Pyramid Valley
Pyramid Valley crafts wines from its dramatic, high-altitude estate in Waikari, North Canterbury, where limestone and clay soils produce some of New Zealand’s most profound Pinot Noir and Chardonnay.
Farmed biodynamically and made with minimal intervention—using indigenous yeasts, gentle handling, and little to no filtration—the wines are a pure expression of place, capturing the unique character of this remarkable site.
At the pinnacle are the Botanical wines, named after the native plant life that surrounds each vineyard parcel, offering deeply site-specific expressions. Alongside these, Pyramid Valley also produces Appellation wines sourced from exceptional growers across North Canterbury, Marlborough, and Central Otago—crafted in a style that reflects the regional nuances of each area.
The Manata Central Otago Pinot Noir is a standout example—elegant, expressive, and a true reflection of the region’s depth and purity.
Pyramid Valley
Pyramid Valley was founded in 2000 by Mike and Claudia Weersing after a 15-year search for the ideal vineyard site, eventually settling on the dramatic limestone and clay slopes of Waikari in North Canterbury, New Zealand. Guided by biodynamic principles and minimal intervention winemaking, the estate quickly gained recognition for producing exceptional Pinot Noir and Chardonnay with a profound sense of place.
In 2017, the estate entered a new chapter under the ownership of Steve Smith MW and Brian Sheth, while maintaining the same unwavering commitment to terroir-driven wines that honestly reflect the land they come from.
