Winery notes (2025 Vintage)
"The fruit is issued from Rippon’s mature vines, whose root hairs have invaded the schist rock below. Lurking towards the end of the first mouthful is substantial phenolic power and it soon starts to take charge of the wine… and give it its sense of place."
Reviews for the 2024 vintage below…
96/100 Emma Jenkins MW, Decanter UK, June 2026 (2024 Vintage)
"A thoughtful, interesting wine that changes a lot in the glass at this youthful stage – decanting is helpful. Delicate wild thyme honey, sweet limes and Granny Smith apples. Creamy texture from lees ageing. Off-dry, with fine, mineral acidity and finely judged phenolics, this wine is all about texture and savoury layers. Excellent concentration and length, will age gracefully. From old vines dry grown on their own roots.'
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Nestled on the picturesque western shores of Lake Wānaka, Rippon Vineyard offers a unique glimpse into the essence of Central Otago. With breathtaking views of the Southern Alps, this biodynamic vineyard has been lovingly tended by the Mills family for four generations, producing wines that are a true reflection of their extraordinary terroir.
Rippon's commitment to minimal intervention and wild fermentation allows the wines to embody the character of their land. Each bottle captures the essence of the schist soils, the continental climate, and the proximity to Lake Wānaka, resulting in exceptional varietals. Whether you seek a structured Pinot Noir to age in your cellar or a vibrant Osteiner to sip by the lake, Rippon’s offerings cater to all palates.
The vineyard thrives in an environment enriched by high UV light, long sunshine hours, and the protective embrace of Ruby Island. At Rippon, every sip of wine tells a story of the land and the people who nurture it, inviting you to experience the spirit of this remarkable place. Explore the magical wines of Rippon Vineyard today!
Wonderful choice, wonderful value, knowledgeable service
Andrew Clancey
25/07/2026
Good wine selection at good prices
Ralph Bungard
09/07/2026
The best wine shop ever!
Nickwozz
09/06/2026
A very fine and comprehensive selection of both domestic and overseas wines, all at reasonable prices. Was very impressed and will visit again, both the store and website.
Stephane David
18/04/2026
Awesome place super helpful
Jesse Kinzett
30/03/2026
Exceptional Neudorf tasting. Rosie Finn is so hard case
Herb Familton
17/03/2026
Trust their recommendations, the staff really know their wine
Spagooter
06/03/2026
Great place. They have items you can't find elsewhere, eg Zwarte Kip advocaat.
Roy de Vries
04/02/2026
Fantastic selection , great place for a wine buff
Jill Beattie (Jb)
22/09/2025
Large array of wine and incredible customer service Nikki was so lovely, all 1000% be back
Emefa Fiadonu
21/09/2025
Excellent service and an array of fine wines
Roy Roper
13/08/2025
Great choice and helpful staff
Andy Woolhouse
03/08/2025
good selection with drive thru service
Hiroto Nogami
31/07/2025
Fantastic staff. Fantastic range of wines. Could spend hours in there.
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03/07/2025
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02/06/2025
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30/05/2025
Great wine
Herb Familton
27/04/2025
Huge selection, very helpful staff, wines you simply can not find elsewhere.
Brodie Macpherson
26/04/2025
Excellent wine selection. Great friendly service.
Victoria Nolan
20/04/2025
Excellent wine store! Probably the best in town. You can find wall kinds of wine and from around the world. I even found a wine from my hometown Uruguay which is not easy to find at all on this side of the globe.
Gabriel Masliah
08/01/2025
amazing selection
Mike Little
18/12/2024
Thank you Vino Fino Team, Thank you so much for your help with the drinks for our wedding day! We couldn’t have been happier with the service from Vino Fino supplying us with a Chiller Trailer to use on the day! You made getting the wine for our wedding easy and fun. It was low stress, and we truly appreciated being able to bring back the unopened wine. We wouldn’t hesitate to recommend you to our friends and family. We’re so grateful!
Issy L
10/12/2024
I love this store. The staff are so helpful and have broadened my experience, introducing me to some wonderful new wines. I only wish I lived closer so I could get to tasting evenings regularly!
Stephanie Mander
18/10/2024
Great selection of wines, Friendly staff, well supported the choice.
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14/06/2024
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David Pigou
07/06/2024
My favourite European wine store in Christchurch
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31/05/2024
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31/05/2024
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Hannah Zhang
25/05/2024
Have a wide selection which meant the particular bottle I was after was in stock which means a win for Mother's day
breilly72
09/05/2024
Simply the fastest service I’ve ever received. Amazing. Fabulous price too. Cant recommend highly enough.
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10/04/2024
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