Only produced three times since its launch in 2017, the 2023 vintage of this unusual wine is now available. Initially created to commemorate 25 years of Lawson’s Dry Hills, Ranu, Māori for ‘mixture’, is a co-fermentation of Pinot Gris, Riesling and Gewurztraminer. Usually, a blend is made from individual wines that have been fermented separately and then ‘married together’ in varying proportions depending on the desired style. The difference with Ranu, is that the three grape varieties are actually fermented together. The reason this wine is not produced every year, is that conditions have to ..read more

Lawson’s Dry Hills has made the decision to leave current distributor, EuroVintage, and partner with Nelson-based Kahurangi Estate. LDH General Manager, Sion Barnsley said, “We have enjoyed working with the EuroVintage team and will be sorry to end the co-operative and friendly relationship, but we feel it’s time to work with a smaller company where we can add value as one of only two New Zealand wine brands.” He continues, “We’re keen to get back to grass-roots sales and building direct relationships with customers with a smaller, ‘hands-on’ team.” Also commenting on the move, Kahurangi Estat ..read more

The UN declare, “Public health and prosperity, food and energy systems, economic productivity and environmental integrity all rely on a well-functioning and equitably managed water cycle.” They go on to say, “Water is not just a resource; it’s a lifeline. As climate change impacts increase, there is an urgent need, within and between countries, to unite around protecting and conserving our most precious resource.” World Water Day on March 22, 2024, is themed ‘Water for Peace’ which is likely to resonate more than ever before. With water scarcity a growing concern, we felt it timely to reflect ..read more

Try this delicious easy to prepare, tasty recipe from our friends at Sabato. We suggest pairing it with our bright, fresh, aromatic Riesling! Serves 4 1 packet Girolomoni linguine Extra virgin olive oil 3 Tbsp Pons capers 6 small tins Callipo tuna in chilli oil 4 pieces Sabato Julie Le Clerc preserved lemons, chopped Pons or Colonna lemon extra virgin olive oil, drizzle Italian parsley, chopped Cook pasta in large pot of salted water for 4 minutes or until al dente, make sure to save some pasta water. Fry capers in tablespoon of olive oil until a litt ..read more

Love Riesling? Then today is your day! March 13 is International Riesling Day, the perfect time to enjoy this versatile and delicious grape variety. Wine lovers the world over will be indulging in every style from bone dry, to off-dry, medium, sweet and late harvest. Its naturally high acidity gives it incredible ageing potential, especially the top expressions from regions such as the Mosel in Germany, Alsace in France, and indeed right here in Marlborough, New Zealand! Enjoy a special flight of three aged Lawson’s Dry Hills single vineyard Rieslings today at our cellar door and experience ho ..read more

Meet Glen Turner, self-taught artist from Christchurch, whose creative haven at “The Lobe” is dedicated to sustainability and storytelling through art. Glen’s work, centered around breathing life into recycled materials, is a vibrant celebration of history, resilience and the beauty found in the discarded. The Artistic Journey Q: How did you become an artist? A: Throughout my life, I’ve been a tinkerer, creating and building on my days off from my job as a Paramedic. After moving to New Zealand, I decided to focus on what I enjoyed the most – the flexible world of art. It’s a mix of excitement ..read more

So good that we thought we’d do it again. While stocks last, with every six bottles purchased from our website or cellar door, you will receive a 2-pack of these our unbreakable wine tumblers as our gift to you! Shop now With all this hot weather (thanks, El Niña or El Niño?!) sipping something cool in the shade is a lovely thing to do – with our unbreakable wine tumblers, so that you can enjoy your favourite drop by the pool, at the beach or anywhere else! Reusable, recyclable and shatterproof these plastic tumblers give the appearance of glass whilst being durable. Tumblers will automaticall ..read more

In the leadup to Marlborough’s biggest event of the year, the Marlborough Wine and Food Festival, William Woodworth from the Marlborough Weekly chats to Belinda Jackson about what to expect. Belinda is the brainchild behind Vinyl in the Vines, playing in the Groove Garden this year. Having been to every festival since 2003 (and a couple before that), Belinda shares tips on where to head, what to taste and what the DJ’s have in store at the Groove Garden. She also mentions the wonderful Ranu, a co-ferment of Riesling, Pinot Gris and Gewurztraminer. First made in 2017 to commemorate 25 vintages ..read more

Angela Maritz’s took art at school in South Africa where she grew up. She describes it as a country of vast contrasts in landscape, wildlife and culture. “The ever-present pendulums of peace versus conflict, justice versus corruption, harmony versus lawlessness and the massive divide between rich and poor – all of these, intermingled with my own family history and experiences, influence the artist I am today”, she says. Angela got hooked when she discovered she could use art as a way of expressing herself. “I realised that if I could paint how I was feeling, as well as how I wanted to feel, I ..read more

We’re excited to have Vinyl in the Vines back at home base! Come and relive the original ViV back at home base, the Lawson’s Dry Hills courtyard! Sounds by DJs Mr Slice, Dai and Boom, beer by Boom Town, food by Boom Chef and Cloudy Bay Clams. Oh and wine by LDH! We got SMASHED last time – which was fun but challenging (!). This time limited tickets sales – get yours here for just $10! The post Vinyl in the Vines: “The Original” appeared first on Lawson's Dry Hills ..read more