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Allan Scott
WINERY OVERVIEW
Allan Scott is synonymous with wine in Marlborough: he has worked every harvest since 1973
and is credited with planting some of region’s most famous vineyards, including the very
first. In 1990, Allan and his wife Catherine established Scott Family Winery as one of the
first independent wineries of Marlborough. Since inception, the winery has produced wines
consistent in flavor and quality year after year while continually evolving to keep ahead of
the changing demand of the market. A true family affair, Allan and Catherine remain actively
involved in all levels of production; their son Josh is the winemaker; and their daughters
Sara and Victoria are the viticulturist and marketing manager, respectively. The Scott family
attributes its success to excellent vineyard sites, hard work, superb conditions and a desire to
produce the world’s best wines.
LOCATION OF VINEYARD
With its distinctive combination of cool nights, sunny days, and young soils, Marlborough is
recognized as one of the world’s greatest wine regions. Within Marlborough, the Rapaura area
along the northern edge of the Wairau Valley has become particularly prized and is home to
the family’s vineyards, all within close proximity to the winery. The vineyards are farmed using
organic inputs, with minimal chemicals and energy. In 2006, the Scott Family Winery joined
the Sustainable Winegrowers program and continues to follow its practices closely.
WINEMAKING PHILOSOPHY
The modern, fully-equipped winery specializes in the production of the aromatic varieties:
Sauvignon Blanc, Riesling, Gewürztraminer, and Pinot Gris, which are perfectly suited to
the gravelly soils that predominate in the vineyards. Chardonnay and Pinot Noir also thrive
in the sunny Marlborough climate, contributing to the Scotts’ ever-growing reputation for
traditionally made wines. As avid bubbles fans, the family proudly produces on site an
impressive range of bubbles made in the méthode traditionnelle.
Owned by:
Allan and Catherine Scott
Winemaker:
Josh Scott
Founded in:
1990
Region:
Marlborough
Country:
New Zealand
Wine:
Allan Scott, Cecilia Brut
Allan Scott, Pinot Noir
Allan Scott, Sauvignon Blanc