New Zealand-based Marisco Vineyards has announced a five-year planting plan for its recently acquired Leefield Estate in Waihopai Valley, Marlborough.
This move by the company is in response to the consumer demand for New Zealand's wine varietals.
The winery plans to plant vines on 600ha, with the remaining 900ha dedicated to farming and a nursery.
Marisco Vineyards chief winemaker and proprietor Brent Marris was quoted by decanter.com as saying that the group began planting 85ha of Sauvignon Blanc last month.
The company will then plant another 100ha annually for the next five years, including Chardonnay, Pinot Noir and Pinot Gris.
"This development is significant for Marisco Vineyards as it means we will be able to successfully meet the rising international demand for both The Ned and The King's Series wines," Marris added.
