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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