08/12/2025
Central Otago’s vineyards sit on schist, a metamorphic rock formed under extreme heat and pressure that breaks into thin, flaky layers.
Because it fractures easily, vine roots can drive deep into the ground, creating natural drainage and reducing vigor.
That combination leads to lower yields, higher concentration, and the clean, structured profile Central Otago Pinot Noir is known for.
It’s rugged geology, and it shows up in the wine.
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