Central Otago
Central Otago is a wine region located in the southern part of New Zealand's South Island, known for producing exceptional wines, particularly Pinot Noir. The region's unique climate and soil conditions provide ideal growing conditions for a variety of grape varieties, and it has gained a reputation as one of the world's top Pinot Noir producing regions.
One of the most famous vineyards in Central Otago is the Felton Road Winery, known for producing some of the region's finest Pinot Noir wines. The estate is also known for its Chardonnay and Riesling wines and is dedicated to organic and biodynamic farming practices.
Another well-known vineyard in Central Otago is the Gibbston Valley Winery, located in the heart of the region. The estate produces a range of high-quality wines, including Pinot Noir, Chardonnay, and Sauvignon Blanc, and is known for its focus on sustainable and organic winemaking practices.
The Mount Difficulty Winery is another famous vineyard in Central Otago, known for its range of award-winning Pinot Noir wines. The estate is dedicated to sustainable farming practices and is committed to producing wines that reflect the unique terroir of the region.
In addition to these famous vineyards, Central Otago is home to many other wineries that produce exceptional wines. The region is particularly known for its Pinot Noir wines, which are characterized by their elegance, complexity, and depth of flavour.
Central Otago
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Central Otago | 2 | - |
Inc. TAX
€658.38 |
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The Akitu Pinot Noir Blanc 2020 is a creation of exceptional brilliance from the famed wine region of Central Otago, New Zealand. Showcasing an expressive blend of high-altitude harvested Pinot Noir, Akitu meticulously ferments it as a white wine. Crafted by winemaker PJ Charteris, the grapes are hand-picked ensuring only the finest are selected. Minimal intervention natural yeast fermentation imbues a subtle complexity, enhancing the character of its premium fruit expression. Proudly hailing from Akitu's unique vineyard location, encircled by jagged mountain ranges, the mineral-rich soils and delicate microclimate contribute to its notable distinctiveness. Imparting a surprising depth for a white wine, this 'blanc de noir’ resonates with fresh red fruit nuances, gentle florals and a touch of spice. The Akitu Pinot Noir Blanc 2020 strikes a delightful balance, delicate and bold with a captivating, long, dry finish. A testament to Akitu's passion for transcending boundaries, it obtains global recognition for its innovative strain on classic vinification. |
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Central Otago | 1 | 97 (VN) |
Inc. TAX
€364.07 |
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Vinous (97)The 2020 Pinot Noir Burn Cottage Vineyard is not a wine that I want to deconstruct into its components as it exemplifies balance, harmony and completeness, and I want to drink a lot of it. It is a wine that is the sum of its parts rather than its individual elements. It is young and can be approached now, but deserves bottle aging. It is full-bodied and suave but being from Central Otago - at the bottom of the earth next stop penguins - it has a sense of coolness and freshness, enlivening its entirety and retaining a sense of melodic direction among the mellow bass sections. There's a very small percentage of whole clusters (7%) that combine with the natural garrigue notes of Central Otago Pinot to provide herbal lift alongside pure cherry fruit and carefully judged oak. |
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Central Otago | 1 | 92 (VN) |
Inc. TAX
€663.18 |
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Vinous (92)The 2020 Pinot Noir Bannockburn is welcoming as well as rich, savory and sinewy, delivering a plump cloud of both lifted and brooding fruit: a portion of whole-cluster fermentation has brought herbal and violet high notes alongside red and black cherry. There's excellent concentration despite this being the entry to the Felton Pinot range, and fine, lightly furry tannins on the medium-long finish. This could be approached now, but it’s better to wait a couple of years to let the components settle. |
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Central Otago | 1 | 96 (WO) |
Inc. TAX
€300.78 |
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Wine Orbit (96)Gorgeously fruited and splendidly styled, showing sweet plum, thyme, roasted nut and warm mushroom aromas, the wine exhibits awesome concentration and richness, while remaining elegant and refined. Plush and persistent with fine grainy tannins, finishing superbly long and satisfying. Certified organic. At its best: now to 2032. |
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Central Otago | 2 | - |
In Bond
€530.00 |
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The Akitu Pinot Noir Blanc 2020 is a creation of exceptional brilliance from the famed wine region of Central Otago, New Zealand. Showcasing an expressive blend of high-altitude harvested Pinot Noir, Akitu meticulously ferments it as a white wine. Crafted by winemaker PJ Charteris, the grapes are hand-picked ensuring only the finest are selected. Minimal intervention natural yeast fermentation imbues a subtle complexity, enhancing the character of its premium fruit expression. Proudly hailing from Akitu's unique vineyard location, encircled by jagged mountain ranges, the mineral-rich soils and delicate microclimate contribute to its notable distinctiveness. Imparting a surprising depth for a white wine, this 'blanc de noir’ resonates with fresh red fruit nuances, gentle florals and a touch of spice. The Akitu Pinot Noir Blanc 2020 strikes a delightful balance, delicate and bold with a captivating, long, dry finish. A testament to Akitu's passion for transcending boundaries, it obtains global recognition for its innovative strain on classic vinification. |
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Central Otago | 1 | 97 (VN) |
In Bond
€281.00 |
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Vinous (97)The 2020 Pinot Noir Burn Cottage Vineyard is not a wine that I want to deconstruct into its components as it exemplifies balance, harmony and completeness, and I want to drink a lot of it. It is a wine that is the sum of its parts rather than its individual elements. It is young and can be approached now, but deserves bottle aging. It is full-bodied and suave but being from Central Otago - at the bottom of the earth next stop penguins - it has a sense of coolness and freshness, enlivening its entirety and retaining a sense of melodic direction among the mellow bass sections. There's a very small percentage of whole clusters (7%) that combine with the natural garrigue notes of Central Otago Pinot to provide herbal lift alongside pure cherry fruit and carefully judged oak. |
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Central Otago | 1 | 92 (VN) |
In Bond
€534.00 |
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Vinous (92)The 2020 Pinot Noir Bannockburn is welcoming as well as rich, savory and sinewy, delivering a plump cloud of both lifted and brooding fruit: a portion of whole-cluster fermentation has brought herbal and violet high notes alongside red and black cherry. There's excellent concentration despite this being the entry to the Felton Pinot range, and fine, lightly furry tannins on the medium-long finish. This could be approached now, but it’s better to wait a couple of years to let the components settle. |
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Central Otago | 1 | 96 (WO) |
In Bond
€232.00 |
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Wine Orbit (96)Gorgeously fruited and splendidly styled, showing sweet plum, thyme, roasted nut and warm mushroom aromas, the wine exhibits awesome concentration and richness, while remaining elegant and refined. Plush and persistent with fine grainy tannins, finishing superbly long and satisfying. Certified organic. At its best: now to 2032. |