Greystone - Riesling 2018

In 2000 the Thomas Family purchased a farm on the Omihi hills and began work to create the Greystone vineyard. By 2004 with the help of Viticulturist Nick Gill and Winemaker Dom Maxwell they planted thirteen blocks across the Omihi slopes. Their commitment was to celebrate this beautiful landscape through their wines. Greystone draws its name from the unique limestone conglomerate in which our vine roots grow. A limestone mix of fossils, sea shells and small pebbles that have been fused together through the seismic movement of North Canterbury. The north facing limestone hills slope down to clay, the perfect combination for growing wines with minerality and concentration. In 2020 they were awarded the prestigious accolade of Sustainable Vineyard of the Year by the New Zealand Organic Wine Awards for their commitments to practices beyond just organics in the vineyard.

Tasting Note: Light golden straw in colour. Expressive on the nose with lime, lemon curd and jasmine flower. The palate is defined by a long thread of complex fruits including mandarin, mango and lime zest. Balanced with natural sweetness and acidity this wine will age beautifully or can be enjoyed immediately.