The story of Beth Eggers and Himmelsfeld Vineyard is a story of faith and family, history and determination, and of the bond between land and farmer which, she says, is rarely stronger than when it is formed through the grape vine.

It is a story that tracks Beth back to roots sunk deep and long ago in the demanding clay soils of the Moutere area, generations before she was even born, when Hans and Dora Eggers arrived from northern Germany in 1859 seeking a new life in the beautiful rolling hill country there. Growing up in Sunrise Valley, Upper Moutere, on her parents’ hop farm, her father, Dudley Eggers, was a great influence with his lifetime of wisdom and knowledge.

During Beth’s 30 year nursing career, she purchased 26 acres of bare land in 1991 in Gardner Valley, Upper Moutere. By the end of her first year of owning these green pastures she had developed the site, planted 3 acres of grapes and 15 acres of apples, as well as built a cottage.

Thanks to the 100 big woolly Romney sheep which have descended from her two original pets, Grace and Hanover, who began breeding in 1994, Himmelsfeld is kept clean and green, and with their inquisitive nature they are also eager to be part of your Himmelsfeld experience.

The Wine Loft - and Upper Moutere history

During your visit, Beth will talk you through the wines as you taste them, and you can also see and feel the soil they are grown in. As a fifth generation German descendant of Hans and Dora Eggers, who arrived in the Moutere nearly 150 years ago, Beth  can talk about the Upper Moutere and its history, in a setting which has a captivating, rustic ambience, is personalised, and in which she hopes you will leave with a sense of belonging. 

Taste and experience  Himmelsfeld.
Taste the Difference, Taste the Passion, Taste the TERROIR

Each year we celebrate special occassions at Himmelsfeld Vineyard.

We would love you to join us - please visit our website reguarly to find out more detail prior to the event.

Seasonal events                                             

December - Christmas carols and entertainment at the Himmelsfeld Chapel

Easter – “Walk The Stations” by candlelight

Autumn - Harvest celebrations

Anytime - You can wander the walk-ways, visit the tiniest  farm Chapel in New Zealand,  the Sculptures, the Statues of the Four Seasons, take in the stunning views and enjoy the Himmelsfeld Country Experience.

Beth appreciates and is grateful for the support and involvement her loyal customers, friends and family have given to Himmelsfeld in building this ultra premium boutique wine brand.  Here’s to the future, and let’s hope Himmelsfeld can further earn recognition to become Nelson’s next iconic vineyard.