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FIRST ASCENT

Elevate Your Wine Journey

Exceptional Central Otago wines. Rare cellar access. An insider’s journey, from our peaks to your door.

As a First Ascent member, you’ll enjoy hand‑selected wines delivered straight to your door, with each of our three pack options highlighting the best of Mount Michael with premium single vineyard releases from across Central Otago.

This wine club is made for both everyday enjoyment and special occasions, keeping your cellar stocked with wines you love and no lock‑in commitments.

Our First Ascent Subscriptions Unpacked

  • Select your preferred pack

    Choose from the Aromatics Trio, Pinot Noir Trio, or The First Ascent Collection.

  • Receive your order

    Handpicked wines accompanied by detailed tasting notes, food pairing ideas and storage tips.

  • Manage your membership

    You have full flexibility to adjust your delivery schedule, update your selection, or cancel whenever you like.

Plus, when you join the full collection, you access a 20% discount on all your additional purchases.

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Cromwell Heritage

EXPLORE

The Aromatics Trio

Fresh, expressive whites and rosé with structure, texture and aromatic lift.

Includes:

  • Chardonnay 2022: Pear, quince, toasted brioche. Creamy, refined and quietly complex.
  • Pinot Noir Rosé 2024: Strawberry, grapefruit zest, orange blossom. Crisp and perfumed
  • Pinot Gris 2023: Pear, stone fruit and ginger. Textural and dry with a long finish.

  • 10% member savings on all additional wine purchases.

$96 One Time| $86.40 Every Two Months

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Pinot Noir Central Otago

DISCOVER

Pinot Noir Trio

Our hand picked trio of Pinot Noirs, from vibrant new vintages to cellar worthy flagship wines.

Includes:

  • Bessies Block Pinot Noir 2021: Dark cherry, plum, oak spice and dried herbs. Rich, age worthy and complex.
  • Mount Michael Pinot Noir 2023: Red cherry, spice and chalky tannins. Bright and structured.
  • The Mountaineer Pinot Noir 2024: Raspberry, cherry and dried herbs. Elegant and smooth.

  • 10% member savings on all additional wine purchases.

$153 One Time | $137.70 Every Two Months

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AN EXPEDITION

THE ASCENT SIX

All Six Wines. Rare Library Gifts, Rewarded for Your Loyalty.

Every six months, you’ll receive the complete suite of Mount Michael wines – three Pinot Noirs, Chardonnay, Pinot Gris and Rosé – delivered to your door.

Inclusions:

  • Six curated wines, delivered every six months.
  • Every third shipment includes a rare gift from our private cellar, such as: A library vintage, a single-block bottling, or a cellared magnum.
  • 20% member savings on all additional wine purchases.
  • Exclusive referral rewards: Share 10% off with up to five friends or family members for 90 days.

$249.98 One Time | $199.98 Every Six Months

Unlock the Collection

Not just a subscription, an expedition.

Experience the adventure and craftsmanship at the heart of Mount Michael and The Mountaineer, with exclusive access to early release vintages and rotating library treasures, each hand-picked by our winemaker with flexible delivery, plus community rewards like virtual tastings, cellar invitations, and a celebratory gift after your first year, all true to the spirit of exploration and care that define our wines.

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    First Notice Of New Releases

    Cellar & Pre-Release wines

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    Invitations to Exclusive Wine Events & Wine Tastings

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    Prompt Delivery

    Free Delivery For Club Members
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