Queenstown Wine Tours

Queenstown, in the south of New Zealand has the perfect weather and environment to produce an impressive array of wine. Take a tour of Queenstown’s wine trail and learn some of the history of this industry and the process involved in producing the perfect wine.

It’s not always easy to produce wine in many parts of New Zealand. The high altitude as well as extreme weather conditions mean makers must be ingenious in their methods. And, as a result, some award-winning wine has been created.

In Queenstown, the Food and Wine Festival in February is a fun way to taste the best on offer. At this time of year, the chefs and wine producers showcase their wares in a weekend of fun, live music and entertainment. This otherwise quiet community comes alive and it is a great time to visit the region.

On your exploration of Queenstown, a tour of the local wineries is definitely in order. This is a relatively new wine-growing region, only growing commercially since the mid-1980s and yet have won international awards. If you are new to the wine-growing process, the daily tours offer an introduction to inform newcomers.

The Queenstown Wine Trail also offers private tours of Queenstown and Central Otago wineries. Experience an underground cave tour, wine tastings and an a la carte lunch at your favourite winery. It’s a great way to tour the local wineries, visit the Queenstown wine shops, and meet the local people who are always happy to answer any questions.