Brian Jackson, Vigneron, Shoalhaven Coast

Brian Jackson Vigneron Shoalhaven Coast Story by Crooked River Wines

Brian and Narelle Jackson came to Gerrigong in 1998 to retire. Profesional consultants were used from planting vines to winemaking. Today they have a modern winery and beautiful vineyard.

Brian and Narelle believe their vineyard is unique. It was established in 1998 in rich volcanic, alluvial soil, in Gerringong South Coast NSW, Australia.

Sweeping valleys with lucious green mountains overlooking the pristine unspoilt beaches offers a WOW factor, reputed to be the best from any winery in Australia.

The vineyard is situated 3km from the Pacific Ocean and the prevailing north-east winds that blow from the ocean between December and April result in perfect climatic conditions for ripening. The fruit and juice is handled from the vineyard to the bottle in a very gentle way. Grapes are in production in their winery within 30 minutes of being hand harvested.

The vineyard at Gerringong was previously a large dairy farm for over 100 years adding to the richness of the soil and winemaker Michelle Crokett does an outstanding job producing some of the best wines you will ever taste!