Thank You

 This page has been designed to say thanks to those who have played a role in Geoff Wright's life up to now, who have somehow aided in the development of Wrights Vineyard & Winery. Some people have had more influence than others, but everyone's help has been appreciated. This list is not exhaustive nor in a particular order and I am sorry if I have not mentioned you. Thanks......

 Last updated 2001

  • KIRI GOULD - for inspiring me to leave accounting and take up winemaking. You have been my angel in allowing me to realise my dream and truly live. I will never forget.
  • MIKE RUSSELL - thanks for your support. You also have made career changes. Thanks Mike, you're a dude.
  • GRAEME SMITH - you're a nice guy. Thanks for being a friend. Get in there and enjoy the GW.
  • TIM FIELD - you know it, your generosity, like mindedness, humour, friendship. Some things you never forget and I will never forget you. You have so much to give and you have so many more years to share this with everyone.
  • JOEL FIELD - you're so cool. I can't wait for your help in the winery in years to come.
  • EMMA WALTERS - Emma, thanks for your willingness to be flexible, open-minded, and for bringing Joel to this world.
  • MUM & DAD - too much. Its true, family is thicker than blood.
  • CHRIS WRIGHT - thanks bro, keep drinking that GW.
  • NATASHA PICKENS - thanks for keeping Chris under control during your visits to Gisborne.
  • NATASHA'S PARENTS - big wine drinkers, excellent!
  • DONNA TRIM - a friend for life.
  • CATHERINE GILLIES - you're a lovely person. You have such warmth for everyone and you always will. God bless you.
  • STONECROFT WINES - thanks for sharing your lovely gewurztraminer with me, I look forward to doing the same with you.
  • STEPHANIE WRIGHT - I miss you, I can't wait to see you again.
  • ANGELO GEORGALLI - funny guy, you make me laugh. See you soon buddy.
  • ARTHUR & BEVERLEY BRADLY, thanks for supporting your nephew, a special thanks for been my favourite Uncle and Aunty when I was younger, really enjoyed those times.
  • REID FLETCHER - keep producing those brilliant grapes, and I'll keep producing that wine. A little more organic would be exciting.
  • GARY JONES - thanks for the foundation in winery operations.
  • MIKE SPIVEY - scary aye Mike! Thanks for the science background, you know what alchemists are like.
  • SEYMOUR MAY - what a funny guy and a nice person.
  • HELEN MAY - thanks for sharing your house with me.
  • MY GIRLS - Pukeko - you're getting too bossy, too demanding, yeah, `cause you can. Daisy - you're a lush, keep it up! Braveheart - I'm sorry, come on, it's in the name. That's enough of that.....
  • DALE SETTLOR - your skills play an important role in my wine. Thank you, the man behind the label design.
  • PETER ZAME - thanks dude. Legendary fruit winemaker. Thanks for passing down your skills, enthusiasm and friendship. Recommend Zame Estate Passion fruit wine, five stars.
  • GENERAL THANK YOU TO FRIENDS - Daniel Makin & Annette Makin, Diane & Mark, Aaron Blaker, Andrew Brown, Aaron Newman, Gareth Lynn, Sharon & Johno Stevens, Kasha Latimer, Mather Baker, Racheal Van Driel, Jozette Thode, Paula Newbold, Geesteesh & Partner, Jodi & Dave, Jason & Tamy, Phoebe Taylor, Karen Amrein, Paul Oldfield, Racheal Lion, Jannie & Chris, Tania, Peter Oram, B1, Brenda & Paul Ramage, Morgan Williams, Janice Fraser, Marie & Alan Rodgers, Julie, Alan & Julie, Gulaine Michel, Shane & Marie, Phil, Clear, Will and many more, sorry if I didn't mention you...........
  • ALEX STEELE - thanks for your friendship over the years.
  • EDEN PERCY - thanks for the Gisborne Gold handle, can't wait to see you and share the GW.
  • DAVID DINESH - thanks for your relationship advice.
  • MATT BOUGEN - thanks for your help in pressing the GW Merlot and picking the grapes, believe it or not. Invaluable help Matt.
  • SHARON - thanks for sharing your chickens with me.
  • STEVE TASMAN - some goooooooooooood advice, I hope you make it.
  • HIROMI - another lovely person, we should make a herb garden together.
  • BARRY MCKIRDY - leading by example. Thanks Barry I've had some good times with you, more to come I hope.
  • JOHN THORPE & Wendy Baxter - thanks guys for sharing your wisdom and energy.
  • TERRY HAMLIN - keep up the good work in the vineyard.
  • THE VEGETARIAN SOCIETY - great values, awesome people. Thanks for your support.
  • WILLIAM BUDDOLPH - a good mate, thanks for your help doing the 2000 vintage. The list is too big, I will not forget, and hope I can repay you.
  • BRIAN SHANKS - invaluable advice, keep it coming.
  • FLIC - keep in touch, no doubt our paths will cross again.
  • DEREK & CAROL - people who enjoy fine wine.
  • TY - chair bro, I think I have got rid of that smell!
  • MILTON WINERY - your staunch biodynamic approach, I also hope to follow.
  • PETER CRAZY CZECH - go on get one, serious drinker!
  • RON TAIAPA - your energy, patience is invaluable, we owe you so much.
  • BEN - playR, let the good times roll.
  • LINDA & ALISTER - is it all right if I use the computer?
  • GEOFF LOGAN - thanks for sharing your brewery with me, a man with a passion who made it.