Macadamia nuts contain an abundance of oleic acid, which is said to help reduce cholesterol levels.
The company's products are made from produce grown with organic fertilizers and no chemical herbicides or pesticides. Even wines made from organically grown grapes are available now in Japan. Fitzpatrick's wines, which include a 1996 Eire Ban, an Irish white, and a 1996 Sierra Dreams, a white zinfandel blend, are made from grapes grown without the use of chemical herbicides, pesticides or fertilizers. The vintner also minimizes additions to its wines in the winery. The first combined operation is expected to open in March in Kobe.