World Famous Californian Wine Regions

california as a wine region. California is world famous for its distinctive, strongly styled wines with a clear focus on Chardonnay, Pinot Noir and Cabernet Sauvignon. California’s complex topography and unique meso-climates provide for a spectacular array of wine expressions. Currently California has 140 American Viticultural Areas (AVAs), each defined by distinct influences categorised by […]

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30 Vintages of Pegasus Bay

This 2021 harvest, the acclaimed producer in the Waipara Valley, North Canterbury, is celebrating its 30th vintage. Established by Neurologist Ivan Donaldson, the family planted the vines themselves starting in the mid ’80s, and in the early years, made the first Pegasus Bay vintages out of their home garage in Christchurch until a proper winery could be built at the vineyard.  […]

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