Our unique food & WINE TOUR in queenstown
Fill your life with memorable moments.
Discover Central Otago through a premium food and wine journey that celebrates the region’s viticulture and agriculture. This immersive multi-regional experience connects guests with passionate growers, winemakers, and producers, offering memorable interactions and behind-the-scenes insight. Enjoy gourmet food paired with exceptional wines while exploring organic practices and regenerative farming that shape the region’s distinctive flavours, landscapes, and stories.
What to Expect
100% Private Experience
Up to 9 Guests- Contact us for larger groups.
Duration- 9:45am-5:30pm
Our Central Otago Food & Wine Tour is a refined journey through the region’s leading wine, gourmet food, and local producers.
• Indulge in a private cheese and wine pairing at a pioneering Gibbston vineyard, hosted by a senior cellar door host.
• Explore Central Otago’s olive oil and stone fruit producers with guided tastings and insight into regional growing practices.
• Enjoy a private chef-prepared lunch featuring seasonal, hand-picked ingredients sourced from the chef’s personal garden.
• Visit one of the region’s leading organic wine producers for an exclusive tasting and behind-the-scenes vineyard experience.
Join us for a day filled with memorable moments, rich regional storytelling, and an authentic connection to Central Otago’s people, produce, and landscapes.
SAMPLE ITINERARY
Queenstown
Journey starts with a tour of Queenstown, enriched by stories of its historic past en route to your first boutique vineyard, then continues into the award-winning Gibbston region, known as the Valley of the Vines.
Gibbston Region
Visit the renowned Gibbston region, known as the Valley of the Vines, and enjoy a private cheese and wine pairing guided by a senior host at one of the region’s pioneering vineyards.
Bannockburn
Continue the journey with a visit to a closed-door, exclusive access vineyard in Lowburn, where guests taste some of the region’s most spectacular wines while learning about biodynamic viticulture practices and how they shape vine health, soil balance, and wine expression.
Private Chef Lunch
Indulge in an exclusive gourmet lunch in Bannockburn prepared in the home garden of our private chef, created exclusively for guests of Latitude 45. Guests are invited to hand-select fresh, seasonal produce, which is thoughtfully crafted into a bespoke dining experience, perfectly paired with premium wines for an unforgettable and immersive culinary journey.
Cherry Farm/ Orchard
Visit a renowned Central Otago orchard or cherry farm season dependant for a guided tour, sampling seasonal stone fruit while gaining insight into how it is grown. Discover the challenges and successes faced by local growers, and learn how climate, soils, and careful management shape quality fruit production.
Cromwell
Conclude your day with a scenic journey back to Queenstown, visiting historic landmarks and discovering fascinating stories of Central Otago’s rich gold rush heritage and pioneering past.
WHATS INCLUDED
Premium Luxury Vehicles
Travel in comfort and style with Queenstown's most luxurious fleet, including Range Rover Vogue, Mercedes V-Class and Mercedes Sprinter Executive vehicles. View our premium fleet in the Our Fleet section of our website and discover the Latitude 45 difference.
Private Chef Lunch
Exclusive to Latitude 45 guests, enjoy a private chef-prepared lunch set within her own garden, showcasing seasonal local produce, exceptional hospitality and an authentic farm-to-table dining experience.
Orchard & Olive Grove Tours
Enjoy access to local orchards and olive groves, discovering the region’s agricultural heritage while sampling seasonal produce and experiencing the flavours that make Central Otago unique.
Wine industry experienced & Qualified Guides
Our guides are passionate ambassadors for Central Otago, combining extensive local knowledge with industry qualifications and wine expertise. Dedicated to delivering exceptional service, they are there to ensure your day is seamless and engaging.
What's Not included
Please note that any wine purchases made during the day, along with any associated shipping or freight costs, are arranged directly between the guest and the vineyard. These costs are not included in the tour price. Gratuities for guides are also not included and remain entirely at the guest's discretion.
faq's
WHY CHOOSE our food & wine experience?
Our unique Queenstown food and wine experience showcases the flavours of Central Otago through organic vineyards and regional producers. Designed as a one-of-a-kind journey, it includes a private chef prepared lunch alongside visits to orchards, olive groves, and boutique vineyards closed to the public for a true paddock-to-plate experience. Latitude 45 specialises exclusively in premium wine tours and experiences. Guests travel in our fleet of luxury vehicles for the utmost comfort and style. All of our guides hold at least WSET Level 2 certification or bring extensive hands-on experience from the local wine industry. Their deep knowledge and passion for Central Otago wines ensure every guest gains an authentic and memorable understanding of the region.
Which regions are covered
On this experience we explore the greater Central Otago region, venturing further to small, boutique vineyards in lesser-known areas. Our main areas covered are Gibbston, Bannockburn, Cromwell and optional Bendigo however we also travel to Alexandra and Lowburn.
IS LUNCH INCLUDED?
Yes—on this experience you will meet a private chef and personally select your own produce for lunch from local gardens and orchards. Your meal is then thoughtfully prepared and enjoyed in her private garden, creating a truly unique and immersive food experience. We accommodate and cater to all dietary requirements and food allergies upon request.
Is this a private experience?
Yes all Latitude 45 experiences and tours are fully private. This means your day is designed exclusively for you, with no mixed groups or fixed schedules. From the pace of the day to the vineyards we visit, every element is tailored to your preferences, ensuring a seamless and highly personalised journey. You will enjoy private tastings, exclusive access to boutique vineyards, and the flexibility to explore Central Otago at your own pace. Your dedicated guide will host you throughout the day, creating a more intimate, relaxed and immersive experience.
