Description
Greywacke (pronounced ‘grey-wacky’) is the name given to the grey sedimentary rock that characterises much of the soil in this estate’s vineyard. The winery was founded in 2009, and is the brainchild of Kevin Judd, former winemaker of Cloudy Bay for 25 years. The Greywacke portfolio is primarily based on two varieties, sauvignon blanc and pinot noir, the sauvignon blanc being produced in two distinctly different styles. In addition to this core range of three wines, there are also limited edition releases of chardonnay, and three aromatic varieties – pinot gris, riesling and gewruztraminer.
Tasting Notes
“Openly aromatic with both classic Sauvignon Blanc fruit – grassy and herbal with a hint of cassis leaf – but
also a creamy/mealy impression allied to a stony note. Unusual combination of creamy and mineral with the
merest hint of oak spice. Lovely texture from the lees and the oak, gently chewy, rich, still very youthful and
fresh and with a salty aftertaste. This is a wine that you can enjoy now but which ages very well”
[17.5 Points, Julia Harding MW, JANCISROBINSON.COM]
