Greystone Pinot Noir
It all started in 2004 with Viticulturist Nick Gill and Dom Maxwell became the winemaker and a team was formed in the pursuit of realising the potential of this exceptional site. The north facing limestone hills slope down to clay – the perfect combination for growing wines with minerality and concentration.
The approach is simple and traditional. After careful hand picking the organic fruit is kick started with a wild yeast fermentation. The result is: layers of ripe fruit, florals and spice unfold on the palate with a delicate tannin line and an outstanding finish that is unfined and bottled on site. Set for a long life, it’s well worth cellaring…
About This Wine
- Country
- NZ
- Region
- Canterbury
- Appellation
- Waipara Valley North Canterbury
- Type
- Red
- Varietal
- Pinot Noir
- Soils
- Limestone over Carcareous clay
- Farming
- Biodynamic
- Closure
- Screwcap
- Alcohol
- 14%
- Pairing
- Roast lamb joint with Chimichurri