Just outside the picturesque little town of Wellington, unable to settle down to a nine-to-five routine in the city, Kelpie and his wife Yvonne Blake, decided to go farming. Fruit trees gradually gave way to new vineyards and large areas were set aside for the nursery operations. Grapes were delivered to a secret desire to make their own wine. However, the ambition had to lie dormant for many years as the pressure of running a successful nursery operation and extensive vineyards consumed the time. The third generation was gradually maturing in the shape of three sons: Andrew, Gareth and Shaun. Andrew, his schooling behind him, joined the team in 1996 and, having been inspired by Aunt Sandra’s hilarious attempts to make wine in her garage, ecided to try his hand at winemaking. With some very primitive equipment, a lot of passion, and much teasing from the family, he surprised all by producing a very drinkable Cabernet – the die was cast!

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