The Terraces specialises in the development, redevelopment and management of vineyards.
We manage the entire process including:
- Site selection
- Arranging winery contracts
- Council development approval
- Budgeting and cashflow projections
- Irrigation design and installation
- Trellis installation
- Planting and vine training
Establishing a vineyard to a high standard and specification is crucial to its long-term success. Planning and attention to detail are vitally important in the early stages of development and we believe this is the key to a successful vineyard.
Our team of viticulturists and supervisors are committed to this process and recognise the importance of the first 18 months of your vineyard's life.
Management of your existing vineyard will incorporate the following:
- Budgeting
- Herbicide and fungicide spray programs
- Irrigation scheduling and maintenance
- Fertiliser programs
- Planning and coordination of all vineyard activities
- Winery liaison
- Pruning specifications
- Pest and disease management
- Coordinate yield estimates, grape sampling and harvesting
- Coordinate soil moisture monitoring
The use of technology in viticulture is becoming increasingly important. The key areas for technology use are in plant and equipment, soil moisture, irrigation and pest and disease control. The information gathered from soil moisture probes and weather stations allows our managers to make cost effective, informed and timely decisions.
Share Farming and Vineyard Recovery
The Terraces can assist growers on a short or long term basis by Share Farming your block until such time that you become self sufficient.
Through the use of technology and modern viticultural practices The Terraces offers a recovery service to help you upgrade your vineyard. By careful planning and attention to detail we work with you to improve the productivity of your vines with the long-term aim of handing back a self-sustaining vineyard.
For any new business enquiries please email Hamish Gibson or Andrew Buttery.