When Shayne and Jeanette Jaenisch took over sprawling Ashwood Estate, home to the historic Malcolm Creek Wines earlier this year, they had a few things in mind. More estate-grown wines and tastings of vintages past were both part of the plan. But easily the most unique new addition is an English manor-esque clay pigeon shooting experience coupled with wine tastings throughout the day.

You’re probably quite rightly wondering how on earth you’re allowed to drink while handling a firearm. Here’s how: although the rifles have fully authentic wood and metal bodies, sourced from the United Kingdom no less, instead of bullets, the guns use an infrared laser which tracks hits and misses, and produces accurate firing sounds.

“It’s basically exactly the same as normal clay target shooting you do w

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