Otago

Otago

Vying with Patagonia for the distinction of having the most southerly vineyards on Earth, Otago is now handsomely rewarding the pioneers who first planted it.

Its Pinot Noir, produced in the face of considerable adversity, is widely recognised as a truly marvellous expression of that delicate grape. It is joined by a number of white vines that have also made the bottom of New Zealand a very happy home.

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    The growing popularity of Pinot Gris in New Zealand is justified by this delicious off-dry wine. There is an abundance of stone fruit on the nose and ... Read More
    • Origin
    • New Zealand
    • Otago
    The growing popularity of Pinot Gris in New Zealand is justified by this delicious off-dry wine. There is an abundance of stone fruit on the nose and ... Read More
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    • Otago
    Dry in style, and pale straw with lemon hues in colour. The nose has fragrant aromas of apricot, melon, grapefruit, marzipan, honey, caramel and frees... Read More
    • Origin
    • New Zealand
    • Otago
    Dry in style, and pale straw with lemon hues in colour. The nose has fragrant aromas of apricot, melon, grapefruit, marzipan, honey, caramel and frees... Read More
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    • Otago
    Aromas of lemons and limes are also present on a very elegant palate that has some peach, apricot and hints of honey. The wine's dry character brings ... Read More
    • Origin
    • New Zealand
    • Otago
    Aromas of lemons and limes are also present on a very elegant palate that has some peach, apricot and hints of honey. The wine's dry character brings ... Read More
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    Mouthwatering tropical fruit aromas with a hint of sweet passion fruit. On the palate this wine shows delicious, zesty fruit with a touch of lime on t... Read More
    • Origin
    • New Zealand
    • Otago
    Mouthwatering tropical fruit aromas with a hint of sweet passion fruit. On the palate this wine shows delicious, zesty fruit with a touch of lime on t... Read More
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    With dark purple hues, this wine is wonderfully complex. Aromas of dark cherry and spice, with hints of violet, are offset by the flavours of richly d... Read More
    • Origin
    • New Zealand
    • Otago
    With dark purple hues, this wine is wonderfully complex. Aromas of dark cherry and spice, with hints of violet, are offset by the flavours of richly d... Read More
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Climate and Conditions

The vineyards of Otago require very careful siting. Sheltering to the east of the Southern Alps, they cling to hillsides where frost is at a minimum and sunshine at a maximum.  Autumns that are dry and bright allow for the intense fruit flavours to manifest in the wines.  The high production costs in such an environment are naturally passed on to the drinker, but this is matched by the very high quality.

Vines and Styles

Pinot Noir is the star. It can rival top Burgundies for quality and does so with a distinctive, delicate style of its own. Chardonnay, Gewürtztraminer, Pinot Gris and Riesling all produce wines that are fresh and elegant.

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