Felton Road

Central Otago, New Zealand

• No.98 The World's 50 Best Vineyards 2025

In the world's most southerly winemaking region, snow‑capped mountains engulf Felton Road's four fully organic and biodynamic vineyards. African Boer goats roam the rugged landscape – eating the wild briar roses that would otherwise take over – and, down in the Voodoo Lounge, natural 'preparations' are made for the soils instead of spraying chemicals. You'll learn all about these techniques on intimately sized tours of the gravity‑fed and largely solar‑powered winery built into the hillside – an insight into an estate founded in the 1990s and producing some of the finest cool‑climate Pinot Noirs around. Reservations required.

Key Information

• Opening times: Mon – Fri: 08:00 – 17:00
• Signature wine: Felton Road Pinot Noir Bannockburn
• Wines produced: Red, White
• Grape varieties: Chardonnay, Pinot Noir, Riesling
• Tasting options
• Cellar door
• Time from airport: 1 hour from Queenstown Airport
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Location

319 Felton Road, Bannockburn, Central Otago, Central Otago, 9384