majestic Carrick mountain range that defines our landscape.

Our signature Carrick Bend knot, featured on every label, symbolizes the bond that ties it all together – land, grapes, people, history, and wine.

Chard Farm

Chard Farm is a family-owned winery located near Queenstown in Central Otago. Chard Farm is one of the pioneering Central Otago Vineyards, and in 2024 celebrated its 35th vintage. Since the first plantings on the unique home block in 1987, Chard Farm has remained dedicated to crafting the finest Pinot Noir and cool climate white wine through the expression of site specific, and sub-regional wines, from 8 estate owned vineyards.

Clos Ostler

The story of Clos Ostler began in earnest 38 million years ago when geological forces drove an ancient limestone seabed upwards — today this same seabed is home to one of New Zealand’s unique wine-growing climates. At Clos Ostler, our traditional winemaking process reflects an old-world approach of minimal intervention — listening closely to our environment and trusting in the ancient forces at play every harvest — which allows us to reveal complexities from our fruit that are not seen elsewhere in the world.

Having won six consecutive gold awards at the London International Wine Challenge for our Caroline’s Pinot Noir, it appears that the world agrees.

Cloudy Bay Vineyards

Cloudy Bay, founded in 1985 by David Hohnen is often credited with putting New Zealand on the global wine map. David’s vision was to create wines that were expressive of their terroir and to always put quality at the heart of every decision. We feel a great responsibility to guard this legacy, believing that is important to leave some of true value to the next generation – in terms of the wines, the brand, and the land.

Coal Pit

Family owned Coal Pit from Gibbston in Central Otago, is committed to producing world class wines from their BioGro organically certified vineyard and on-site winery. Glacially formed schist based soils on elevated north facing slopes consistently yield well integrated wines of great structure and elegance. Inter-generational sustainability is a driving force for the small team, with recent establishment of a native planting programme, and membership to the Porto Protocol – a global wine community sharing knowledge to bring climate action to life.

Corofin

Corofin is the artisan winemaking project of Mike and Anna Paterson, dialling into the detail of Marlborough through Pinot Noir and Chardonnay. Our intention is to transmit place and season first, over fruit intensity or winemaking ambition. Working with growers who farm with respect for their soils and local environment, is essential in revealing the individuality of each site. ‘For me, Corofin is one of Marlborough’s and New Zealand’s most exciting wine projects.’ – Jamie Goode, Wine Anorak

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Decibel Wines

Decibel owes its existence to the magic of Pinot Noir. Founder Daniel Brennan’s life changed with a sip of Martinborough Pinot Noir at his family bar in Philadelphia, prompting him to abandon life as a rock band manager. Sight unseen he pursued the allure of Pinot to New Zealand and 16 years later it remains a jewel in the Decibel collection. A testament to the unending fascination of the grape and the passion it cements.

Dog Point Vineyard

Dog Point Vineyard is located at the confluence of the Brancott and Omaka Valleys (Southern Valleys) in Marlborough and is one of the oldest privately established vineyards in the region. With a hands-off approach to winemaking, all fruit is from hand-picked, and low cropped vines, producing a bright perfumed, supple expression of pinot noir from clay hill slopes. They hold the largest Biogro certified organic vineyard area in New Zealand. This philosophy is about creating a healthy community and environment whilst preserving the land for future generations. It is people, it is land. He tangata, he whenua.

Domaine Rewa

Domaine Rewa is a small 5.5 hectare, organic, vineyard at the foothills of the Pisa Range. This single vineyard site produces Pinot Noir, Chardonnay, Riesling and Pinot Gris (from amphora.)

Planted over 25 years ago owners, Philippa & Yannick Fourbet, are resolutely committed to their land, the people involved in Domaine Rewa and as such producing some lovely wines.

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Dry River

Nature Knows Different

We’re proud to create wines that signify our relationship with the dirt beneath our feet in Martinborough. With a deep desire to produce wines of the highest calibre, our team celebrates the madness that comes with our meticulous practices. Each vine is looked after as an individual in our world on the Martinborough Terrace. From this attention to detail, we continue learning and producing wines that allow you to taste and feel our experiences in nature.

Escarpment Winery

Big open skies stretch across the Wairarapa, ‘glistening waters’ in te reo Māori, and the ancient alluvial soils run deep beneath the land. There is natural balance here. At Escarpment Winery, our purpose is to translate that balance into wines that reflect these special attributes, this special part of Aotearoa, New Zealand. Over the last 35 years, we have created an expression of Martinborough Pinot Noir, Chardonnay, Pinot Blanc and Pinot Gris. Sculpted by Winemaker Tim Bourne and Viticulturist Rowan Hoskins from fruit entirely originating from Martinborough vineyards on the fabled alluvial gravels.

Fancrest Estate

Fancrest Estate is a tiny 5.5 Ha Pinot Noir-focused vineyard in North Canterbury. Husband and wife team, Ian and Di Holding, for the past 2 decades, have hand-crafted some of the most distinctive wines in the district, classic in structure, but with huge heart and soul. Di’s deep commitment to organic and regenerative farming, as well as some of the best limestone soils in the region, has played a huge part in setting this tiny vineyard apart. Fancrest Estate runs its fold of Highland cattle and a flock of Wiltshire sheep to help in the vineyard and is probably the only vineyard in the world where cattle pre-prune their vines. Certified organic, these wines are produced with ZERO additives.

Felton Road

Felton Road is a small, artisan producer of Pinot Noir, Chardonnay and Riesling. Established in 1991, and investing heavily in meticulous biodynamic viticultural practices (Demeter and BioGro certified), Felton Road has quickly gained a reputation as one of New Zealand’s leading premium wine producers. The four estate vineyards are all located in Central Otago’s Bannockburn sub-region. The winemaking maintains an emphasis on natural winemaking in a gravity flow winery: practices such as whole cluster, wild yeasts, and an absence of fining and filtration are hallmarks of Felton Road’s wines.

Flaxmore Vineyards

Nestled in the Moutere hills near Nelson, our family vineyard is influenced by Tasman Bay to the east, protected by the Kahurangi Ranges to the west, and nourished by the clay-gravel soils below. Historically pastoral land and apple orchards, our handcrafted approach and attention to detail perpetuate more than a century of diligent land care. Beyond the vineyard, we’re enhancing our small valley’s community of hops, cider, gourmet food producers and artists by developing wetlands and planting a diverse habitat.

Folding Hill

Folding Hill is a small family-owned vineyard nestled on a northern terrace of Bendigo Creek, Central Otago. Over 25 years, our family’s love affair with Folding Hill has evolved from captivation with its beauty to a deep appreciation of its potential. Living amongst the vines has helped us truly understand our unique site and provided the perspective to make the best choices for the vineyard. We believe our relentless pursuit of excellence, combined with our traditional winemaking approach, is reflected in every glass of our Pinot Noir.

Folium

Folium Vineyard is a boutique vineyard situated in Brancott Valley, Marlborough. We believe that dry farming enhances the distinct characteristics of each vintage and allows us to showcase the stunning natural environment of Marlborough.

Fromm Winery

FROMM Winery – Organic, Boutique – Truly handcrafted wines

Our philosophy places terroir over technology and grape quality over quantity. We are dedicated to producing intense, concentrated wines. All FROMM wines have an uncompromising emphasis on texture and drinkability. We carefully regulate crop size, follow organic principles and are committed to sustainable viticulture. All FROMM are 100% Biogro certified.

Gibbston Valley Wines

Surrounded by mountains and the Kawarau River, Gibbston Valley is a place of dynamic geological and human activity. Our identity is drawn from our surrounds; we’re an active winery that takes pleasure in looking after people; providing a place to live, revive or visit.

Our wine production extends to 8 vineyards across Central Otago; all spectacular, all BioGro certified organic.

Our purpose is to safeguard and represent these sites, their life, energy, identity, and beauty for our diverse wine community.

Grasshopper Rock

Grasshopper Rock holds an esteemed position among the highest-rated Central Otago Pinot Noirs worldwide and is recognized as an exceptional vineyard site in the region.

This remarkable site consistently produces wines with a pronounced sense of place, regardless of the vintage. Expect an elegant and supple wine, marked by purity and vibrancy, featuring a medley of aromas and flavours such as cherry, brambles, violets, herbs and spice. Balanced acidity and fine, silky tannins provide serious structure, length, and the ability to age gracefully and harmoniously.

Greystone Wines

Our Greystone journey began in 2000 when the Thomas family discovered a remarkable piece of land in the Omihi Hills of New Zealand’s Waipara Valley. The limestone-rich soils, remnants of an ancient seabed, captured our imagination and inspired us to dream big. In 2004, that vision came to life as we planted thirteen vineyard blocks across the Omihi slopes, each vine carefully placed to honor the unique soils and microclimates that define this land.

Now, more than two decades later, we remain committed stewards of this special place. Through regenerative viticulture and certified organic practices, we work in harmony with nature to craft wines that embody the true character of the Omihi Hills. This is our story—a journey we’re proud to share with the world.

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Isabel Estate

Isabel Estate is one of the original Marlborough vineyards. We are part of the fabric that is the heritage of the Marlborough wine region. Our small and dedicated team is 100 per cent focused on single estate with a commitment to sustainable viticulture, we craft wines of precision with unique character, complexity, and elegance.

Judge Rock

Judge Rock’s 25 year old boutique Alexandra certified organic family vineyard produces stunning Pinot Noir, Rosé, Blanc de Noir, Pét-Nat, St Laurent and Port.
Awards, include Cuisine 5 stars, AIR NZ Gold medals and Australian & New Zealand Boutique Wine Show trophies.
A romance not a blockbuster, feminine not masculine, balance not power, family not corporate and love not lust. We are so small we are almost invisible. We are the Higgs Bosun of World Pinot Noir.
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Loveblock Vintners

Organics has always been at the heart of our wine farming practice across the family owned Loveblock Estate Vineyards. Our Someone’s Darling block in Central Otago is no exception, with organic certification due in March 2025. Our belief is that living by this biological system delivers wine with purity and a naked sense of place. In this busy world, the quiet simplicity and care put into our wines becomes increasingly important, from soil to bottle.

Luna Estate

Luna Estate is a small family owned farm producing stellar Pinot Noir from two exceptional vineyard sites. Located in legendary Martinborough, sustainable, regenerative farming is our jam! We strive to create a modern, living, breathing, sustainable wine business with place and people at its heart.

Marisco Vineyards

Owned and operated by the Marris family, Marsico Vineyards is a 3rd generation wine company with their heart and soul firmly planted in the Waihopai Valley of Marlborough.

We believe in building a wine business for the generations to come – and with this comes a respect for the land that nurtures our vines and a sense of place that is reflected in the wine we produce.

Maude Wines

Our namesake 4ha vineyard Mount Maude was established in 1994 in Wanaka. Maude is a family-owned winery, run by winemakers Sarah-Kate and Dan Dineen. The Pinot Noirs from this 30-year-old, dry grown vineyard truly reflect the maturity and unique characteristics of this beautiful site. The Maude range also includes single-vineyard Pinot Noirs from Mohawk Hill (est. 2008) and Poison Creek (est. 2002), along with the Maude Pinot Noir, a blend of these two vineyards.

McArthur Ridge

McArthur Ridge was initially established in 2002 with our first planting of 15 Hectares, this was followed by 72 Hectares in 2003 and a further 73 Hectares in 2004. Our first vintage was produced in 2006, a year before the final 15 Hectares were planted.

The vineyards are sited on an elevated plateau, planted across gentle northern slopes to capture maximum warmth. Set at altitude, the Alexandra basin is probably the southernmost Pinot Noir producing area on the planet; a perfect environment due to its pristine cool climate.

McArthur Ridge wines are made under the expert hand of Chief Winemaker, Matt Connell.
Since arriving, Matt has earned multiple accolades including winning ‘New Zealand Red Wine of Show’ and ‘Pinot Noir Trophy’ at the International Wine Competition London, and most recently the trophy for ‘Best Pinot Noir In The World’ at the Decanter World Wine Awards London, an absolutely stunning achievement!

Millton Vineyards and Winery

The Millton Vineyard is a small family run wine estate practicing regenerative viticulture in the far east of the North Island of New Zealand. Our land is the first in the world to see the light of a new day and is the place where the first Maori and European landed many years ago. We’re not standing on dirt but the rooftop of another kingdom. Our vineyards are dry farmed and certified organic and biodynamic. For over 35 years we have grown Pinot Noir in a small vineyard on slopes overlooking the valley below. Our Pinot Noir is harvested and raised in our own cellars and bottled on the property. These wines are fermented with natural yeasts and bacteria and are unfined and unfiltered.

Moko Hills

The single vineyard wines produced signify a tribute to this diverse environment and the unique mix of flora and fauna that call Moko Hills home.

Moko Hills is embraced by stands of kānuka and kōwhai hugging the outcrops of quartz and schist. Among these iconic trees, a range of native shrubs, mosses and fungal communities intertwine, creating home and refuge for a range of endemic species. Lizards | Mokomoko bathe upon the sun-baked rock, blending into the mossy cover. Pairs of Fantails | Pīwakawaka dance between branches, snapping up the occasional insect.

Monte Christo Winery

Established in 1864, Monte Christo Winery is the birthplace of Central Otago wine.

Our wines are crafted from estate-owned vineyards in the Alexandra Basin, Bannockburn, and Pisa subregions. All 22 hectares are SWNZ certified and on track to achieving full BioGro certification. Through regenerative farming practices and minimal intervention methods in the winery, we produce elegant, refined, and impeccably balanced wines epitomising the terroir of Central Otago.

Nicholas Paris MW (Co-Owner, Managing Director)

Mora Wines

Our most treasured possession in life is time. Mora (Latin) means to take pause or to linger.
A second-generation New Zealand family-owned company, Mora Wines is the latest wine venture for the Skeggs Group, which also produces the internationally successful RUA brand.
With established vineyards in the Pisa and Bannockburn subregions of Central Otago, Mora produces a range of wines including Méthode Traditionnelle sparkling wines and Single Site Pinot Noir, Chardonnay and Sauvignon Blanc.

Mt. Beautiful Wines

Mt. Beautiful wines are not only different from most New Zealand wines by way of their North Canterbury location, but they are also different in style. The wine style captures the essence of New Zealand while embracing a more restrained approach, with harmony and balance.

Nanny Goat Vineyard

Nanny Goat Vineyard is named after the wild goats that roam the mountainous terrain of Central Otago. From our inception and the inaugural release of our Pinot Noir in 2005, Nanny Goat Vineyard has strived to produce wines with elegance, concentration, and balance while allowing each individual parcel of fruit to tell its own unique story. The perfect Pinot Noir is our pursuit of magic.

Nautilus Estate

Our energetic and innovative viticultural and winemaking team takes the approach of blending several different fruit parcels to achieve layers of complexity in the wines, focusing on their texture and mouth-feel. Our state-of-the-art but small-scale winemaking facilities give them the tools to achieve this. Whilst Nautilus wines can easily be enjoyed on their own, we believe they are even better when paired with delicious food and the philosophy of creating food-friendly wines is paramount for winemaker Clive Jones.

Neudorf Vineyards

In the late 70’s Tim and Judy Finn established Neudorf. Tim was looking for North facing, clay soils to put his roots down. The remains of an ancient river system through Moutere provided. 40+ vintages later Neudorf is recognised internationally for elegant, restrained Chardonnay and Pinot of structure and intrigue. Wines that celebrate their “Moutereness.” Today, their blocks are organically certified and the winery is run on solar power. The team is headed up by Todd Stevens (winemaker/GM), Rosie Finn (Tim & Jude’s daughter & Neudorf’s global cheerleader) & Stef Brockley (organic viticulturist). Cheers to the next 40+!

Novum

Novum has a great affection for Pinot Noir. It’s a variety that excites us with its potential but keeps us humble too.
Our highly personal small batch approach allows us to be focused on detail. From the outset we have sought the ‘sweet spots’ in our exceptional vineyards – the sites within sites – that season after season produce grapes with purity and balance. This ability to source the finest fruit allows us to capture and reflect a deeper expression of Marlborough Pinot Noir and Chardonnay.

Oraterra

Founded by the former Dry River team and led by chief winemaker Wilco Lam, Oraterra envisions becoming a new firm favourite among wine enthusiasts.

Oraterra’s founding team shares deep roots in Martinborough’s wine community. After Dry River’s sale in 2022, the entire six-member crew united to start their own venture. Acquiring the historic On Giants’ Shoulders vineyard (now the McCreanor Block), they expanded with carefully selected plots around the Martinborough Terrace to bring a fresh perspective to the region’s winemaking.

Oraterra’s vineyards are situated on and around the Martinborough Terrace. All vineyards are managed organically with biodynamic treatments, and the wines are made as extensions of the same ideas and principles: health, connection and openness.

“Our approach is about embracing the chaos and life that make wine interesting,” says Lam. “We don’t tame things too much. We want our wines to have a sense of wonder, soul, and energy.”

Produced by hand in very small quantities, Oraterra wines include Chardonnay, Pinot Gris and–of course–Pinot Noir. Their wines are sold primarily on allocation to members of its wine club, The Fold.

Palliser Estate

Pegasus Bay

Peregrine Wines

Passionate wine producers and estate owners, the McLachlan family have a philosophy of producing wine that is truly representative of the Central Otago region, drawing quality fruit from their organic sites in the Bendigo, Pisa and Gibbston sub regions. Peregrine Wines are committed to enhancing the environment with both their organically certified estates and winery and their ‘hands on’ involvement in the conservation of several of New Zealand’s endangered native birds.

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Pyramid Valley

The Pinot of Pyramid Valley was born in the dramatic soils and slopes of our Waikari farm in North Canterbury, a unique site where rich, rocky, limestone and clay soils sit on high-altitude north and east facing slopes. Since their release in 2006 they have created a new dimension for fine New Zealand wine, illustrating the incredible impact of this remarkable vineyard. Together, with our Pyramid Valley Mānatu farm in Lowburn, Central Otago, Pyramid Valley produces wines that truly breathe of their place and are revered the world over.

Quartz Reef Wines

Quartz Reef Wines embodies the essence of Central Otago’s Bendigo Estate, where biodynamic practices and the region’s distinctive quartz-rich soils come together to create wines that are deeply connected to their place of origin. Guided by winemaker Rudi Bauer, the vineyard embraces sustainability, allowing the terroir to shine through in every bottle. Each wine captures the vibrant character and authenticity of this rugged landscape, delivering a true taste of Central Otago that we’re proud to share​.

Rippon

Rippon is a unique parcel of land on the shores of Lake Wānaka, farmed by the Mills family across generations for over 100 years. As pioneers in the Central Otago wine industry, most of Rippon’s plantings are mature, own-rooted vines, cultivated biodynamically (Biogro and Demeter certified) and without irrigation. From soil to bottle, Rippon’s focus is on allowing this singular and extraordinary land to express itself to its full potential.

Rock Ferry

Established in 2005, Rock Ferry Wines combines innovative new-world winemaking techniques with traditional organic farming practices. We cultivate Pinot Noir across our organically certified estates in Marlborough, each featuring unique soil profiles and microclimates. Guided by extensive expertise, our passionate team delivers exceptional wine, food, and hospitality, embodying the core values of our family-owned business.

Rockburn

In 1991, esteemed Dunedin Heart Surgeon Dick Bunton planted a modest 3Ha Pinot Noir hobby block at Lake Hayes near Arrowtown, driven by his passion for Burgundy and the belief in Central Otago’s potential for world-class Pinot Noir. Over the ensuing three decades, Rockburn expanded with an additional 40ha of estate vineyards in Gibbston and Pisa/Lowburn sub-regions. The winery, situated in the Cromwell foothills, is where Winemaker Malcolm Rees-Francis meticulously crafts wines that embody a pure expression of Central Otago. Rockburn’s journey reflects a commitment to quality and the region’s emergence onto the global wine stage.

Saint Clair Family Estate

Schubert

After graduating from the German Viticulture and Oenology University Geisenheim Kai Schubert and Marion Deimling travelled the world in search of the perfect terroir and conditions for viticulture, especially their favourite variety – Pinot Noir. Their quest took them to the wine regions of France, Germany, Oregon, California, South America and Australia and ended in Martinborough in the beautiful Wairarapa Valley.

Here they found the perfect climate and conditions for producing low yields and excellent quality grapes. Since 1998 Schubert Wines have been growing and producing wines with intense and complex character that are now nationally and internationally award winning. Schubert Wines are currently exported to more than 40 international markets.

Spurlock Vineyards

Spurlock Vineyards undoubtedly is one of the smallest producers of Pinot Noir in Aotearoa New Zealand, but our commitment to producing the best is unparalleled.

In the vineyard, our grapes are certified organic and free from herbicides and pesticides that harm the environment. The low-yielding crop is then hand-harvested at optimal levels of ripeness and acidity. In the winery, our philosophy is low-intervention wine making, plenty of time in quality French oak barrels, and no fining or filtering. The result is a pure Pinot Noir that embodies kaitiakitanga and our love for this “little tucked away corner of the world.”

Spy Valley Wines

Discover award-winning, sustainable crafted wines from Marlborough, New Zealand. Nestled in a pristine wine region, Spy Valley Wines cultivates 33 hectares of low-yield pinot noir vineyards. This unique terroir is shared with a satellite communication station, but unlike the world of espionage, Spy Valley Wines has demanded global attention, where the wine has been called impossible to ignore. #seekspy

Stoneleigh

Stoneleigh vineyard is home to a small wonder of nature. Planted on what was once riverbed, Stoneleigh takes its name and its distinctive character from the stones that cover our vineyard; a wine style that is fresh, crisp and vibrant with a brightness of fruit expression.

Started by nature and finished by the talents of our winemaker, our philosophy of minimal intervention in the winery ensures nature’s influence shines through in each and every bottle.

Genuinely caring about our local environment, we have regenerated the Kaituna wetlands in Marlborough, clearing away introduced species and replacing them with native wetland flora to create a thriving habitat.

Te Kano Estate

Like all who come here, the Lloyd Family fell in love with the other-worldly beauty of Central Otago – the land and the lifestyle. Our name, Te Kano is Māori for seed. It reflects our commitment to the rejuvenation of the land we call home. Our wines are a sensory experience that could come from nowhere else. Te Kano Estates vineyards are all located around the Cromwell basin in the heart of Central Otago. All under the careful management of Viticulturist Mark Naismith, with Dave Sutton using his Winemaking expertise to craft the wine, reflecting the unique terroir of the region.

Te Whare Ra Wines

Te Whare Rā (est 1979) is the oldest small winery in Marlborough and home to the oldest vines in the region. Owned & operated by The Flowerday Family for the last 20 years and fully certified organic since 2007.

Winemakers/Winegrowers – Anna & Jason Flowerday
Anna is an Aussie from McLaren Vale and Jason is a kiwi from Marlborough.

They are both passionate advocates of organic & biodynamic farming and Pinot Noir obsessives. Our main TWR blend is made from selected Southern Valleys sites and their winery home block – plus some outstanding single vineyard releases from Te Whare Ra & the Clayvin vineyard.

Terra Sancta

At Terra Sancta, ‘sacred land’ is not just a name—it’s our guiding philosophy. Nestled in Bannockburn, home to the oldest vines in our revered sub-region, our certified organic estate reflects a profound connection to place. Through regenerative farming practices (including Baby Doll sheep), minimal intervention, and a commitment to crafting wines from vine to bottle at our Felton Road site, we honour the land’s past while shaping its future. Our Pinot Noir tells a story of terroir and time, weaving Bannockburn’s heritage with innovation. Every bottle embodies a reverence for this special place, creating wines as distinctive as the land itself. Experience the sacred. Taste Terra Sancta.

The Boneline

Our vines are old souls in the new world – planted in 1990 now bringing lovely deep rooted elements to our wine. We make new things happen along these ancient river terraces of layer-cake stratas, each being a moment in the successive inundation and uplifting of this spectacular landscape. Niche sites of varying microclimates enable a range of varietals to ripen – Pinot Noir is expressive and 67.

The Crater Rim

The Crater Rim Ltd is a family-owned boutique winemaking company situated in the rolling hills of Waipara, in the South Island of New Zealand. They grow, make and market limited quantities of terroir-specific wines produced from their own two vineyards in Waipara, and Omihi and contracted sites in Central Otago and Banks Peninsula. These have been carefully selected for their particular mix of varietal, topography, soil and microclimate – creating high quality, site-specific wines of individual character and drinkability, styled on the negociant houses of Burgundy and the Rhone Valley in France. There, the careful selection of small parcels of estate and non-estate fruit for winemaking is a long held tradition. They manage their own vineyards and work closely with each grower to ensure that vines are cropped low and managed sustainably, guaranteeing the best quality fruit possible from each vineyard site.

The Wrekin

The family operated vineyard and gravity winery are nestled in Marlborough’s Southern Valleys. Both are Biogro certified. Our vineyards are managed biodynamically. Every effort is made to respect terroir. The 3 level winery handles small parcels of hand harvested grapes with hand sorting, slow destemming and a modern basket press. Pinot Noir is cellared for a minimum of 5 years. Our dedicated team is led by Jeremy Hyland, vigneron, and Hätsch Kalberer, winemaker.

Two Paddocks

In the Fine Wine & Cheering Up Business Since 1993. Established by itinerant actor Sam Neill, initially the sole aim was to share ethereal Pinot Noir moments with family. Now, Sam‘s Crew farm certified organic vineyards in three Central Otago regions – Gibbston, Bannockburn and Alexandra. Two Paddocks Pinot Noir is a savoury, spicy, textural estate grown barrel selection from older blocks. Tiny volumes of single vineyard wines, The Proprietor’s Reserves, are also produced.

Valli Wines

Pioneer winemaker Grant Taylor founded VALLI in 1998 with a desire to celebrate the uniqueness of each Otago subregion through the voice of his wines. While our VALLI ‘family’ has grown over the years, we share the collective goal of crafting wines with integrity, complexity, and most important of all, a sense of place.   Our desire is to capture moments in time – derived from nature, guided by human intuition and personified in the glass.

Villa Maria

Founded in 1961 from humble beginnings, Villa Maria is a story of pioneering spirit and a desire to champion the best of New Zealand wine. Our portfolio of highly awarded wines is the most stylistically and regionally diverse in New Zealand, setting us apart and consistently delivering a rewarding wine experience. As the leading winemakers in Marlborough with an unwavering focus on quality and sustainability, Villa Maria wines are distinctive, vibrant, and most importantly, delicious.

Wild Irishman Wines

Limited edition wines that reflect the diversity of Central Otago’s climate and soils – that’s been the Wild Irishman mission since 2006. Now based in the Alexandra Basin with a new winery, the company produces six single vineyard Pinot Noir wines from Gibbston, Bannockburn and Alexandra. Sensitive viticulture, low yields and a light handed approach in the winery with minimal if any punch downs, gives full rein to Pinot Noir’s unique ability to convey a sense of place. Wild Irishman Wines Ltd is a partnership between Central Otago pioneer Alan Brady (Gibbston Valley and Mount Edward), and compatriot Northern Irishman and winemaker Brian Shaw.

Wooing Tree Vineyard