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As part of our 40 years on the land we’ve colaborated with Reid Brothers Distilling here in Martinborough.
We have really enjoyed working with Chris Reid of Reid Brothers Distilling to produce the Kahu Vermouth. Chris was Helen’s assistant winemaker for five years and his last vintage was 2017. This Vermouth is made from 2017 Kahu Dessert wine. Chris has blended in Wormwood, Grapefruit, Fennel tips, Angelica root, Manuka leaf and Coriander seeds, the result a wonderful aromatic blend with a gorgeous richness. This is a one-off, with limited production.
Nga Waka was established at Martinborough in 1988. We are a family-owned winegrower producing small volumes of fine Martinborough wine from estate-grown grapes. Our name is taken from Nga Waka A Kupe (The Canoes of Kupe). The three hills, which lie side by side like upturned canoes, form the backdrop for the town of Martinborough and its surrounds.
Legend has it that the hills were formed by the three canoes of the famed Polynesian explorer Kupe, which were carried inland by a huge earthquake and came to rest in the valley behind Martinborough.
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