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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2021 Ophir Bridge Central Otago Pinot NoirRichard CaroThis brilliant highly accomplished Central Pinot Noir! Ophir Bridge is a cleanskin label made available by a cancelled export order. Under its original label, this same seriously concentrated ... read more$23.99 in mixed 6+ or $26.99 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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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 Lamont Central Otago Pinot GrisCameron Douglas MSA beautifully dry and refreshing Pinot Gris from a classy Central Otago producer. Winemaker Craig Gasson has a seriously deft touch, and this stylish Pinot Gris is a classy example. This ... 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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2018 Domaine Rewa Pinot NoirRaymond ChanA cancelled Australian export order has brought you a huge huge discount on this elegant organic Central Otago Pinot! (19/20 from Raymond Chan Reviews) Domaine Rewa are a small family-run estate ... read more$29.99 in mixed 6+ or $33.99 per bottle
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