FISTONICH FAMILY VINEYARDS

A name synonymous with leadership in wine, Sir George Fistonich has a history of success but has always operated with an eye on the future.?In 2021, not content with retirement, Sir George embarked on a new venture: Fistonich Family Vineyards, fuelled by his passion for viticulture, the art of winemaking and developing future talents and creating world-class brands.

Today, Fistonich Family Vineyards owns incredible vineyards across Hawkes Bay and Marlborough, including Cornerstone in the Gimblett Gravels and Ballochdale in the Awatere Valley. And on the horizon, Sir George is poised to unveil his flagship winery brand, crafted from his cherished Terraced vineyard site in Bayview, Hawkes Bay. A significant site for the New Zealand wine industry, one that Sir George himself meticulously planted over three decades ago.

Chief Winemaker is Michelle Richardson, known for her extraordinary ability to translate the essence of a country, region, vineyard, or even a single row into the vibrant expressions found within the wines she crafts. What is truly exciting for the New Zealand and Hawkes Bay wine scene is the winery restaurant and cellar door that will come in 2024. Envision sunlit patios that stretch out before you, overlooking terraced vineyards and the South Pacific Ocean.

As Fistonich Family Vineyards begins to build a diverse wine portfolio, the initial offerings are dedicated to providing a joyful and delicious range of crowd-pleasing wines. Among the first wines to be released are the Obliix and Forest Flower Collection wines.