During the year 2001, an intersection of destinies occurred in the lives of the Turnbull's, with a geologist Steve Hall from the UK. Steve, an intrepid and maverick traveler, became enamored with the idea of owning a vineyard whilst visiting vineyards that clung precariously to the limestone hills, overlooking the azure sea, in Western Greece. Scouring the globe from California to Chile, France to South Australia, Italy to Texas and every obscure and remote place in between, Steve was finally captivated by the halcyon vision of staggering beauty, Matilda’s Meadow, that lay before him in the sleepy town of Denmark. He sought immediate purchase. The Turnbulls named their number and in stunned disbelief retired to Tasmania.

After the acquisition of Matilda’s Meadow in 2001, the adjacent property across the road, Nelson’s Touch, was bought in 2003. The irrigated vines at Nelson’s include Sauvignon Blanc, Pinot Noir, Merlot and Cabernet Sauvignon. The Nelson’s acquisition took the total area under vine to 27 acres. At this time "Matilda’s Meadow" was renamed "Matilda’s Estate".

As a geologist obsessed with terroir and realizing that high quality wine can only be made through high standards of viticulture, Steve rolled up his sleeves and flung himself into the enhancement of the vineyard with a single minded intensity, starting from BELOW ground up. Some of his cutting edge techniques, include better fertilizing and the use of oats between the rows. The vines response is resounding vigour to his inspired vision and loving attention.

Matildas Estate has now become the heart and sole of wine in Western Australia.