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Brookfields Vineyards (1977) Ltd

Welcome

History

Brookfields Vineyards, situated alongside the glistening waters of the Tutaekuri River, between Napier and Hastings, was founded in 1937.

The winery was purchased by the current owner, Peter Robertson, in 1977, who has since transformed Brookfields into a leading winery for New Zealand premium wines.

Brookfields is built on tradition and sustainability, combining the best techniques from the past and today, to produce exciting wines each year from their own or shared ownership Hawke's Bay vineyards.

The history of Brookfields is revealed in the handmade 25mm concrete blocks used to build the winery and the cellar in the 1930s. These hand-made blocks create the perfect environment for ageing great wines and keeping the cellar cool during Hawke's Bay's hot summers.

Brookfields produces between 8,000 and 10,000 cases of wine each year. In a great vintage that won't change a great deal.

There is no desire to push up volumes and chase expansion when there's the challenge of creating an even more dramatic wine.

Vineyard

The Brookfields winemaking philosophy is to make fruit-driven wines that are enjoyable in their youth, go well with food and for those that can resist temptation, wines that respond well to cellaring.

Chardonnay grapes surround the home estate and winery. We only use varieties that are grown within Hawke's Bay, matching the vine to its preferred soil type, aspect and microclimate. Peter has always had a great eye for detail, getting things just right and the wines are his measure.

Brookfields Gold Label Cabernet Merlot doesn't go chasing awards, but awards and accolades just keep coming with every vintage. Brookfields has only exhibited twice in National Wine Shows in the last fifteen years -both times winning a gold medal.

The People

The following people are vital to the functioning of Brookfields Winery

WINERY

Peter Robertson
Owner / Winemaker

Sharon Robertson
Company Secretary

John Thirkell
Marketing Manager

RESTAURANT

Gavin Leigh
Head Chef

Dana Leigh
Maitre`d

Assistant Maitre`d