The Vineyard
Our grapes for our single vineyard wines are sourced from the L’Attitude Vineyard, situated in the Pisa sub-region of the Cromwell basin. This top quality vineyard is planted in Pinot Noir, Pinot Gris and Pinot Blanc, and is certified sustainable through the Sustainable Winegrowing New Zealand (SWNZ) programme.
Nevis Bluff has a key role in the Central Otago wine industry and is aptly named the ‘Pinot Specialist’ - reflecting the vineyard’s ambition to produce distinctive Pinot Gris and Pinot Noir wines.
Our Vineyard
Crafting Exceptional Wines
L' Attitude Vineyard is a stunning 20 hectare site in the Lowburn / Pisa Central Otago sub-region.
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The combination of high-growing-degree days, cool nights, and free draining Waenga loam soils. The vineyard has been managed by our same Viticultrist for over 15 years and is regarded as one of the most spectacular growing sites with an Olive grove planted alongside. Our vineyard is certified through the Sustainable Wine Growing New Zealand Programme (SWNZ)
Plantings include
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• Pinot Noir – Clones: 10/5, 667, 777, 115, UCD5/6 & Abel
• Pinot Gris – Clones: Church, 40A ,7A & Packspur
• Pinot Blanc – Clones: GM2
• Chardonnay- Clones: 95
Our Winemaker
"Central Otago is where my heart is. Making Pinot Noir with amazing people in a great place, supported by family."
Matt Connell, Winemaker
Team
Our Passionate Crew
Nevis Bluff is built on the passion, experience and dedication of our small team.
Our General Manager - Paul - has decades of experience managing some of New Zealand's greatest wineries, whilst our Winemaker - Matt Connell - is renowned for delivering wines that have been ranked amongst the worlds finest.
Paul Donaghy
General Manager
Matt Connell
Winemaker