Ihana – Edition 3

David Byerlee

Adelaide SA, Australia

‘Ihana’, the Finnish word for wonderful or fantastic, embodies the essence of a remarkable collaboration between Finnish Formula 1 driver Valtteri Bottas and Corrina Wright of Oliver’s Taranga Vineyards. This partnership is a testament to their shared commitment to excellence, resulting in an extraordinary premium wine venture.

Valtteri, an accomplished athlete, and Corrina, a sixth-generation grape grower, share a relentless pursuit of perfection. And a wine made by two such driven perfectionists was only ever going to be ‘Ihana’, the very word uttered on Valtteri’s first taste.

Finding a second home in South Australia, Valtteri’s love for exploring our landscapes and wine regions has led to an inevitable conclusion; the wines of these rolling McLaren Vale vineyards are amongst the very best in the world.

The package design reflects the spirit of ‘Ihana’, featuring striking silver and copper foil accents that symbolise the fusion of two minds from contrasting corners of the world. The shimmering silver evokes the serene allure of Finnish winters, while the rich copper hues embody the rustic charm of Australian summers. The engaging and tactile foil treatment on the label forms abstract patterns of F1 track lines and vineyard terroir. The wine is bottled in premium French glass and presented in a beautiful gift box, offering a premium experience inside and outside the bottle.

Following the success of its inaugural release, Ihana has now reached its third edition. Each edition is distinguished by a discreet, high-build gloss varnish detail on the label, creating a sophisticated tone-on-tone, black-on-black finish that reveals itself as it catches the light.

With just 5,000 individually numbered bottles released worldwide per edition, Ihana remains a true collector’s item for passionate motorsport and wine enthusiasts alike. A celebration of craftsmanship and the pursuit of perfection, captured in every detail of the product.

 

David Byerlee

Adelaide SA, Australia
Credits:
David: Byerlee
Client:
Valtteri Bottas & Oliver's Taranga Vineyards