Blank Canvas represents a unique partnership between Master of Wine Sophie Parker-Thomson and her husband, acclaimed international winemaking consultant Matt Thomson. Together, they bring over four decades of combined expertise in the global wine arena to craft exquisite, small-batch wines sourced from exceptional single-vineyard sites across New Zealand. This dynamic project merges artistry with scientific precision.
With an impressive background, Matt has amassed experience over 50 vintages across diverse wine regions around the world. Since 1994, he has collaborated with David Gleave and has played a key advisory role with various wineries in the Liberty Wines portfolio. Sophie, who transitioned from a legal career, has been collaborating with Matt since 2011 and often travels throughout Europe, drawing from her international experiences to inform their work. These journeys and insights serve as the cornerstone of their endeavor with Blank Canvas.
