Named after the stunning Amphitheatre single vineyard site in the Omaka Valley, Settlement is dedicated entirely to the production of old vine, single vineyard wines from very special, organic sites in the Wairau and the Southern Valleys, renowned for their silty clay loams.

The wines they make – a Sauvignon Blanc, Chardonnay, Riesling and Pinot Noir - are well suited to Marlborough’s soil profile and cool climate, but key to understanding Settlement’s approach is their focus on organic farming practices and letting the unique terroir shine through to create elegant, complex and structured wines. Any variation in season is embraced in the winery during the winemaking process.

Steve and his team produce four single vineyard wines from sites located in the Southern and Wairau Valleys. Each vineyard site was selected based on its location, vine age and viticulture regime to achieve their desired style for each wine.

In addition to Settlement Vineyard in the Southern Valleys, they source fruit for Chardonnay from Poplars Vineyard, also in the Southern Valleys, as well as Riesling from Ashmore, and Sauvignon Blanc from Heritage – both vineyards in the Wairau Valley. Settlement was planted in 2009, but the other vineyards are older, dating back to the 1990s.

They take great pride in crafting exquisite wines that reflect the unique character of each individual vineyard block and the land from which the fruit is sourced.

According to Steve, “By choosing exceptional vineyards sites, little is required in the winery”.