I love this time of year here out at Waipara , New Zealand. All the vineyards are gearing up towards harvest and the vines are full of fruit. The promise of what this vintage will bring us hangs in the air. But, the best part? The nets. There is something magical about the birdnetting. When my mind is waxing lyrical I imagine the vines are all dressed up likes brides, breathlessly waiting for the big event: the harvest. Enough rambling from me, here are some pictures of Waipara getting dressed up.
Overlooking the nets from the courtyard here at Mountford
Nets on at Mountford
Nets on the Gradient and Hommage blocks
Clear blue sky overlooking nets in Waipara
Alternative style nets used elsewhere in Waipara
Nets covering the hills at a large vineyard here in Waipara
Mountford Estate Vineyard and Winery 
Kathryn seeing all these beautiful photo’s make me miss Waipara ever so much. Think about your wonderful staff and your luscious wine so very often, wish I could purchase it here in Boston…. Cheers to all of you!!!!
Esther
Esther, thank you for your lovely comment. Our ‘luscious wine’ (I love that, I may have to use that statement) is hopefully available in your area in the near future. And as always you are welcome to come visit anytime!