Mountain Scene
July 27, 2021
Possibly profitable: Graham Wilkinson's land at Gibbston which he wants to subdivide for up to seven houses
The economics of growing grapes in Gibbston has been sniffed, swirled around, savoured and spat out during Environment Court hearings over the last two years. The conclusion: the economics are more complex than a glass of pinot. MARK PRICE reports on the angst in the valley over houses replacing vineyards
Developer Graham Wilkinson has 8.9 hectares of former vineyard in Gibbston he wants to subdivide for up to seven houses.
Some see that as sacrilege in a valley renowned for growing grapes and making good wine.