Greystone Vineyard Ferment Pinot Noir is an unique wine made in the Vineyard itself and a fine example of Pinot in its purest form – no overt oak, very delicate fruit but with that savoury structure that we love. The 219 vintage is graceful, pure and enchanting in the mouth with slippery tannins and a freshness that belies the density on the finish. Delicate nose of chalky petrichor, cinnamon and cigarbox spice with length, minerality and dark berries on the palate.
In 2012 Greystone first explored fermenting their Pinot Noir grapes in the vineyard where they grow. They captured the wild yeasts in situ and by happenstance found it extended the vintage influence, allowing the vagaries of the season’s weather to provide a defining mark upon the wine.
Ageing potential: 5-10 years in the cellar
Food pairing: Pair with something that is not too full flavoured but with plenty of Umami so roast pork belly, braised duck, or maybe stuffed Portabello Mushrooms.
Alcohol: 13.5% ABV
96 Points, Cameron Douglas, Master Sommelier “Complex, savoury, natural, varietal and intrgiguin. Aromas and flavours reflect a clay stone mineral quality, dried herb savoury spices, a core of red cherry, apple and wild flowers then a gun-flint quality. Delicious, new, textured, savoury and fresh on the palate. Taut texture with tannins and acidity laying out the foundation across the palate then with an overlay of fruit flavours that reflect the bouquet. Delicious, youthful, lengthy and fine. Great drinking from 2025 through 2035.”
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