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URLAR [pron. er-lar] means The Earth in Gaelic and represents our passion & dedication to our land & our vines.Our 31-hectare single vineyard is located on ancient free-draining soils and our inter-row crop rotation maintains healthy soils full of life and biodiversity. Every year, one row in seven will be sowed in a variety of plants and beneficial flowers.
Garnet Red, unfiltered. Laden with earthy spice aromas, bright red and dark fruits with a touch of red liquorice and floral notes. The wine has great fruit intensity while still showing classic Wairarapa savoury elements. Long fine tannins make the wine linger and imprint a sense of place.
Green straw in colour. Savoury aromatics, oak spice honey with hay rich cream notes. Full mid palate, creaming soda, nougat and spice. Full entry finishes dry with a lingering impression of ripe pears and honey and butter on toast.
Greeny straw in colour, with spice honey, floral notes and guava, passionfruit and elderflower on the palate.
Aaron brings an exceptional blend of science, craftsmanship, and leadership to his role as Head Winemaker at Urlar. With 15 years of winemaking experience across New Zealand, Australia, France, and the USA, Aaron has honed his craft working with esteemed wineries and refining his expertise across diverse winemaking regions. A graduate of Charles Sturt University (Bachelor of Wine Science) and the University of Melbourne (Bachelor of Science, Honours), his scientific rigor underpins his meticulous approach to producing wines of remarkable quality and authenticity. Aaron is particularly renowned for his expertise with Pinot Noir, a varietal that aligns beautifully with Urlar’s Gladstone vineyards.
Beyond the cellar, Aaron is a dynamic leader and collaborator, with a track record of fostering team development, optimizing winery operations, and ensuring a strong focus on quality at every stage. His science-driven perspective and extensive judging experience lend a sharp eye to innovation, while his dedication to organic and biodynamic practices reflects a commitment to sustainable winemaking. At Urlar, Aaron channels his skills and passion into crafting wines that showcase the Wairarapa’s distinctive terroir, elevating the estate’s reputation both locally and internationally.
Our wine collection reflects the nature of our environment and includes harmonious aromatics; Sauvignon Blanc, Riesling and Pinot Gris and strapping, vibrant Pinot Noir.
Our 31-hectare single vineyard is located on ancient free-draining soils and our inter-row crop rotation maintains healthy soils full of life and biodiversity. Our seven year crop rotation maintains healthy soils and vines. Every seven years, one row in seven will be planted in a variety of plants and wild flowers. These flowers, such as buckwheat, lupins, stinging nettles, dandelions and yarrow provide crucial protection to the vineyard as they attract beneficial insects that will kill off unwanted pests and predators that can destroy the vines, leaves or roots.
URLAR [pron. er-lar] means The Earth in Gaelic and represents our passion & dedication to our land & our vines.
Our 31-hectare single vineyard is located on ancient free-draining soils and our inter-row crop rotation maintains healthy soils full of life and biodiversity. Every year, one row in seven will be sowed in a variety of plants and beneficial flowers.
ABN: 69 167 820 304
LC: 57703324
