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Christopher Keys (Gibbston Valley Winery, NZ) - unlocking Central Otago wine

Christopher Keys (Gibbston Valley Winery, NZ) - unlocking Central Otago wine

Update: 2025-07-23
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Christopher Keys is the winemaker at Gibbston Valley Winery, located just east of Queenstown in the magnificent Central Otago region of New Zealand's South Island. With close to two decades of experience, I'm delighted to have Christopher join me to share more of his story.




https://www.gibbstonvalley.com/au/




Chapters




00:00 Introduction and Acknowledgments


03:00 Christopher's Journey into Winemaking


05:53 Early Experiences in the Wine Industry


08:51 Transitioning to Central Otago and Gibson Valley


11:48 The Philosophy of Winemaking and Organics


14:46 Challenges and Triumphs in Winemaking


17:40 The Unique Terroir of Gibson Valley


20:34 Reflections on Two Decades in Winemaking


23:46 The Art of Wine Tasting and Appreciation


26:49 Final Thoughts and Future Aspirations




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Christopher Keys (Gibbston Valley Winery, NZ) - unlocking Central Otago wine

Christopher Keys (Gibbston Valley Winery, NZ) - unlocking Central Otago wine

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