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 GrisA 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 RieslingA 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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2022 McArthur Ridge Brassknocker Pinot NoirA great discount on this trophy winner! Only $20 something for the "Best NZ Pinot Noir" at the prestigous IWC 2024 (beating out such wines as Coal pit, Valli, Rockburn etc). The popular ... read more$21.99 in mixed 6+ or $24.99 per bottle
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2023 Terra Sancta Pinot RoseA 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 GrisA 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 GrisThe 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 GrisA 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 NoirThis 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 NoirA 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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2022 Matt Connell Lowburn Pinot GrisThe delicious expression of Central Otago Pinot Gris from one of the region's experts. Matt Connell sources this wine from a superb single vineyard in Lowburn, where the slow-ripening conditions ... read more$30.99 in mixed 6+ or $34.99 per bottle
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