WE CELEBRATE AKARUA AS OUR WINERY OF THE MONTH AT DIDA’S

10 years ago, Edmond de Rothschild Heritage purchased their first New Zealand Estate.

This initial acquisition was Rimapere located in Marlborough, which remains with the group today. Late last year Edmond de Rothschild purchased 34.5 hectares of vineyards belonging to Akarua recognising the unique conditions present in Central Otago for crafting high quality Pinot Noir.

The Edmond de Rothschild Heritage consists of nine estates spread over four continents. Ariane de Rothschild's vision remains consistent; “to reveal the quintessence of the terroirs and enhance their inherent character while respecting the environment, and to elevate the wines to their highest heights: a vision her team here most wholeheartedly believe in”.

First established in 1996 in Central Otago's Bannockburn region, Akarua have always put focus on the quality of the fruit, and in the winery they employ minimalist, gentle techniques which allow the wines to express the purity of fruit and terroir. The consistency of Akarua’s wines is impressive; their Pinot Noir and Chardonnay right up there with the best on offer.

WHERE WINE MEETS FOOD – Dida’s Wine Lounge - 60 Jervois Road.

Convivially yours, the Dida's Wine Lounge encourages leisurely engagements with the comprehensive wine list and the everchanging, always innovative food menu. With small-plates style cuisine, the superbly skilled and talented culinary team work hard to pair perfect morsels with the multiple by-the-glass options of local and imported and hard-to-find wines.

Open Tuesday-Saturday 3pm-10pm.  PN

DIDA’S, 60 Jervois Road, T: 09 376 2813, www.didaswinelounge.co.nz