Dish Magazine: Navigating Nelson

With sandy beaches and bush hiking for miles, grape vines, hops and orchards, and a vibrant arts and crafts scene, it’s no wonder Nelson is the haven of choice for those seeking an idyllic lifestyle.

23 businesses in Nelson-Tasman, including many of our great friends, neighbours and fellow Moutere Artisans were visited by Dish Magazine Editor, Sarah Tuck, with the result being this super feature in the January 2024 edition.

https://dish.co.nz/news-reviews/a-sneak-peek-inside-issue-113/

“Flaxmore Vineyards

A fine example of living the dream; Stuart and Patricia Anderson are the owners and custodians of Flaxmore vineyards, a 9-hectare vineyard in Nelson's Moutere hills. They originally bought the land in 2006, and Stuart and Patricia spent many years flying back and forth from the UK before finally making it their home. During that time the land was developed and vines planted with the couple supplying grapes to Neudorf Vineyards since 2011.

They are committed to improving the land and local environment, planting thousands of trees and creating a large irrigation pond to attract native fauna.

Patricia jokes that her friends back in the UK imagine her life is blissfully dyllic, which she laughs is not always the case, especially after a long day assisting in the vineyard - it can be hard graft! Meanwhile Stuart has a side-passion in photography, which can be seen on display alongside works from a selection of local artists in the gallery they have created adjoining the cellar door tasting room.”