The vineyard is situated in the cool-climate subregion of Red Hill at an altitude of 146 metres above sea level. The estate vines are 14 years old and are grown on a distinctive Lyre or U-shaped trellis. They provide 50% of the fruit for this wine. The remaining 50% comes from a contracted grower in Moorooduc, a slightly warmer site that adds complexity and a layered dimension to the wine. The Mornington Peninsula is influenced by the cooling maritime climate, which helps the grapes retain acidity as they ripen. The soils are generally red basalt, storing sufficient water supplies to irrigate the vine through the warm summer. These soils result from ancient lava flows, are iron-rich, moderately fertile and drain surface water easily. This produces healthy vines with deep root systems, producing high-quality berries that translate into intense, concentrated wines.