Greywacke Pinot Noir, Marlborough, New Zealand 2022

Description

Decanter 95
Lovely opulence and perfume from the start, full of dark cherry, damson plum, earth and spice, a touch of orange peel and clove; slightly smoky, too. Lots to enjoy here. A finely textured palate, quite velvety but with ripe tannins providing good backbone and structure. Nicely balanced. Impressive concentration in what was a trickier year.

One of New Zealands pioneering winemakers, Kevin Judds career is intrinsically linked with Marlborough Sauvignon Blanc. Established in 2009, Judds label Greywacke (pronounced gray-wacky) is the fulfillment of a long-held dream. Named after New Zealands prolific bedrock, Greywacke was originally adopted by Kevin and his wife Kimberley as the name for their first Marlborough vineyard in Rapaura, whose soils have an abundance of these river stones. Greywacke sources fruit from mature vineyards within Marlboroughs central Wairau Plains and the Southern Valleys. Also an established professional photographer, Judds home in the Omaka Valley overlooking Marlboroughs picturesque vineyards provides inspiration for both his passions.