Christopher Keys (Gibbston Valley Winery, NZ) - unlocking Central Otago wine
Over A Glass with Shanteh Wale, a wine & drinks podcastShow Notes
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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