From conversation to wine
Making wine isn’t rushed. Neither is choosing to make it with us. Here’s exactly how we move from your first conversation to holding a bottle with your name on it.
Your level of involvement is up to you at every stage. Some members prefer hands-on participation. Others want quarterly updates. Both approaches create exceptional wine.
Your Wine Journey
We talk. You taste.
Professional consultation with wine tasting to discover your preferences.
We learn what you actually like to drink. You learn our approach.
We discuss involvement level, goals, and realistic timelines.
Month 1-2
You choose your plot
We show you 3-5 vineyard options matched to your taste profile. Virtual or in-person tours with complete terroir explanations.
You select. We handle agreements, documentation, GPS coordinates, and professional mapping.
Month 2-3
Learning begins
Education program starts. Monthly progress reports.
Red or white wine decision based on your preferences.
Your involvement level: Remote | Moderate | Hands-On.
Year 1: Spring
First harvest experience
Optional participation with luxury accommodation.
Traditional activities: picking, sorting, crushing.
Key fermentation decisions with expert guidance.
Year 1: September
Your wine develops
Monthly fermentation and aging updates.
Blending sessions (virtual or in-person).
Barrel selection and aging timeline decisions.
Custom label design and packaging choices.
Years 1-2
Your wine is ready
Final tasting and approval of your wines.
Professional bottling with custom labels.
Quality certification and documentation.
Global shipping or continued cellar storage.
Year 2-3
Annual cycle continues
Continuous education and skill development.
Member events, tastings, cultural experiences.
Wine collection appreciation in proven region.
Community of people who understand why this matters.
Year 3+
Membership Decision Points
The amount of control you have depends on your membership type.
ORIGIN
Learning & Creating
Guided Experience
Expert recommendations with your input on key decisions.
ESTATE
A Shared Experience
Collaborative Decisions
Group decision-making with co-members and expert winemakers.
SINGULAR
For Serious Vinters
Complete Control
Full creative autonomy over every decision from fermentation vessels to final blending.
Time Commitments
The following is a guide.
We understand people have different agendas. We cater for everyone.
We cover everything. Get yourself the wine stained hands from a full vinter’s experience. Or, relax and enjoy the experience -let our expert winemaking team craft your vintage.
Hands-Off
Perfect for busy people
3-4 days annually
Remote decision-making only. Quarterly updates.
Moderate
Ideal for most members
1-2 weeks annually
Harvest visits and key production decisions.
Hands-On
The full experience
4-6 weeks annually
Complete vineyard experience and cycle involvement.