Valli Gibbston Vineyard - Discover the "Valley of the Vines"
Located in the Gibbston area of Queenstown, New Zealand, Valli Gibbston Vineyard is a picturesque winery renowned for its stunning location and exceptional wines.
Scenic beauty
The vineyards are nestled between rugged mountains and the rocky Kawarau River gorge, making it one of the most scenic wine-growing areas in New Zealand. The stunning views add to the unique experience of wine-tasting at Valli Gibbston Vineyard.
Wine production
The winery produces a range of varietals, including pinot noir, chardonnay, pinot gris, riesling, and sauvignon blanc. With more than 70% of the grapes grown being pinot noir, the red wines produced in Gibbston from Pinot Noir are among Central Otago's most elegant.
Things to do
Valli Gibbston Vineyard offers visitors many opportunities to explore the area's natural beauty, participate in wine tours, stroll through vineyards, cycle to each winery, or jump on board a hop-on-hop-off winery tour bus. Moreover, visitors can rent bikes and explore the area, or take the Gibbston Valley Shuttle which runs 2-3 times daily.
In addition, the vineyard offers a bike center, which has everything one needs to explore the local bike trails. Visitors can also taste a range of wines in the big tasting room while perusing the fun wine merchandise.
The vineyard is home to a bistro-style restaurant, serving local cuisine that pairs perfectly with the wines at Valli Gibbston Vineyard. The tasting room also houses the largest wine cave in the country, which gives visitors an exceptional opportunity to explore a wine cave and learn about the wine-making process.
When to go
Any time of the year is perfect to visit Valli Gibbston Vineyard, but the most favorable times are spring (September to November) and autumn (March to May) when the weather is mild, and the scenery is stunning with vibrant colors.
Nearby attractions
Visitors can combine their visit to Valli Gibbston Vineyard with a trip to other nearby attractions. The historic gold mining town of Arrowtown is a short drive away, and visitors can explore it or participate in the Arrowtown Autumn Festival in April. Additionally, visitors can experience the Kawarau Gorge, the base for the thriving extreme sports industry and the spiritual home of modern-day bungee jumping.
Getting there
Valli Gibbston Vineyard is about 25 minutes from downtown Queenstown. Visitors can reach the vineyard by car, bike, or take the Gibbston Valley Shuttle.