ARCHANGEL

Archangel is built on a foundation of hope, love and survival: a story of destiny. Seventy years ago in Arkhangel’sk, Siberia, two refugee girls began a courageous journey to freedom traversing continents to finally meet. A generation later, their children ensure that the same spirt inspires Archangel Vineyard.Guided by sustainable practices, the quest is to create balance and a pure expression of terroir, to craft wine of elegance and individuality; in short, a wine worthy of their achievement. “Understanding that we are guardians in the present, of this timeless land.”Archangel is a communion of all things that truly matter – It’s memorable moments with family and friends – It’s embracing a generosity of spirit – It’s respecting the whole tapestry of life.

Pete Bartle

Pete has established himself as one of Central Otago’s most successful and respected winemakers with his no nonsense, passionate approach to winemaking. This approach has led the Archangel wines he has made to be met by critical acclaim. Pete has been in the wine industry for 24 years with 16 of those as a winemaker in Central Otago. Pete loves vineyards and really enjoys working alongside the Archangel team getting to get know the site from the ground up. He believes wines are grown, with most of the good work done before the fruit arrives at the winery. It is his job to coerce the best out of the grapes the vineyard has produced and to make wines with poise, texture and balance.