Meniscus Wines
Wineries & Vineyards
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Wineries & Vineyards
Grown on the hillside of the Akaroa township our wines are made in the style of the north of France from Pinot Noir, Pinot Gris and Riesling grapes
The vineyard was formed and planted in 1998 and 1999 with all the plants facing north overlooking Akaroa. The grapes cover an area of 2.1 hectares covering the volcanic ground.
We have a small depth of topsoil, a thin layer of clay and then volcanic rock below, giving the wine its unique flavour. Our annual rainfall is 500-1,000mm so no irrigation is required.
We produce 3-4,000 bottles each year and our vintages are available for purchase at the Cellar Door as well as in local restaurants and shops.
At Meniscus wines, you can often expect to be greeted by David, who is usually around the vineyard or Cellar Door. While Gay, well you just may well find her entertaining her wonderful Monarch Butterflies, in the custom built Butterfly enclosure where you are welcome to come and see the life cycle of this beautiful Butterfly.
