Gunn Estate Winery is a family affair that started in the early 1980's when the first vines were planted on the Gunn family farm in the heart of the Ohiti Valley, Hawkes Bay. This land has been loved and worked by many generations of the Gunn Family. Ranges: Gunn Estate White Label and Gunn Estate Black Label Winemaker: Denis Gunn

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Denis Gunn has been actively involved in the winerys development since 1983. Initially he worked on the vineyards, mastering every aspect of successful viticulture - planting to harvesting, and every detail in between. The decision to formally extend his knowledge saw Denis embark on a Certificate in Grape Growing and Winemaking at the EIT in Hawke's Bay. On completion Denis had a thirst not only for wine but for further knowledge. He headed across the Tasman to Australia to enroll in the degree course at Roseworthy, emerging with a Bachelor of Applied Science in Oenology in 1992. Denis's winemaking (and drinking) philosophy is simple: "Wine is a drink to make you feel good, so if you like it, drink it. Consumers don't need to get bogged down with the technical aspects of wine - that's our job. We focus on creating an enjoyable experience for anyone who buys into our dream".