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Judge Rock

Judge Rock

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Judge Rock is a small, award-winning boutique vineyard in the Otago region specializing in elegant, sensuous Pinot Noir and St Laurent wines. The family-run Jacobson-Chiaroni vineyard has received numerous international accolades from Decanter, International Wine and Spirits Challenge, and Air New Zealand Wine Awards. Their Alexandra Cellar Door is open 7 days a week from 11:00 AM to 5:00 PM.

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Varietals

Pinot NoirSt Laurent

When to go

Monday12:00 PM - 5:00 PM
Tuesday12:00 PM - 5:00 PM
Wednesday12:00 PM - 5:00 PM
Thursday12:00 PM - 5:00 PM
Friday12:00 PM - 5:00 PM
Saturday12:00 PM - 5:00 PM
Sunday12:00 PM - 5:00 PM

Good to know

Judge Rock focuses on Pinot Noir, St Laurent. Signature bottles include 2023 Judge Rock "Guilty" Pét-Nat Organic, Judge Rock "Your Honour" Pinot Noir 2019 Organic, Judge Rock 2024 Innocent Rose Organic, Judge Rock 2024 "The Alibi" Blanc de Noir Organic, Judge Rock 2024 "The Verdict" Port Organic, Judge Rock Pinot Noir 2018, Judge Rock St Laurent 2017. When booking a tasting, ask which current release best represents the estate's style.
Judge Rock is in Alexandra, Otago Region, in the Otago Region wine region. Phone: +64 3 448 5059. Confirm hours before visiting. Winery schedules vary seasonally.
Monday: 12:00 – 5:00 PM | Tuesday: 12:00 – 5:00 PM | Wednesday: 12:00 – 5:00 PM | Thursday: 12:00 – 5:00 PM | Friday: 12:00 – 5:00 PM | Saturday: 12:00 – 5:00 PM | Sunday: 12:00 – 5:00 PM Hours may vary seasonally. Confirm by phone or on their website before visiting.

Location

Alexandra, Otago Region, New Zealand

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