akitu

akitu akitu; the summit, apex or highest point. A Wanaka vineyard dedicated to growing exceptional Pinot Noir.

In the south of New Zealand there lies a beautiful and powerful place called Central Otago. This land, dominated by rivers and mountains and shaped by glaciers, has become the most intriguing place in the new world to grow Pinot Noir – the capricious one. Akitu, in Maori, means the summit, the apex or the highest point. We called our wine that because at 380 metres above sea level we are right up

there, right on the grape growing edge, against the alps and in the southern most winemaking region on earth. Here our entire vineyard, which we planted in 2002, is dedicated to Pinot Noir - that’s all we grow - and the very best of our harvest makes akitu. Our wines are available online and with distributors in New Zealand, Australia, UK, California and Europe. Please email us with any questions or comments, we'd love to hear from you.

24/04/2026
Akitu is just 10 minutes from Wānaka. Surrounded by open land, mountain ranges, and uninterrupted views in every directi...
08/04/2026

Akitu is just 10 minutes from Wānaka. Surrounded by open land, mountain ranges, and uninterrupted views in every direction, our vineyard is the location for your next event.

Enquire now for weddings and events in Wānaka for 2026 and 2027.

Photography — Kate Roberge Photography
Concept, Planning & Styling — Alexandra Kate

The team at akitu were thrilled to see everyone on such a gorgeous Glendhu Bay day at RIPE 2026 just a couple of weekend...
30/03/2026

The team at akitu were thrilled to see everyone on such a gorgeous Glendhu Bay day at RIPE 2026 just a couple of weekends ago! Always a good time.

Hope to see you all again here again in 2027.

There’s no single way to get married at akitu, and that’s the point.Between the vines, on an elevated platform, or under...
26/03/2026

There’s no single way to get married at akitu, and that’s the point.

Between the vines, on an elevated platform, or under a marquee with the mountains behind you. It’s a setting you shape around your day.

Wānaka vineyard weddings for 2026 & 2027 are now open. Visit akitu.wine/events or email [email protected].

Photography — Kate Roberge Photography
Concept, Planning & Styling — Alexandra Kate

We're back again at RIPE - The Wānaka Wine & Food Festival, and looking forward to pouring our Pinot Noir & Blanc vintag...
18/03/2026

We're back again at RIPE - The Wānaka Wine & Food Festival, and looking forward to pouring our Pinot Noir & Blanc vintages.

Come and see us at stand B7, sample & purchase Akitu wines & merch, and boogie to fabulous music including the legendary Sir Dave Dobbin. The weather is looking spectacular for Saturday yet again.

“Akitu’s Pinot noir Blanc has finally come of age”, Peter Dean from TheBuyer.
09/12/2025

“Akitu’s Pinot noir Blanc has finally come of age”, Peter Dean from TheBuyer.

28/10/2025

Mr Frost Boss awakened from the winter slumber and rose to the new season last week. Which is perfect timing for the overnight snow, near 0℃ temps, and looming frost forecasts!

Our friends celebrating the best of Central Otago wine! Grab a ticket and head along if you're in the area.Edge of the W...
23/10/2025

Our friends celebrating the best of Central Otago wine! Grab a ticket and head along if you're in the area.

Edge of the World Supper Club
📆Thursday 20th November
📍The Laundry Restaurant

EDGE OF THE WORLD CLUB🍷🍽️ Introducing Kiwi Cru’s first ever supper club!

We’re teaming up with our friends at for an intimate dinner series celebrating New Zealand’s most remarkable wine regions - one glass (and course) at a time.

First stop: Central Otago, aka legendary Pinot Noir country 🇳🇿.

Join us on Thursday 20 November for a bespoke 3-course menu by Kiwi Chef , paired with six top wines from NZ’s deep south. A night of epic flavours, great stories and expressive sub-regional wines.

📆 Tickets £85 – link in bio to grab your seat at the table!
📍 The Laundry, Brixton

🔜 Next Up: Hawke’s Bay Edition 29th January - Tickets go live on 3rd December 👀

There’s no set stage at Akitu, and that’s what makes it unique. Whether you’re planning a festival-style celebration, a ...
02/09/2025

There’s no set stage at Akitu, and that’s what makes it unique. Whether you’re planning a festival-style celebration, a marquee under the stars, or a ceremony tucked quietly between the vines, our space adapts to your vision.

We’ll help bring it to life, with access to power, water, bathrooms, and more. You bring the ideas. We’ll bring the view.

To find out more or arrange a site visit, get in touch with our team or visit https://akitu.wine/pages/events

Photography — Kate Roberge Photography
Concept, Planning & Styling — Alexandra Kate
Florals — The Green Room Flower Company
Paper Goods - Paper Darling
Furniture Hire — Flock Events
Furniture Hire & Dancefloor — Wanaka Marquee & Party Hire
Tableware Hire — Royal Laboratorie Event Hire & Design
Lighting —
Table Linens — Tble.
Candles — Revel & Light
Cake — Sophie Roseanna Cakes

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69 Maxwell Road
Wanaka
9382

Telephone

+642102793201

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