Vin Rippon

The stunningly beautiful Rippon Vineyard is situated on the shores of Lake Wanaka, with views across the lake to Ruby Island and the magnificent snow-capped peaks of the Buchannan Mountains. Founded in 1982 by the Mills family, it is often regarded as the most photographed vineyard in the world. Here, truly great wines are produced by one of the Central Otago viticulture pioneers, the Mills family. All Rippon wines are issued from a single vineyard, no fruit is bought from outside the property. Rippon wines are issued from some of the oldest vines in the region.  Rippon Pinot Noirs spend two winters (15-18 months, depending on vine age and vintage) in barrels and are run into bottles without filtering or fining. Rippon Pinot Noirs, Rieslings & Gewürztraminer are cellared in bottles for one year before being released to the market.