Paul Pujol and the heart of Prophet’s Rock

Winemaker Paul Pujol takes you on a personal journey from Alsace to Central Otago, sharing how a life spent making wine across the world led him to the rugged hills of Prophet’s Rock.

In this episode, Paul tells his story:

Crafting wine from Languedoc and Sancerre to becoming the first foreign head winemaker at Maison Kuentz-Bas in Alsace.

The moment he first drove up to the Bendigo vineyard and felt the pull of its stunning terroir.

Returning to New Zealand in 2005 to join Prophet’s Rock and help shape it into one of Central Otago’s benchmark wineries.

Collaborating with Burgundian winemaker François Millet to create the acclaimed Cuvée Aux Antipodes Pinot Noir and Chardonnay.

Explaining the meticulous process behind Prophet’s Rock Vin de Paille, their delicately crafted sweet wine.

It’s a story of global experience, deep respect for terroir, and bold collaborations — qualities that continue to shape Prophet’s Rock and have earned several of its wines a place in The Real Review Wine Classification.

The Real Review Wine Classification comprises the greatest wines of Australia and New Zealand with an outstanding track record of a decade or longer.

It’s a guide built not on hype or price, but on true quality, tasted blind, year after year.

1 Merit wines: Wines that reliably achieve gold and silver ribbons, with top vintages achieving 95 points or more.

2 Merit wines: Wines that achieve gold and high silver ribbons, with top vintages achieving 96 points or more.

3 Merit wines: Iconic wines of the country, wines of true provenance and exemplary track record. Top vintages will score 98 points or more.

The list of Prophet's Rock's Classified wines:
Prophet's Rock Home Vineyard Pinot Noir
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Prophet's Rock Pinot Gris
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Prophet's Rock Dry Riesling
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