Hayden’s home vineyard is called ‘The Canyon’, which is near by the town of Tarras. With 3.3 ha planted, the first harvest from it was in 2006. Clones 115, 667and 5 are planted in a particularly sheltered valley. 777 is planted in 2 higher blocks. There are plans to expand the plantings. ‘The Canyon’ single vineyard wine is made only in exceptional years. Hayden works with Antony Worch of Alexandra Vintners, where his Central Otago Wines are made. The Marlborough wines are made in Blenheim under contract with specific inputs by Hayden, who decides the final blending. www.kurukuru.co.nzwww.tarrasvineyards.com
FEATURED WINES IN THIS REVIEW
- Kuru Kuru Marlborough Sauvignon Blanc 2014
- Kuru Kuru Central Otago Pinot Gris 2014
- Kuru Kuru Central Otago Pinot Noir 2013
- Joss Bay Central Otago Pinot Noir 2014
- Tarras Vineyards Marlborough Sauvignon Blanc 2014
- Tarras Vineyards ‘The Canyon’ Central Otago Pinot Noir 2013
- Tarras Vineyards ‘The Canyon’ Central Otago Pinot Noir 2009