Longbush Wines is a family-owned and operated winemaking company located in Gisborne, New Zealand. Owner John Thorpe has been winemaking for 32 years and still finds the annual harvest exciting and challenging, “there are always new developments in the business, different weather patterns affecting harvest, and new markets to explore”.

“With high, hot sunshine hours, fertile clay loam soils, and some of the most acclaimed winemakers in the country, Gisborne is famous for producing exceptional Chardonnay, Gewurztraminer, Viognier, Pinot Gris, Merlot, and Malbec”. Gisborne Wine Growers.

7km from Gisborne, on the banks of the Waimata river, the Longbush Eco-Sanctuary is a restoration project that will create a haven for endangered birds and plants. Anne and Jeremy Salmond, with the support of many friends and family, have embarked on this intrepid journey. Visit and support them at www.longbushreserve.org