If wine tasting is part of your travel itinerary this summer and that travel includes a trip to the south island this summer - or - you live in the south island and were thinking about somewhere different to go then STOP!

Stop just for a second and be certain to consider and include Nelson. Why? Because Nelson is where you’ll find great beaches for swimming, bush walks, market days and some excellent food. Nelson is also known for its wine and this is where you’ll find the famous, world famous, Neudorf wines.

This month they’re doing something a little different…… not only can you experience their great wine selections, they have teamed up with Prophet’s Rock wine and winemaker Paul Pujol, to present two experiences at a single venue.

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Rosie Finn, marketing director at Neudorf is welcoming winemakers from across New Zealand to hijack the picturesque cellar door in Upper Moutere for an afternoon.

“After 40 odd years in New Zealand wine, we have forged great friendships with likeminded winemakers from Northland to Central Otago. The NZ wine industry is very convivial, full of laughs and we love tasting their wines as much as their Nelson fan base so we thought why not give them a place to do so.” Says Rosie.

In what she thinks might be an industry first in giving a cellar door to another winery – Neudorf welcomes Paul Pujol from Prophet’s Rock in Central Otago this December.

“Naturally, as most great ideas are formed, this idea sprung up over a glass of wine with Jude [Rosie’s mother and Neudorf Founder]. We wanted to do something different at the cellar door and there are so many other winemakers we love having a good chat with, it seemed so obvious. Paul is such a talented winemaker and a good friend so he jumped on board at the offer to trial the idea.”

“I am extremely excited to be heading north with a load of Prophet’s Rock wines for the inaugural Neudorf Cellar Door Takeover. For me, it’s an amazing opportunity to catch up with the wonderful team & wines of Neudorf while pouring a taste of our Central Otago vineyards for the lovely people of Nelson.” Says Paul Pujol.

Both Prophet’s Rock and Neudorf Vineyards have gained international attention for their Chardonnays and Pinot Noirs so it was a natural match in the cellar door – both appealing to similar palates. As friendly as the invitation is - no doubt there will be some good hearted competition between Rosie & Paul over the wines on display.

“We have a few winemakers in our sights for future takeovers at Neudorf, particularly if they are already in town or feel like a getaway to Nelson. I know the Donaldson’s from Pegasus Bay are keen which is excellent, we’re working out a date at the moment.” says Rosie as she hopes to create a calendar of great visits over the next few years. “I am excited to keep rolling this out.”

Paul Pujol will be at Neudorf Vineyards on the 16th of December from noon – 4pm. Both Neudorf and Prophet’s Rock will be available to taste & buy. Future dates and events will all be available at www.neudorf.co.nz