Rick Burge has a policy of non-intervention. Most of the Shiraz and Grenache is dry-grown with no weedicides, fungicides, insecticides or synthetic fertilisers being used in the production of the grapes together with fertile, well-drained soils and a favourable meso-climate. Some irrigation is permitted in extraordinary drought conditions, only to maintain the health of the vine and bud fruitfulness for the following season.
To sum up Rick’s philosophy, “Aiming to make great wine requires a degree of humility. With success comes the realisation of relatively how little you really know about this wonderful beverage, life’s lubricant. Keep the bullshit and hype to a minimum and allow consumers to catch on to your product on their own accord.”