Our People

We are a boutique family owned vineyard and winery passionate about growing and creating authentic artisan wines.

Swava Pociecha, Proprietor

Swava's Bachelor of Nursing degree, and Certificate in Wine Production and Marketing from Hawkes Bay Institute of Technology is the force behind her understanding of people who work and care for the vines and make wines.

Jacques Pociecha, Proprietor

Jacques is a veterinarian by profession and holds PhD in veterinary sciences. He has worked in veterinary practice, science laboratories, academia in Poland and the Middle East, and after arriving in New Zealand in 1983 he joined the New Zealand government veterinary service.

Gibbston Highgate Estate: Phone +643 477 0300 | Fax +643 477 0300 | info@gibbstonhighgate.co.nz