Bendigo Central Otago
Planted on New Zealand’s largest quartz deposit, Quartz Reef specializes in the creation of exceptional sparkling wines and Pinot Noir. Once the focus of a gold strike in the 1860’s, this site is now a thriving vineyard.
Utilizing biodynamic wine growing practices, winemaker Rudi Bauer has a mission to make wines that capture the essence of Central Otago. Rudi earned degrees in viticulture and winemaking in his native Austria before moving to New Zealand in 1985 as assistant wine maker at Mission Estate in Hawkes Bay. Since then, Rudi has been honing his craft in many of New Zealand’s regions as well as Oregon and Burgundy. As one of Rippon Vineyard’s pioneer winemakers, Rudi won Central Otago’s first gold medal for Pinot Noir in 1991.
QUARTZ REEF PINOT NOIR
Ripe red fruit accented by licorice, spice, and tobacco leaves. Medium bodied with a firm finnish.
QAURTZ REEF BENDIGO ESTATE PINOT NOIR
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