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Cracroft Chase |
The vineyard is in a picturesque cul-de-sac valley nestled at the foot of the Christchurch Port Hills. Between 1998 and 1999, five hectares were planted with Pinot Gris, on grafted rootstock. Sheltered on three sides by hills clad in forestry, and fully open to the Nor'West, the valley enjoys a special micro climate. The "U" trellising system allows air and sun through the canopy, making spraying against botrytis unnecessary. Summer plucking and harvesting are done by hand. The grapes are processed in the onsite winery, with state-of-the-art Italian machinery. Winemaker Alistair Gardner uses a combination of lees stirring and malolactic fermentation to add complexity to the wine. Alessandro and Wilma Laryn, who immigrated from Italy in 1996, own and manage the vineyard, also marketing and distributing the wine directly. |
| Contact |
| Phone:
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+64 3 3379339 - |
| Fax:
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+64 3 3379577 |
| Other:
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+64 27 2288682 |
Postal
Address: |
110 Shalamar Drive, Cashmere, CHRISTCHURCH 8002 |
Delivery
Address: |
same as above |
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| Staff |
| Owner:
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Alessandro & Wilma Laryn |
| Manager:
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Alessandro Laryn |
| Marketing:
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Wilma Laryn |
| Winemaker:
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Alistair Gardner |
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| Producer Details
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| Vineyards:
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5 |
| Production:
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3,000/4,000 |
| Winery Tours:
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No |
| Newsletter:
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No |
| Wineclub:
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No |
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| Sales |
| Cellar Door:
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Yes |
| Internet: |
Yes |
| Direct Mail:
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No |
| Via Retailers: |
Yes |
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