![]() ![]() Simon sources fruit from across the whole Marlborough growing region, pushing as far as the southern coast, where limestone soils can be found.Īstrolabe is a winemaker brand, and Simon Waghorn makes the wines to suit his personal palate. His convictions are reflected in the wines he makes: a diverse range of varieties from small plantings around Marlborough with different expressions of ![]() Simon has long been an advocate for the recognition of sub-regional diversity within Marlborough. Simon often refers to Marlborough as a winemaker’s paradise for of its ability to produce world class aromatic white wine and Pinot Noir. Simon has since established a benchmark style of Marlborough Sauvignon Blanc and has been described by New Zealand’s leading Master of Wine, Bob Campbell, as a ‘SauvignonĪfter the international success of his Sauvignon Blanc established Astrolabe’s reputation, Simon gave up his other winemaking commitments to focus on Astrolabe, which has now become a family winery. Working in a profession at the conflux of art and science, there is a certain affinity with the artisans who painstakingly crafted these often ornate instruments. In 1996, when respected career winemaker Simon Waghorn started his own label, reaching for the stars seemed appropriate, and he chose the name Astrolabe. An astrolabe is an ancient astronomical calculator with a name that translates as ‘star taker’. ![]()
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