Botobolar Vineyard was established in the foothills of the Great Dividing Range north of Mudgee in 1971. Founders Gil &Vincie Wahlquist made the commitment to grow grapes organically from inception. When certification bodies were created, Botobolar was the first vineyard to be certified organic. Following onto organic growing Botobolar was a pioneer in preservative-free wine making and has been crafting wines without added preservatives since 1984.