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Marisco Vineyards

Marlborough, New Zealand

Marisco Vineyards Summary:

  • Region: Marlborough, New Zealand
  • Ownership: Family-owned; led by Brent and Rosemary Marris
  • Heritage: Multi-generation Marris family with deep roots in Marlborough
  • Flagship Brands: The Ned and Leefield Station
  • The Ned: Inspired by one of Marlborough’s iconic peaks; reflects the region’s youthful, adventurous energy
  • Leefield Station: Historic sheep and beef property purchased in 2012; celebrates Marlborough’s pastoral heritage
  • Family Legacy: Now includes the involvement of the Marris daughters
  • Notable Recognition: The Ned Pinot Gris 2024 named to Wine Spectator’s Top 100 Wines of 2025
  • Winemaking Approach: Blend of tradition, authenticity, and modern precision; wines showcase Marlborough’s diverse subregions

Brand Story:

Marisco Vineyards is a family-owned Marlborough winery led by Brent and Rosemary Marris, whose roots in the region span generations. The Marris family’s deep connection to Marlborough informs every aspect of their winemaking philosophy—one centered on authenticity, site expression, and a long-term commitment to the land.

The estate is home to two flagship brands, each reflecting a distinct element of the Marris legacy:

The Ned

Named after one of Marlborough’s famous peaks overlooking the Waihopai Valley, The Ned captures the region’s youthful energy and adventurous spirit. It reflects Brent Marris’s own childhood spent exploring the landscape and is now one of New Zealand’s most recognized wine brands.
Notably, The Ned Pinot Gris 2024 earned a place on Wine Spectator’s Top 100 Wines of 2025.

Leefield Station

Acquired by the Marris family in 2012, Leefield Station is a historic sheep and beef property located in the Waihopai Valley. The brand honors the cultural heritage and pastoral history of the region, expressing Marlborough’s rustic charm and agricultural past through thoughtfully crafted wines.

Today, with Brent and Rosemary’s daughters also involved in the business, Marisco Vineyards remains a true multi-generation family enterprise. Their wines reflect:

  • The diversity of Marlborough’s subregions
  • The Marris family’s heritage and long-standing regional knowledge
  • A balance of tradition and modern winemaking precision

Together, The Ned and Leefield Station embody the Marlborough story—its landscapes, history, and pioneering spirit—through wines that continue to gain global recognition.

Wines

The Ned

Leefield Station

Fernlands

Sustainability

Viticulture 

  • Recycling and repurposing materials such as broken vineyard posts (for farm fencing or community use), plastic containers (which are converted into fence posts), and grape marc (returned to vineyards as organic matter)
  • Sheep are used in the vineyards to reduce the need for diesel and herbicides, while vine prunings are mulched to recycle carbon and nutrients back into the soil.
  • Optimized water use across its operations, implementing sustainable irrigation systems and reusing treated winery water for vineyard irrigation and field enhancement.
  • Implemented recycled plastic vineyard posts made from retired irrigation tubes, reducing plastic waste and supporting a circular economy.
  • MCA-Treated Wooden Posts: The company uses less toxic, reusable wooden posts that can be returned to the supplier for recycling into energy, supporting closed-loop systems.
  • Partner in the Falcon to Vineyards program, which aims to reintroduce native falcons for natural pest control.
  • Commitment to ongoing replanting of native and non-native vegetation to restore ecosystems, attract beneficial insects, and provide habitats for wildlife such as tui and bees.
  • In-house nursery that propagates local seedlings, which are then planted across its vineyard properties to enhance biodiversity.

Vinification 

  • Winery by-products like grape skins and earth from filtration processes are spread in the vineyards to enhance soil health and contribute to waste reduction.

Accredited by Sustainable Winegrowing NZ, Global Food Safety Initiative (GFSI) Certification, SEDEX

Gluten Free & Vegan (Most Wines 2021 Vintage Onward with exception of Leefield Station Pinot Gris 2023 and The Ned Pinot Gris 2023)

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