Sustainability
It's the little things that add up
We're able to make great wine because of the land in which our grapes are grown. Being a family company, we are always conscious about what we are leaving behind for future generations. That’s why we were one of the first wineries in the Waipara Valley to have all our vineyards and winery accredited with Sustainable Winegrowing New Zealand (SWNZ). As we learn more about the environment and our impact upon it we are constantly evaluating our vineyard and winemaking practices. In every part of our business, we seek to identify, monitor and improve our impact on the environment.​​​
From wine to packaging
All our wine and packaging are made in New Zealand. From the bottle, cap, and box to the delivery pallet, everything is locally produced and fully recyclable.
In 2010, we switched to lighter, more economical bottles that use fewer resources, require less energy to transport, and make your shopping bag easier to carry.
Harnessing rainwater
All our vineyards are irrigated by ponds which collect rainwater during the winter. These ponds were originally dug by the sheep farmers in the area but as vines have replaced the sheep the system perfectly suits the needs of the vineyards. This means that during the long, dry summers that are synonymous with this area, we can irrigate all our vineyards with rainwater alone.
