Comprising 40 acres of gently rolling hills overlooking the Heretaunga plains, this boutique property encompasses the ideal terroir for both grapes & olives.

With views out across the beautiful Hawkes Bay, from Napier Hill to Cape Kidnappers, its north facing slopes are ideally suited to capture optimal sun and are comprised of rich clays and a limestone substrate.

Carefully chosen varietals, rootstocks & clones have been matched to the distinctive, site-specific microclimate in an effort to complement & enhance these wines and exhibit the unique essence of Hawkes Bay.

The comprehensive, hands-on vineyard care ensures a balanced canopy with low yield, high quality fruit, providing winemaker Pieter Koopman with a solid base from which he creates these exceptional wines of outstanding quality.

 

THE VINEYARD

The Syrah plantings are 100% heritage clone (also known as MS or Limmer).  Fairly dense plantings at 1.6 x 1.2 meter spacing coupled with the natural exposure that comes with hillside locations, ensures naturally lower yielding vines, approximately 1.5kg per vine. 

The VSP trellising require only light top and side trimming and a 50% morning side leaf plucking in the fruiting zone to allow first light into to the bunches.  Hand picking and gentle destemming ensure this special fruit reaches the fermenter in immaculate condition.

Our Chardonnay plantings are slightly less dense at 1.6 x 1.5m allowing for a bit more air movement and light.  Yields are also quite low at about 2kg per vine.  Similar canopy treatment to Syrah with the exception of 50% leaf plucking on both side of the fruiting zone to allow improved air and light exposure. 

Again, hand picking and then immediate whole bunch pressing ensure fresh pristine chardonnay juice which is then put directly to barrel for fermentation.

 

2010 CHARDONNAY

Pale straw colour and soft aromatic lilt promises a pristine, penetrating and refreshing wine.  An aromatic array comprised of biscuit, hazelnut, lemon blossom, flint and peach pip mesh for a complex bouquet.  The palate possesses a nice even richness and warmth which is poised by a subtle phenolic texture and fresh acidity. This wine is wonderfully rich and complete with a long, complex finish and an attractive mineral flair balancing the fruits’ natural sweetness.

 

Cellaring:  4 – 7 years from vintage

 

210 cases produced  

$35.00 per bottle

 

EXTRA VIRGIN OLIVE OIL

Hand picking and cold pressing is essential to obtain oil with optimal character and low acidity.  This award-winning oil is made primarily from Gidon olives, combined with a light blend of Barnea, Manzanilla, Verdale, and Souri olives to round out the palate.

 

Its full-flavoured, dense, velvety texture has a fresh, grassy character with a peppery finish.

 

The golden green colour and vibrant piquancy makes it ideal for dressings, pestos, tapenades, drizzling on pasta, or just simply dipping.

500ml   $21.00 

250ml   $14.00 

100ml   $7.00 

 

BALSAMIC VINEGAR

 

This natural complement to our fine oil is made from grape must & aged in wooden casks. It is the ideal partner of our extra virgin olive oil in making delicious dippings or dressings.

 

500ml   $17.00 

250ml   $11.00 

100ml   $6.00 

 

SPICY DIPPING OIL

 

A zesty blend of oil, balsamic vinegar, garlic & spices.  This savoury concoction is perfect for dipping crusty breads or drizzling over pasta & salads. Be ready for some garlic & spice!

100ml   $10.00