Long ago, Martinborough was covered in scrub brush. Russian Jack wine is an ode to much loved Kiwi legend, originally from Latvia, who travelled Wairarapa on foot for decades tirelessly clearing scrub bush, fruit picking and making friends with locals. Martinborough’s rich and fertile lands are now covered in picturesque vineyards and produce world class wines thanks in part to the hard work of pioneering heroes like Russian Jack.

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