Otago Wine Region

 

Otago, South Island, New Zealand as a Wine Region


- Other New Zealand
A few other New Zealand areas include the region of Auckland, high up on the North Island, Nelson, sitting to the west of Marlborough, and Canterbury, just under Waipara on the South Island. Most wines in New Zealand will come from a designated area and say so on the label. Notable Facts Auckland was one of the first wine growing regions of the country, but now produces very little of New Zealand's wine. It's pretty wet up there so vineyards are planted in the driest spots possible – reds are most popular here. Nelson is the only region along the west coast of the country, producing Sauvignon Blanc, Chardonnay and Pinot Noir. Canterbury's chilly climate is best suited for Chardonnay and Pinot Noir.

New Zealand as a Wine Country

Capital: Wellington
Currency: New Zealand Dollar




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The country of New Zealand is about 1000 miles from the coast of Australia. It consists of two long islands, end to end, that are approximately the same length as California. Most of the country's climate is maritime due to the abundant coastline. The northern island is more wet and cool while the southern island is warmer and dryer. The most popular grapes of New Zealand are Sauvignon Blanc (made most famous by the bright, crisp wines coming out of Marlborough), Chardonnay and the ever-growing Pinot Noir.



Wineries in Otago

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Akarua

Winery in Otago, South Island, New Zealand

Amisfield

Winery in Otago, South Island, New Zealand

Ridge

Winery in Otago, South Island, New Zealand

Carrick Wines

Winery in Otago, South Island, New Zealand

Felton Road Wines

Winery in Otago, South Island, New Zealand

Mount Difficulty

Winery in Otago, South Island, New Zealand

Peregrine Wines

Winery in Otago, South Island, New Zealand

Forrest Estate

Winery in Otago, South Island, New Zealand

Wines from Otago Region

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2006 The Doctor's Riesling, Forrest Estate,

John and Brigid Forrest have been quietly making themselves into the foremost private esta..
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9.00
2007 Pinot Gris, Forrest Estate, Marlborough

John and Brigid Forrest have been quietly making themselves into the foremost private esta..
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9.00
2005 Chardonnay, Forrest Estate Marlborough

John and Brigid Forrest have been quietly making themselves into the foremost private esta..
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10.00
2007 Pinot Noir, Tattybogler, Bannockburn Creek Vineyards,

Leaving behind careers in medicine and molecular biology, Doctors John and Brigid Forrest ..
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15.00
2007 Pinot Gris 'The Tattybogler' Central Otago

Leaving behind careers in medicine and molecular biology, Doctors John and Brigid Forrest ..
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15.00
2008 Pinot Gris 'TheTattybogler' Central Otago

Leaving behind careers in medicine and molecular biology, Doctors John and Brigid Forrest ..
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15.00
Quartz Reef Pinot Noir 2006 Central Otago

Central Otago is New Zealand's youngest and most dynamic wine region as this example from ..
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13.99
Roaring Meg Pinot Noir 2007 Mount Difficulty, Central Otago

Mount Difficulty is a boutique winery located in Bannockburn in Central Otago. The Bannock..
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14.99
Nanny Goat Pinot Noir 2006, Central Otago

Style: Dry and full bodied Grape variety: Pinot Noir Country of origin: New Zealand Closur..
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86.00
Majestic Peaks Pinot Noir 2008, Central Otago

This wine is made exclusively for Majestic, hence the name! This first release of Majestic..
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9.99
2008 Pinot Noir, Felton Road, Central Otago

Felton Road wines is located in Bannockburn, Central Otago in New Zealand, the most southe..
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32.50
MUD HOUSE

Colour: Deep Plum Red. Nose: A lifted nose of dark cherry, raspberry and mocha with hints..
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15.79
MUD HOUSE

At the Mud House, they craft wines using a combination of technology and traditional winem..
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15.29
Drystone Pinot Noir 2006, Berridge Vineyard Estates, Central Otago

Increasingly applauded for producing excellent wines, Central Otago is considered by many ..
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9.99
Mount Difficulty Pinot Gris 2008/2009, Central Otago

With a climate similar to some of the wine regions of northern Europe, it's no surprise th..
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13.99
2006 The Doctor's Riesling, Forrest Estate,

John and Brigid Forrest have been quietly making themselves into the foremost private esta..
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9.99
2007 Pinot Gris, Forrest Estate, Marlborough

John and Brigid Forrest have been quietly making themselves into the foremost private esta..
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9.99
2007 Pinot Noir, Tattybogler, Bannockburn Creek Vineyards, Forrest Estate

Leaving behind careers in medicine and molecular biology, Doctors John and Brigid Forrest ..
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14.99
2005 Chardonnay, Forrest Estate Marlborough

John and Brigid Forrest have been quietly making themselves into the foremost private esta..
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9.99
2007 Pinot Gris 'The Tattybogler' Central Otago

Leaving behind careers in medicine and molecular biology, Doctors John and Brigid Forrest ..
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9.99


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