Vineyard
Meres
Planted to Pinot Noir, except for a quarter acre planted to Pinot Gris. Further east and lower down the slope from the other pinot plantings lies the Meres vineyard. The name originates from the surrounding water bodies. It has greater exposure to both the north, west and east and the soil is different to the other vineyards. It has less topsoil but a much higher sand content. The incidence of pebbles is also the lowest of all the Pinot Noir vineyards. This results in vines of lower vigour, due to the exposure, but also lower levels of stress, due to the sand content.The resulting wine has much gentler tannins and lighter colour. It has a greater level of perfume and a more feminine structure. Although it will improve markedly with age, it is the most approachable young.
