Gibbston Valley

Inspired by his passion for winemaking, our founder, Alan Brady, planted his first vines in Gibbston in the early 1980s. At 45 degrees south of the equator, his vines were right on the knife-edge of possibility for grape cultivation. Everyone thought that it was too cold for grapes here, but Brady had a hunch, and he was right. After his initial plantings, Alan realised the trials and tribulations of being a winemaker. He learned that certain ...

Located in the Gibbston and Bendigo sub-regions, our sites are complex, concentrated and balanced.

Our region has a semi-continental climate with extreme diurnal rhythms. As a result, temperatures can fluctuate during the growing season between 30 degrees C, daytime and 5 degrees C, at night. These intricate environments are reflected in our wines. Combined with vineyard site altitude, aspect and soil type, the fruit's acidity is preserved ...

A taste of place, history and tradition captured in each of our wine ranges. We offer four distinct ranges. Each one showcases our distinct Central Otago varietals, handcrafted with fruit from our Gibbston and Bendigo vineyards. 

Our wines have been recognised worldwide for creating and redefining the measure of New Zealand wines. Attracting strong and consistent critical acclaim, they are handcrafted using classical techniques. As a result...