in the vineyard : The vines were planted in 2008 on a 1.1 hectare north-facing slope on Vredeen Lust’s Elgin farm, Casey’s Ridge, in well-drained, stone - ridge Oakleaf / Tukulusoil. To ensure even ripening and optimal crop load, canopy control is meticulously applied from pea berry stage and all green bunches are removed at veraison.