Journey back to 1870

Journey back to 1870, when James McArthur first set foot on the Waikerikeri Valley.

Settling at the end of what we now cherish as McArthur Road, the dream of a vineyard seemed distant—until a source of water turned arid land into potential in the 1990s.

Nestled amidst the stunning contrasts of Central Otago’s snowy peaks and broad rivers, McArthur Ridge became a beacon of dedication and passion.

A testament to dreams that grow amidst challenges.