tai <sea>
tira <traveller>
Our philosophy is simple; to produce classically-styled wines with vibrant aromas and fresh flavours, minerality and purity of expression. Our vineyards are fed by the pure waters of the Waihopai and Wairau Valleys – quintessentially and expressively New Zealand.
Tai Tira, or the Sea Traveller represents the journey undertaken by our wines to faraway lands to be enjoyed by all. It emulates the journey undertaken by those who settled in New Zealand and shared the land with future generations.
Our Tai Tira range evokes a pure, pristine & authentic experience, with each sip instantly transporting you to the picturesque vineyards of New Zealand.
vineyard
Located on the north eastern tip of New Zealand’s South Island is our home in Marlborough. Our viticulture team work closely to produce world class Sauvignon Blanc & Pinot Noir off sustainabily managed vineyards. Each vintage, exemplary care & attention to detail are afforded to our Tai Tira wines.
Covering the exciting sub-regions of Wairau, Southern Valleys and Awatere Valley, with diverse soils and distinct meso-climates. The cool maritime climate, long warm sunny days and cool nights are ideal for growing grapes, and the free draining alluvial soils allow for the retention of ample natural acidity and classic minerality.
varietals
Sauvignon Blanc
Dating back to France in the 18th century, Sauvignon Blanc is known and recognised by wine connoisseurs all around the world. The translation of ‘sauvignon’ – sauvage ‘wild’ and ‘vigne’ ‘vine’ & ‘blanc’ being ‘white’ connects deeply with the varietals relatively new history in New Zealand.
In the early 1970’s, Sauvignon Blanc vines first made the journey to New Zealand and herein lies the beginning of our love affair with this very distinctive varietal. This crisp, dry and aromatic style has an array of characteristics which include fresh cut grass, tropical fruits and citrus. Our winemaking is relatively straightforward and the minimal intervention approach and simple processes such as the use of stainless steel for fermentation allows for fruit expression.
