We Bought a Vineyard

Henry and Harriet Churchill quit their city desk jobs to buy a winery in the Macedon Ranges. Under the mentorship of previous owner Eric Bellchambers, the UK couple quickly learn that vineyard life is far tougher than imagined.

A bottling disaster with new label designs threatens their dream of running the vineyard. As they care for baby Alby, Harriet struggles with feeling sidelined from winemaking and farmhand Scott leaves to pursue his own ambitions.

After regaining their liquor license just in time for a regional food and wine festival, the Churchills bottle their shiraz, adopt the Zig Zag wine dog, and welcome newcomers to experience life on the land.

An unseasonal frost devastates much of their prized shiraz crop. Harriet outlines the vision for their Kindfolk brand while the realities of rural life—including a dangerous tiger snake encounter—test their resilience.

The couple commit to a more holistic, sustainable approach, moving away from harmful sprays and pesticides. As they reflect on their journey to Australia, they host their first festive cellar door celebration.

One year into their foray as winemakers, Henry reveals just how hard their first season has been and also joins other local winemakers for an on-site seminar from soil microbiology guru Mary Cole.