The Burgundy of the southern seas

The world’s second most southerly vineyard is producing pinot noir that compares to the best in France

Felton Road winery in New Zealand. Picture: Getty

‘Of course, Sam claims that his vineyard is the most southerly on Earth, that his Last Chance Vineyard is five metres further south than any others,” says Nigel Greening, producer of New Zealand’s finest pinot noir, at Felton Road Winery in Central Otago.

The Sam in the story is actor Sam Neill of Jurassic Park fame. These days, Neill divides his time between acting and his brilliant Two Paddocks winery in Otago. Greening ...