A Refined Marlborough Pinot Noir from One of New Zealand's Most Celebrated Winemakers

My Wine Man on Greywacke
Kevin Judd is one of the defining figures in modern Marlborough wine — the founding winemaker of Cloudy Bay, where he spent over 25 years shaping one of the world's most iconic Sauvignon Blanc brands. In 2009, he established Greywacke as his personal label, named after the ancient stone that forms much of Marlborough's soil structure. The estate focuses on small-batch, minimal-intervention winemaking, with Pinot Noir sourced from selected vineyards and crafted to express the elegance, freshness and purity of Marlborough's cool-climate terroir.

Tasting Notes
Bright ruby in the glass. The nose is refined and expressive — red cherry, raspberry and ripe plum at the core, layered with violet florals, subtle spice and gentle earthy undertones. The palate is medium-bodied with silky tannins and vibrant acidity, delivering precision and balance throughout. The finish is long, elegant and finely structured, with red fruit and delicate savoury complexity.

Food Pairing
A Pinot Noir of this elegance calls for refined, delicate dishes. We love it with Free Range Chicken Tenderloin from My Meat Man — lightly seared or served with a cherry reduction — where the wine's red fruit and silky tannins mirror the richness of the meat.

It also pairs beautifully with roast chicken, salmon, or mushroom-based dishes such as truffle risotto or wild mushroom pasta, where its earthy and savoury notes naturally align. A versatile match for both casual fine dining and more intimate dinners.

Why This Is a Smart Buy
At HK$299, this is a serious artisan Pinot Noir from one of New Zealand's most respected winemakers. Kevin Judd's experience at Cloudy Bay translates into precision and balance, while Greywacke delivers a more personal, site-driven expression of Marlborough Pinot Noir — refined, expressive and consistently high quality.

Looking for a Different Pinot Noir Style?

• Cloudy Bay Marlborough Pinot Noir 2022 → same region / Kevin Judd's former home / peer-level
• Dog Point Marlborough Pinot Noir 2021 → same region / different producer / more approachable
• Felton Road Bannockburn Pinot Noir 2023 → step up / Central Otago / more structured and complex
  

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