Alan Brady planted the first vines in the Gibbston Valley in the early 1980s. At 45 degrees south, the climate is risky for vines. Through trial and error, a commercial vineyard and later commercial vintage wines were produced. The winery is one of the top three producers in the world for Pinot Noir and the first ever non-French entrant to win the prestigious Gold Medal Trophy for Pinot Noir / Burgundy, at the London International Wine Challenge. They have also had success with Pinot Gris, Riesling and Chardonnay wines. The Valley has become a tourist destination, offering gourmet dining, summer music concerts and biking tours.
Gibbston Valley - Winery, 1820 State Highway 6, Queenstown, 9371, Phone: +64-0-34-42-69-10