Vineyard Block: Lakeview

Block Name: Lakeview

The only Riesling block on the entire property and also on the warmest and most exposed ridge. 2010 Akarua Riesling is the inaugural release.

Hectare: 3.66
Height above Sea Level: 271 – 323m
Aspect & Orientation: North/South than most of our other blocks. Steep, variable contours and sharp changes in elevation.
Soil breakdown: Contains more broken schist than any other block so management for water and nutrients more critical here than on lower and flatter blocks.
Year planted: 2000
Variety planted: Pinot Noir
Clones: 777
Trellis System: 2 Cane VSP
Final Wine Destination: Akarua Pinot Noir