The Pinot Noir grapes come from a single vineyard planted in south-westerly facing blocks on the upper reaches of the farm in sandy, gravelly and highly weathered soils with a clay substructure. This aspect ensures that these vines are cooled during the summer by the prevailing sea winds. The breezes blow directly off the ocean in both a south-easterly and south-westerly direction, providing consistent coolness throughout the summer, with temperatures seldom reaching above 30°C. The Chardonnay component comes from a selected block grown in gravel soils, which allows good drainage and produces grapes with a fresh, elegant profile. This cool microclimate creates a slow ripening period, allowing the grapes to build flavour complexity and produce naturally balanced wines. The vineyards are cultivated concerning the vines, soil, and environment. The grapes were hand-harvested.