In the foothills of the Southern Alps and just 25km from the Pacific Ocean, our Waikari vineyard is set in a most dramatic winegrowing environment and home to some of the most profound Chardonnay and Pinot Noir in the world.
We invite you to explore this special place with us and discover the stories behind our wines through our tailored experiences, hosted by those who live and breathe the vines and wines of Pyramid Valley every day.
Visit Pyramid Valley
Pastures & Colours Tasting
Begin with a scene setting welcome at the picturesque pond at the base of our vineyard looking up to our Angel Flower block. Tour our winery and learn about our winemaking philosophy, founded by organic and biodynamic principles then taste wines from our North Canterbury Pastures and Colours Collections.
Monday - Friday at 11:00am
$30 per person* (minimum of 2 people).
*Fee waived on any wine purchase over $60.
*Accessbility options available
Botanicals Collection Tasting
Beginning at the original cellar door, hear the founding story of Pyramid Valley from inception to where we are today, and what makes the soils of our Waikari farm so special. Take a guided tour of our vineyard, exploring the individual blocks that are the source for our Botanicals Collection wines.* Tour our winery for an insider’s look at how these wines are crafted before enjoying a guided tasting of all five Botanicals Collection wines from our Waikari and Pyramid Valley Mānatu farms, a journey through our finest expressions of Chardonnay and Pinot Noir.
Monday - Friday at 11:00am
$100 per person (minimum of 2 people).
*Accessbility options available
Botanicals Private Experience
Beginning at the original cellar door, hear the founding story of Pyramid Valley from inception to where we are today, and what makes the soils of our Waikari farm so special. Explore our vineyard on a guided walk* with Estate Manager and Winemaker Huw Kinch and learn more of the individual blocks behind our Botanicals Collection wines, followed by a tour of our winery.
Sit down to a family-style lunch, expertly paired with the five Botanicals Collection wines from our Waikari and Pyramid Valley Mānatu farm in Central Otago. This is a rare opportunity to experience Pyramid Valley wines with the person who crafts them, from vine, to barrel, to bottle.
Tuesday - Friday by appointment only, 11:00am - 2:00pm
$1,600 for a table of up to 8 guests ($200 per person)
*Accessbility options available
Booking Details
Booking requests can be made by clicking below, and we will make every effort to confirm your booking request within 48 hours on weekdays. We recommend booking in advance to request your preferred date.
Please note, bookings will only be accepted for Monday to Friday dates from 13th January, 2025.
A payment link for Botanicals experiences will be sent at the time of confirmation to secure the booking.
Contact Us:
📧 info@pyramidvalley.co.nz
📍 548 Pyramid Valley Road, Waikari, North Canterbury
We look forward to welcoming you to Pyramid Valley and sharing the wines that breathe of this special place.
Frequently Asked Questions
Do I have to book in advance?
Due to the small size of our business and personal experience offered, we are not able to facilitate walk-ins.
How many guests can you accommodate?
Pastures and Colours and Botanicals Collection Tastings are limited to small groups of up to eight people for a more personal experience. For larger groups, please contact us directly.
Are the experienceS accessible?
We are happy to offer an accessibility option for vineyard tours by vehicle. Please let us know your needs when booking.
Can children JOIN MY TASTING?
While our experiences are designed for adults, please let us know in advance if children will be accompanying you.
Can I bring my pet?
To protect our vineyard and guests, pets are not permitted in the tasting room or vineyard areas.