Ten Sisters

Ten Sisters is sourced from the Marlborough subregion called the Southern Valleys, known for its tropical fruit characteristics. The Southern Valleys is also the subregion closest to the mountains, creating a cooler climate that leads to later ripening and more vibrant flavors.

The ten Sisters and their brother are fourth-generation New Zealanders and their ancestors were among the first settlers of the southern tip of the South Island of New Zealand.

Their parents, Robert and Mary King, were both born in Invercargill, the southernmost city in the country. After Robert returned from World War II, he bought 750 acres of wild, uncultivated land and, over many years, created a beautiful farm.

He and Mary would have 11 children, only one son. As adults, the 11 children often traveled around the world with their parents, sharing and developing their great love for food and wine. Later in life, they moved to the sunniest part of New Zealand, Marlborough, and planted a vineyard on their land, fulfilling Mary’s longtime dream.