Craggy RangeProducer from Hawke's Bay, New Zealand

Craggy Range of New Zealand's dedication to sustainability and innovation is reflected in their wines, masterfully blending fruit purity with complexity and finesse.

"Craggy Range Winery sets the benchmark for New Zealand wine, with each bottle a testament to the Hawke's Bay's diverse terroir and meticulous craftsmanship." - Wine Spectator

Founded in the late 1990s by the Peabody family, Craggy Range emerged with the ambition of creating single-vineyard wines that could rival the world's best. This ambition was underpinned by a pioneering spirit and a profound respect for the terroir, setting the stage for the winery's distinctive approach to viticulture and vinification.

The vision for Craggy Range was not merely to produce wines but to craft expressions that intimately captured the essence of their unique terroirs. To achieve this, the winery meticulously selected vineyard sites across New Zealand's most esteemed wine regions, including the stony soils of the Gimblett Gravels in Hawke's Bay and the cool climate of Martinborough in the Wairarapa. Each site was chosen for its potential to yield grapes of unparalleled quality and character, allowing Craggy Range to showcase the diversity and richness of New Zealand's viticultural landscape.

Craggy Range's commitment to terroir expression is matched by its dedication to sustainable viticulture. Understanding that exceptional wine begins in the vineyard, the winery employs practices that nurture the soil, conserve water, and protect the surrounding environment. This holistic approach ensures that each vineyard can continue to express its unique identity for generations to come, a legacy that speaks to Craggy Range's deep connection to the land.

The winery's portfolio is a showcase of New Zealand's varietal diversity, with wines that span from vibrant Sauvignon Blancs that echo the crisp, aromatic intensity of the region, to complex and structured Syrahs and Pinot Noirs that reveal depth, elegance, and power. Perhaps most emblematic of Craggy Range's philosophy is its Prestige Collection, which includes Sophie, Le Sol and Aroha.

Wines produced by Craggy Range:

Craggy Range Sophie:

Sophia, a sophisticated blend led by Merlot, encapsulates the winemaker's skill and a deep connection to the land, showcasing the finest expression of the terrain and its caretakers. Named after the Greek goddess of wisdom, 'Sophia' symbolizes the knowledge and insight that guide our winemakers and viticulturists in their craft, embodying a commitment to excellence and understanding in every bottle.

Craggy Range Le Sol:

Le Sol, translating to 'the soil' in French, emerges from the esteemed Gimblett Gravels, where gravel-rich soil perfectly warms the vines under the summer sun and shields them in winter. Only the vineyard's rockiest areas, home to a historic Syrah clone dating back to the 1840s in New Zealand, are chosen for Le Sol. Through meticulous hand care, this process yields a Syrah of deep, dark elegance, marked by its aromatic purity, a lush yet refined body, and a signature finish characterized by fine tannins.

Craggy Range Aroha:

Aroha, derived from the Maori word for love is crafted from select Pinot Noir vines on Te Muna Road Vineyard's upper terrace in Martinborough, Aroha shines with over 20 years of vine age. It reveals an exquisite balance of strength and elegance, thanks to a unique terroir of clay over stone. Its quality is driven by the refinement of tannins, achieving a velvety texture and remarkable length.