Duration: 35-45mins

Discover the stories, landscapes and personalities that define Central Otago wine in this guided tasting experience at Kinross. Enjoy a curated tasting of five wines from across the Central Otago region, each chosen to showcase the diversity of subregions, styles and winemaking philosophies that make this place so distinctive.

As you taste, you’ll hear the stories of the pioneers who first recognised the potential of this dramatic landscape, the makers who work the vineyards today, and the owners who continue to shape the future of Central Otago wine.At Kinross, we believe the secret is in the dirt.

Learn how soil types, elevation, climate and aspect influence flavour, texture and aroma – and how each winemaker’s hand brings those elements to life in the glass. This is your chance to understand terroir not as a buzzword, but as something you can genuinely taste.

Kinross has been named the winner of the inaugural Qualmark New Zealand Wine Tourism Award 2024, recognising our experiences as the best in the country. Our talented Wine Advisors are the characters of Kinross, bringing warmth, insight and storytelling to every tasting. They’ll guide you through wines from our partners – High Garden, Hawkshead, Valli and Wild Irishman – alongside our own Kinross wines, offering context, colour and plenty of opportunity for questions.

This is far more than a ‘splash and dash’ tasting. Expect depth, conversation and discovery, including rare and exclusive wines you won’t find on the supermarket shelf.

A welcoming, informative introduction to Central Otago wine – perfect whether you’re new to the region or keen to deepen your understanding.