14th March 2024

Our winery team is completing the daily task of plunging the cap.

In winemaking, the ‘cap’ consists of grape skins, pips, and pulp, which are lifted to the top of the vats by the carbon dioxide naturally produced during the first fermentation process. Plunging the cap (or Pigeage) refers to the traditional process of submerging the cap back into the liquid (must) to extract the colour, tannins, and flavour of the grape solids.This process also ensures that the cap stays moist to prevent bacteria growth, which could potentially spoil the beautiful wine below. 

Meanwhile, in the vineyard, the team has Sangiovese, Shiraz, and Cabernet left on the vines to harvest.

5th March 2024

We have officially reached the midway stage of our 2024 vintage. This week, our team is primarily engaged in harvesting the remaining Pinot Noir, Chardonnay, Riesling, and Rosé. The last to be collected will be Shiraz, Cabernet, Late Harvest Riesling, and our new alternate varieties.

26th February 2024

Our vineyard team is working extremely hard, currently picking Pinot Noir grapes from our Scotchmans Hill vines, resulting in the earliest harvest of Pinot Noir grapes.

Most varieties are expected to be picked by the end of next week, with only Shiraz and Chardonnay left on the vines. Having all of the grapes harvested will put our vineyard team 3 and a half weeks in advance of last year's vintage.

9th February 2024

Our vintage season is officially underway, marking the earliest start to vintage in 40 years. A busy and very exciting time ahead for our Winery and Viticulture teams as we head into harvest. 

7th February 2024

The newly established 16.5-acre Chardonnay vineyard is displaying strong, impressive growth.