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Thanks to shaly soils and excellent growing conditions, the Otago region especially around Queenstown and Wanaka have some of the best vineyards in New Zealand. In total around Otago there are 75 wineries that serve 177 vineyards. 32 wineries can be visited by individual tourists or with a tour group and they offer the best in hospitality, fine wine and friendly service. |
Some of the world famous wines found in this region include the Pinot Noir, Pinot Gris, Riesling, and Chardonnay. Grapes were first introduced to the area during the gold rush era of the 1860s by the French, and they have been growing their ever since.
If you want to visit some wineries while in Queenstown then you should check out the Stoneridge estate (that also offers luxury accommodation) on State Highway 6, out at Lake Hayes, or the Amisfield Winery which is just 15 minutes drive out of Queenstown out on Lake Hayes Road. If you want to take an all inclusive tour of the best Queenstown wineries have to offer then contact Appellation Wine Tours in central Queenstown.
