About the Winery
Wine with a story
Award winning Wooing Tree is a family owned Central Otago single vineyard in Cromwell, specialising in Pinot Noir and the famous Blondie. Our vineyard Pink Moon is nestled below the Pisa Ranges, with our Cellar Door to be located in the centre of Cromwell opposite the big fruit sculpture, due for completion late 2023.
Our wines are predominately made from Pinot Noir including Blondie, Rose and a bubbles – Blondie & Co, we also produce Chardonnay, Gewurtzraminer and two late harvest wines to round out our portfolio.
Our name is has come from The Wooing Tree which is a local landmark that sat prominently in the middle of the original vineyard. The tree has long been a popular place for locals to woo their lovers, featuring in many couples love stories. The Wooing Tree is in its original location surrounded by parklands in the Wooing Tree Estate, where our new Cellar Door will be located with the perfect view of the tree.
Meet the Team
From 2025 – to present our head Winemaker is Austin Black, Austin is a passionate Senior Winemaker at VinPro with a deep connection to the land and a commitment to crafting expressive, terroir-driven wines. His journey began when he relocated from his native Ireland to New Zealand in 2006, pursuing Wine Science studies at Auckland University and immersing himself in the world of winemaking.
