Central Otago
Central Otago differs from every other New Zealand wine region and is closest to what France’s Burgundy has - a continental climate. Up in the Southern Alps maritime influence is minimal but sunlight is maximal - intense sun and heat benefit from the handbrake of very cool nights, so the acids stay alive and vibrant while the sugars ripen quickly in this short, very Southerly summer. Although Central doesn’t have much limestone the alpine soil is still stony and mineral rich, lending itself to the famous local Pinot Noir and stylish Chardonnay as well as Riesling, aromatics and superb but widely underrated minerally Sauvignon Blanc.
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2023 Mt Difficulty Bannockburn Pinot GrisRichard CaroA beautifully dryish and rich Pinot Gris from Central Otago that is full of flavour and texture. Rich, succulent and ripe yellow peach and nectarine on the nose overlaid with citrus and jasmine ... read more$21.99 in mixed 6+ or $24.99 per bottle
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2023 Mt Difficulty Bannockburn Dry RieslingThe Real ReviewA discount on this dry and elegant Riesling from Mt Difficulty in Bannockburn. With mineral freshness underlying defined citrus, stone fruit, and florals, the Bannockburn Dry captures everything ... read more$21.99 in mixed 6+ or $24.99 per bottle
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2021 Shaky Bridge Pioneer Central Otago Pinot NoirSam KimGold at the NZIWS and 5 Stars Wine Orbit Magazine. A gorgeous Pinot for a very reasonable price! This serious Central Otago red offers a mouthfilling palate of darkish fruits and exotic spice. ... read moreElsewhere up to $30.99 Save $6.00 $24.99 in mixed 6+ or $27.99 per bottle
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2022 Terra Sancta Mysterious Diggings Pinot NoirJames SucklingA great price on this "wonderful" Central Pinot that the International Wine Writer James Suckling calls a "triumph" scoring it an incredible 98/100. Terra Sancta quality players and owners of ... read more$25.99 in mixed 6+ or $28.99 per bottle
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2023 Terra Sancta Pinot RoseRichard CaroA beautiful Rose from a quality Central Otago producer. Terra Sancta own Central's oldest Pinot Vineyard, and use this boutique know-how to make a gently red-fruited and spicy Rose with a ... read more$26.99 in mixed 6+ or $29.99 per bottle
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2020 Carrick Bannockburn Pinot GrisCameron Douglas MSThe Carrick Bannockburn is organically grown and lovingly made, with crisp tree fruits and mineral themes delivered in a palate that is weighty and not overly sweet to the taste. Harmonious and ... read more$26.99 in mixed 6+ or $29.99 per bottle
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2023 Chard Farm Central Otago Pinot GrisRichard CaroA classy Pinot Gris from some of the oldest hands in Central Otago, Chard Farm. This great example of the style is dry and elegant while also being rich in texture and packed with fruit detail. ... read more$26.99 in mixed 6+ or $29.99 per bottle
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2020 Wooing Tree Beetlejuice Central Otago Pinot NoirRichard CaroThis highly regarded second label from Wooing Tree gives many $40 Pinots a run for their money. Full of the sun-baked brightness and perfume that Central does so well with a silky, juicy palate ... read more$27.99 in mixed 6+ or $31.99 per bottle
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2023 Wooing Tree Blondie Blanc de NoirRaymond ChanA word-of-mouth classic, the 'Blondie' is like a Rose but lighter. With a slight blush of colour, this is one of the country's few Vin Gris or Blanc de Noir, which means an almost white style ... read more$29.99 in mixed 6+ or $33.99 per bottle
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2021 Neck of the Woods Central Otago Pinot NoirSam KimA nice special on this great new Pinot Noir that is getting serious plaudits. This new vintage release maybe the best yet. Neck of the Woods’ is the wine brand of AJ Johnson, a television ... read more$29.99 in mixed 6+ or $33.99 per bottle
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