Fancrest
Draped over the seaward slopes of the Waipara Valley in North Canterbury, New Zealand, our vineyard estate is protected from the cold easterlies winds that punish Christchurch, less than an hour's drive to the south. The north facing fan harnesses the warmth of the sun. Free draining limestone clays over fragmented marls effectively limit vigour, and keep the canopy open and airy. In spring frosty air drains down into the valley, protecting the vines from cold damage. High levels of active lime across parts of this slope are ideal for growing Pinot Noir with classic structure and age-ability.The resulting wines have a distinctive and traditional profile, with textures and scents undoubtedly derived from the limestone clays into which the vines have sunk their roots. Fancrest wines are made solely from grapes grown on the Estate. The vineyard, winery and farm are BioGro (#5124) certified.
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