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BRUNTON ROAD WINES was etablished when Richard and Kirsten Searle returned from overseas to live on the family vineyard. Along with Richard’s parents, Philip and Margot they have grown grapes for more than a decade and wanted to produce a range of wines, highlightling Gisborne as a region of quality and diversity. From the very first plantings, emphasis has been placed on viticultural excellence as the starting point for producing these wines, which reflect the flavoursome and elegant characteristics of the Gisborne fruit. With 35 hectares of vineyard situated in the Patutahi Plateau and Riverpoint regions, the warm climate and deep soils offer the texture and complexity showcased in our selection of fine wines.

OUR VINEYARD TEAM
Our wines are predominantly made in the vineyard. From the low yielding vines, to the gently picked whole bunches, every viticultural attention is provided by Logie MacKenzie, our Vineyard Manager, producing premium fruit to craft a great wine.
Logie, originally from Inverness, Scotland, hails from four generations who have made their living from the land and has called Gisborne home for the past 4 years.
Logie was recently joined by John Ratama, as Vineyard Assistant, and both are now playing an integral part in the development of our new Matawhero block.