Rippon – A vineyard rooted in land, legacy, and a love for nature
The stunningly beautiful Rippon vineyard is situated on the shores of Lake Wanaka, with views across the lake to Ruby Island and the magnificent snow-capped peaks of the Buchannan Mountains. Here, truly great wine is produced by one of the Central Otago viticulture pioneers. The sense of place is also mirrored in the deep care for the environment.
Enjoy some outstanding wines, some of the best in New Zealand.
Rippon "Rippon" Mature Vine Riesling 2021
32,99 €*
43,99 € pro Liter
A must for Riesling lovers. From Rippon's mature vines, whose root hairs have invaded the schist rock below. A wine with mineral intensity and richness. Only 557 cases produced.
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Rippon "Rippon" Mature Vine Pinot Noir 2020
61,99 € - 64,99 €*
86,65 € pro Liter
A New Zealand benchmark from Lake Wanaka in Central Otago. The farm voice of a distinct parcel of land: Rippon. The north-facing escarpment forms the meeting point of terminal moraines and coarse gravels, all based in schist, on which some of the region's earliest vines were planted.
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Rippon "Rippon" Mature Vine Pinot Noir 2021
64,99 € - 67,99 €*
90,65 € pro Liter
A New Zealand benchmark from Lake Wanaka in Central Otago. The farm voice of a distinct parcel of land: Rippon. The north-facing escarpment forms the meeting point of terminal moraines and coarse gravels, all based in schist, on which some of the region's earliest vines were planted.
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112,99 € -15% RRP 132,98 € *
75,33 € pro Liter
Treat your palate to quality. Two outstanding Pinot Noir, that are considered to be amongst the best, New Zealand has to offer.
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Discover New Zealand in a Glass
137,99 € -15% RRP 162,43 € *
30,66 € pro Liter
6 handpicked wines – one journey of taste. Explore six distinct New Zealand wines hailing from six diverse wine regions. Each wine beautifully captures the unique characteristics of its respective terroir, making it a highly sought-after and delightful gift.
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Rippon - A vineyard rooted in land, legacy, and a love for nature
Located on the breathtaking shores of Lake Wānaka in New Zealand’s South Island, Rippon is widely recognized as one of the most stunning wineries in the world—not for architectural grandeur, but for the raw natural beauty that surrounds it. Framed by dramatic alpine peaks and reflective turquoise waters, Rippon stands as a tribute to both its remarkable environment and the deep respect its founders have for the land.
“one of the most beautiful wine estates on earth” – James Suckling
“Rippon wines today are gorgeous, textured and precise, with an earthy minerality running through them” – Eric Asimov, NY Times
“One of the most stunning wineries in the world, grounded in indigenous values” – Cathrine Todd, Forbes
The Mills family has farmed this land for generations, beginning with Percy Sargood in the early 1900s. Today, the estate is led by Nick and Jo Mills, who continue the family legacy with a holistic, biodynamic approach to viticulture. The vineyard is dry-farmed, chemical-free, and entirely hand-tended—no irrigation, no pesticides, no synthetic inputs. Every effort is made to return to the land what it gives.
Rippon terroir
Lake Wanaka creates a unique environment. The temperance of this large thermal mass, coupled with the protective nature of Ruby Island further softens Rippon’s microclimate. All Rippon wines are issued from a single vineyard; no fruit is bought in from outside the property. Rippon wines are issued from some of the oldest vines in the region. 80% of the vineyard is planted on its own roots and is not irrigated.
Rippon Winemaking
Winemaker Nick Mills, trained in Burgundy and deeply influenced by both French winemaking and indigenous Māori values, sees the vineyard as a living system. This philosophy is reflected in Rippon’s wines: expressive, site-driven, and deeply connected to place. The estate produces small quantities of Pinot Noir (their flagship), along with Riesling, Gewürztraminer, Sauvignon Blanc, Gamay, and the rare Osteiner.
Rippon is more than a winery—it’s a model of sustainable stewardship, shaped by tradition, family, and a commitment to harmony with nature.
“highly collectible pinot noirs” – James Suckling
Rippon views winemaking as a collaborative process with nature, not a manipulation of it. Winemaker Nick Mills doesn’t see himself as a "creator" but as a facilitator—helping the land speak through the wine.
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