Welcome to Bald Hills wines
We are a boutique wine producer with a reputation for award-winning Pinot Noir, Pinot Gris, Riesling and Rosé. Our delightful Bald Hills vineyard is located in the heart of New Zealand’s Pinot Noir country – Bannockburn, Central Otago.
Vines with history
The first plantings began in Spring 1997. Now with 6.5 hectares in Pinot Noir and 1 hectare each in Riesling and Pinot Gris, the Bald Hills vineyard and brand are well established within Central Otago.
Meet our winemaker, Pip Battley
Pip’s philosophy is to let the wine speak for itself, providing just a little guidance along the way. She strives to bring out the qualities unique to our vineyard, gently tailoring our wines with minimal interference.
Special Offer to celebrate Pinot Noir Day 18 Aug
This stunning Pinot Noir has impressed the wine critics receiving 6 x Gold Medals / 5 Stars plus it was recently awarded one of NZ's Top Pinot Noir for 2021 by Cam Douglas Master Sommelier.
Special Offer to celebrate Pinot Noir Day 18 Aug
Our new release 3 Acres Central Otago Pinot Noir 2020 has been awarded two 5 STAR awards and is now available for you to enjoy or cellar.
Fragrant aromas of sweet blackberry, raspberry, dark plums, cedar and spice. With a succulent palate of cherry, strawberry, boysenberry, chocolate, tobacco and caramel, this wine shows good weight and complexity with medium fine grain tannins, nice minerality and a long red fruit finish.
Our story
In 1997 the land that sits beneath a range of 'bald hills' in Bannockburn, Central Otago was identified as the ideal place to produce cool-climate wines. Vines were lovingly planted in this stunning scene and so began the Bald Hills story.
Aged with care and craft
Crafted from hand-picked premium fruit parcels our Central Otago wines are a true representation of our boutique Bannockburn vineyard.
Our Pinot Noir is lovingly aged in French oak barriques.
See what the critics have to say
Bald Hills Kirameki Pinot Gris 2020 ~ It's stylish and elegantly fragrant on the nose showing apricot, rockmelon, poached pear and subtle spice aromas, leading to a succulent palate that's fleshy and lingering. Smooth, refreshing and flavoursome with a splendid juicy finish.
Sam Kim
Wine Orbit
Bald Hills Single Vineyard Pinot Noir 2017 ~ Aromas of Central Otago landscape with a rocky mineral and dried herb lift contrasted by a core of raspberry and dark plum, black cherry and myriad dried herbs. Intensely flavoured, textured and dry. Flavours of red berries and plums, toasty barrel and dried herb flavours, firm chalky tannins and plenty of acidity for texture and power.
Cam Douglas MS
camdouglasms.com
Bald Hills 'Last Light' Riesling 2020 ~ This is a vigorous, intense Riesling with citrus tension, floral detail on a textural palate and a crisp finish. Match with tom yum and spicy tomato risotto over the next 4+ years.
Candice Chow
Raymond Chan Wine Reviews
100% Committed to Sustainable Winegrowing
100% Committed to Sustainable Winegrowing
Try Our Wines at Cargo's Cellar Door
Relax in the beautifully restored church or outside in the scenic garden and enjoy flight boards of Bald Hills wines and/or Cargo beers.
Seasonal menu available and family friendly.
CARGO CELLAR DOOR FEATURING BALD HILLS WINES
2323 Church Lane, Gibbston Valley, Queenstown 9371
Open Friday, Saturday & Sunday 12 - 5pm
Wine & Beer Tasting, Lunch & Platters
Our latest news
Jul 6, 2022
Introducing our 2020 Last Light Riesling
Jun 1, 2022