New Zealand: Canterbury

A picture of a vineyeard on Central Otago, With its snow-capped mountain range in the background

Canterbury
(including Waipara)

Key Varieties: Pinot Noir, Riesling and Pinot Gris

Canterbury is New Zealand’s fifth largest wine region. This is a relatively new wine region (est. 1977) with a temperate climate. Its world-class Pinot, including iconic Pegasus Bay, can be seriously structured and age worthy.

Waipara Hills Soul of the South Pinot Gris

Waipara Hills Soul of the South
Waipara, Pinot Gris 2008

‘A very drinkable fresh example, full of citrus fruit, pear and spice. This is a crisper style of Gris. Sensational summer drinking.’

91/100 Dan Murphy’s Wine Panel

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Main Divide Pinot Noir

Main Divide
Canterbury, Pinot Noir 2008

‘A second label from icon producer Pegasus Bay. By no means second-fiddle, this wine is made using traditional Burgundian techniques — not just a light red, this shows real pinosity.’

93/100 Dan Murphy’s Wine Panel

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