AKITU

Set in the heart of Central Otago's Wanaka subregion, our 12-hectare vineyard sits alone at 380 metres above sea level on a stunning north facing slope that hides a special geology. Here we are obsessively dedicated to the production of exceptional Pinot Noir, in fact it's all we grow. The vineyard was established in 2002 and after a decade of care our patience was rewarded with consistently exceptional fruit and so in 2012 Akitu, which means the apex or summit, was born. This is fine wine from a fine and unique place - Central Otago at its exceptional best.

PJ Charteris

PJ joined us to expertly handle our 2012 debut vintage, he can justifiably be regarded as a New World pinot expert having handled multiple vintages in some of the world's most exciting regions. He has an outstanding reputation as one of Australia's leading winemakers, is an active show judge and in 2010 the Hunter Valley Wine Industry honoured him with Winemaker of the Year.