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Two expressions. One extraordinary place.
Founded by Rudi Bauer in 1998, Quartz Reef is a Demeter-certified biodynamic wine estate in Bendigo, Central Otago, New Zealand. Here, we make Pinot Noir that reflects the character of each growing season, alongside Méthode Traditionnelle sparkling wines crafted entirely in-house and given time to evolve. Both begin in the vineyard, and both continue to deepen our understanding of this remarkable place. Pinot Noir captures the character of a season. Méthode Traditionnelle asks us to follow that character through the years.
At Quartz Reef, both have shaped our journey in Bendigo, guided by curiosity, patience and a deep connection to the land. Along the way, our wines have received recognition in New Zealand and internationally. Most recently, The Real Review named Rudi Bauer Vigneron of the Year 2026 and recognised Quartz Reef among New Zealand’s Top 5 wineries. We value these acknowledgements, and our greatest reward remains in the vineyard itself, following the rhythm of the seasons, caring for the land and sharing a little of this remarkable place with you in every glass.
Quartz Reef began with Rudi Bauer’s early belief in the potential of Bendigo. We planted our estate in 1998 and began making traditional method sparkling alongside Pinot Noir, two bold ideas in a region still establishing its reputation. That pioneering spirit continues to guide us today.
We farm our Bendigo estate as a living system, building healthy soils, encouraging biodiversity and helping the vines meet each season in balance. Our vineyard is Demeter-certified biodynamic and our winery BioGro-certified organic.
The same responsibility continues in the winery, where we work to reduce waste, improve energy and water use, and make practical changes with long-term value. The aim is simple: to leave the estate stronger than we found it.
At the top of Cromwell’s Pinot Noir Drive, our Cellar Door is tucked inside the Quartz Reef winery. The pace changes with the season, from rows of bottles quietly ageing on lees to the bustle of bottling, disgorging and daily cellar work.
Join us for a relaxed, personal tasting through our Méthode Traditionnelle, Pinot Noir and estate wines, with the sights and sounds of the winery around you.
Open Monday to Friday, 12pm–4pm, at 8 Hughes Crescent, Cromwell. Bookings recommended.
Our Central Otago wine club brings you closer to Quartz Reef through flexible wine selections, limited releases, member invitations and thoughtful benefits throughout the year.
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