When we opened The Winery in central Queenstown in May 2005 we were one of the world's first and largest wine tasting experiences. With a focus on bringing the best of New Zealand wine to one location, The Winery's reputation grew and in 2019 we were recognised by TripAdvisor in the World's Top 10 wine experiences People's Choice Awards.
In February 2020 The Winery opened a second store in Arrowtown, taking the experience to the next level with more whisky and gin tastings, our famous cheeseboards with a new tapas menu and a decor designed for the relaxation and comfort of our customers. Do come and visit us and check out our website at The Winery
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RegisterChardonnay, whole bunch pressed straight to barrel with no added enzymes, SO2 or yeasts.
Wild natural fermentation, followed by 100% Malolactic fermentation. SO2 added post fermentation. Lees stirred at the on-set of malolactic fermentation and left to settle for 9 months in a 500 litre puncheon of medium long toast.
Assembled and racked to tank for settling, where it naturally settled for 2 months to allow bottling unfiltered.
"Tasted over two days this wine is a gem with aromas and flavours of pomaceous fruits and pineapple, the vineyard source reveals a fine line of mineral and salinity with a leesy frame and plenty of acidity for bite and freshness. A satin, almost silky touch with distinctive phenolics and power, little to no oak. Best drinking from day of purchase through 2029." 92/100 Points, Cameron Douglas MS, October 2025