Waitaki Valley: Visit the Highest Wine Region in NZ
November 25, 2019
A petite region lying partly in North Otago & Canterbury, Waitaki Valley is located on the east coast (South Island). The word Waitaki can be translated as ‘the water of Mount Cook’, named after the highest point of the Alps, reinstating the fact that the valley surrounds the area along the Waitaki River from the Southern Alps to the Pacific Ocean.
Things to do
-
Known for its historic landmarks (located in the Oamaru township) and picturesque views, the Waitaki wine region saw the plantation of the first vineyard in the year 2001.
-
Explore the 19th-century architecture while walking down the streets.
-
It is home to award-winning boutique vineyards, and around 12 labels producing amazing Waitaki wines.
-
Ladybird Hill is another famous tourist destination here, offering amazing dining experiences. Catch your own salmon and relish its flavours with wines from a winery located at the highest point in NZ.
-
A foodie’s paradise binge on the amazing seafood sourced from the fishing village of Moeraki.
-
Visit the Oamaru Penguin colony at dusk and watch the penguins coming ashore a soul-satisfying experience awaits!
A Walk Through the Vineyards
|
The Climate |
The Soil |
|
Waitaki Valley is characterised by cool climate. The summers are warm and long. During autumn it experiences a dry climate. The north-facing vineyards are densely planted with low-yielding vines to attain concentrated fruit for wines. |
The land comprises of unique limestone soil (From the ancient sea that once covered the region). The top layer comprises of alluvial and free-draining soil providing ideal conditions for winemaking. |
Must-try Wines
Waitaki Valley is a cool-climate wine region that has over a period gained a reputation for producing exceptional Pinot Noir wines that are elegant and restrained. The majority of vines planted here are low-yielding, thus resulting in intensely flavoured fruit a signature characteristic of Waitaki wines. Followed by Pinot Noir, some other widely-harvested grape varieties are Pinot Gris, Riesling and Chardonnay.
Additional Read;
6 years ago
Recent Post
Our Products
You May Also Like:
-
Selling Crazy Fast!
Hardys Stamp Australia Cabernet Merlot 2023
Per bottle$18.00$6.99Pack of 12$216.00$83.88Original priceOriginal price Original priceOriginal pricePrice $6.99Winery Overview Hardys is one of Australia’s oldest and most established wine producers, founded in 1853 by Thomas Hardy. The Stamp range reflects ...
View full details -
Cleanskin Adelaide Hills Shiraz 2017
Per bottle$25.00$8.80Pack of 12$300.00$105.60Free ShippingOriginal priceOriginal price Original priceOriginal pricePrice $8.80Winery Overview Nova Vita Wines is a family-run producer based in the Adelaide Hills, founded by Mark and Joanne Kozned in 2000 as a way to pursue ...
View full details -
Driftwood Estate Margaret River Cabernet Merlot 2023
Per bottle$25.00$12.00Pack of 12$300.00$144.00Free ShippingOriginal priceOriginal price Original priceOriginal pricePrice $12.00Winery Background Driftwood Estate is a boutique winery situated in the Wilyabrup sub-region of the Margaret River wine region of Western Australia...
View full details -
100 Million % South Australia Cabernet Sauvignon 2021
Per bottle$20.00$9.00Pack of 12$240.00$108.00Free ShippingOriginal priceOriginal price Original priceOriginal pricePrice $9.00Exclusive to Just Wines, the 100 Million % South Australia Cabernet Sauvignon 2021 is a stunning expression of South Australia’s rich winemaking he...
View full detailsRRPOriginal price $20.00PriceCurrent price $9.0055% -
Pettavel Estate Yarra Valley Merlot Cabernet 2019
Per bottle$25.00$13.00Pack of 12$300.00$156.00Free ShippingOriginal priceOriginal price Original priceOriginal pricePrice $13.00TASTING NOTES : This Merlot Cabernet is a typical red blend that brings forth the best characteristics of the varietals used to craft it. As a me...
View full detailsRRPOriginal price $25.00PriceCurrent price $13.0048% -
Hardy's Bin 161 Australia Cabernet Merlot 2024
Per bottle$12.20$9.10Pack of 12$146.40$108.12Free ShippingOriginal priceOriginal price Original priceOriginal pricePrice $9.10Winery OverviewEstablished in 1853 by Thomas Hardy, Hardy’s is one of Australia’s most respected and historic wineries. Based in McLaren Vale, the ...
View full details -
Cleanskin Claret Adelaide Hills Shiraz 2018
Per bottle$25.00$8.80Pack of 12$300.00$105.60Free ShippingOriginal priceOriginal price Original priceOriginal pricePrice $8.80Winery Overview Nova Vita Wines is a family-owned winery based in the Adelaide Hills, producing cool-climate wines that focus on balance, structure...
View full details -
Long Story Short Australia Chardonnay 2024
Per bottle$20.00$8.95Pack of 12$240.00$102.00$8.50 / BottleOriginal priceOriginal price Original priceOriginal pricePrice $8.95Exclusive to Just Wines, the Long Story Short Chardonnay 2024 is crafted for easy sipping and enjoying life’s simple moments. It’s a tale best told...
View full detailsRRPOriginal price $20.00PriceCurrent price $8.9558% -
Tempus Two L2 South Australia Fleur Grenache 2020
Per bottle$20.00$10.99Pack of 12$240.00$131.88Free ShippingOriginal priceOriginal price Original priceOriginal pricePrice $10.99Background Tempus Two is a stylish Australian wine brand known for combining fruit-forward reds with elegance. The Fleur range features wines desig...
View full detailsRRPOriginal price $20.00PriceCurrent price $10.9945% -
Shottesbrooke Estate Adelaide Hills Sauvignon Blanc 2025
Per bottle$24.00$11.00Pack of 12$288.00$132.00Free ShippingOriginal priceOriginal price Original priceOriginal pricePrice $11.00Shottesbrooke Vineyards is an established South Australian winery based in McLaren Vale, with the Estate Series built around fruit from carefully s...
View full details
