Central Otago Pinot Noir Winery Tour
Queenstown, New Zealand
About This Activity
Central Otago produces some of the world's most acclaimed Pinot Noir, grown at the world's most southerly wine latitude in a dramatic high-altitude schist landscape. Gibbston Valley (25 minutes from Queenstown) is the closest sub-region, home to Peregrine Wines (the falcon-shaped winery is architecturally stunning) and Gibbston Valley Winery with its cave cellar carved into schist. Guided half-day tours from Queenstown start from NZ$199 per adult, including transport and all tastings; full-day tours including lunch from NZ$239. Pinot Gris and Riesling are also outstanding from this region. Book ahead for summer.
Seasonal note: Harvest season (Feb–Apr) is the most atmospheric time to visit; wine tours run year-round
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