The vineyard is situated in the upper Wairau River Valley on several old river terraces laid down centuries ago. Planted on silt over free draining alluvial gravels, it has plenty of horsepower available to ripen Sauvignon Blanc in a way that captures the essence of Marlborough. Cool nights and hot days mean the bright acidity is protected and flavors and aromatics are lifted. Marlborough in Autumn 2019 was dry and warm. Blocks were carefully managed with shade provided by a little extra leaf cover seen as a real benefit and essential in retaining bright flavors and acidity.