We caught up with Gibbston Valley Winery winemaker and Pinot Noir expert Chris Keys to talk about the local winemaking scene. Chris became a winemaker after working in a fine wine store in Dunedin while studying literature. It was the mid-90s and wine was a young, exciting industry just starting up…
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If you’re a food enthusiast, you probably know Queenstown’s reputation for spectacular food and wine (not to mention the burgeoning craft beer scene). Here’s a selection of our favourite autumn food experiences to connect you with the produce and people of this special place. Kua hora te kai, eat…
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Remarkables Market Every Saturday Until 19 April 2025 Find a fantastic selection of artisans selling crafts and gifts as well as a tasty selection of local produce at the weekly Remarkables Market, Saturdays 9am-2pm through until 19 April 2025. Mingle with locals to the tunes of live music or enjoy…
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Autumn's arrival in Queenstown brings vibrant reds and oranges as the surrounding landscape and trees drastically change colour. The contrasting blues of the rivers and lakes topped with cool mornings and bright sunshine-filled days make autumn an ideal time to visit. The picturesque setting of…
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March to May Temperatures between 5°C and 25°C Queenstown delivers an unforgettable autumn experience. From March to May the outstanding golden and red hues dominate the hills around the region and contrast strikingly with the deep blue of our lakes and rivers. Here you can truly immerse…
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1. Take a walk to see the autumn colours Immerse yourself in nature’s vibrant colours. Arrowtown is one of our favourite spots for an autumn wander, combining a rich gold mining history with treelined streets of heritage buildings, now home to cafés, galleries, and boutiques. Wrap up warm and…
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Arrowtown is beautiful in any season but in autumn it’s as though the town slipped into its Sunday best. The hills glow like an oil painting with every shade of red, yellow and orange, and golden leaves float through the air and crunch underfoot. But Arrowtown isn’t all tree-gazing - there are many…
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Wine, dine and unwind Autumn is the time to experience this beautiful region at a slower pace. It is the time to indulge all senses in the colours and flavours of the season, exploring the award-winning restaurants and wineries on Queenstown’s doorstep or relaxing at a yoga retreat while overlooking…
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Underlying both is the passion of the people who made it happen; winemakers who have spent years honing their craft and who live and die by the grape. It’s all too easy to forget about that at the other end of the process when it’s sitting there in a bottle in front of us, as good as it can be…
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Arrowtown Arrowtown is beautiful in any season, but autumn is the best time to visit if you want to experience a sense of calmness with the surrounding landscape blanketed in orange foliage. The hills surrounding the historic gold mining village of Arrowtown turn bright with the red and gold hues…
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