2024 Greystone Pinot Gris Organic, Waipara

Pale straw with aromas of poached pear, citrus and quince. Underlying tones of peach, meadow flowers and clover blossom, crushed stone, clotted cream and apple skin. It's a bright, lightly textured style packed with flavour, with pure pear, citrus and stone-fruit characters suffused with soft spice, light daubs of cream and a bright, energetic line. Drink to 2030.

93 points (Special Value) Dave Brookes for Halliday Wine Companion, July 2026

Starting to show just a hint of development on the nose with charming toffee apple and sweet honey joining baked pear and apple crumble. In contrast the palate is surprisingly youthful and vibrant; ripe citrus fruit harnessed by sleek acidity. Moderately lengthy with lovely drive and energy. Drink to 2029.

92 points Jane Skilton for The Real Review, January 2026

Bright, varietal and very enticing bouquet of fresh spicy pears and red apple, there’s a fine mineral seam threading through the fruit along with a natural saline and sea-breeze quality. Off dry with a light-sweet tickle, contrasting acid line and generous fruity core. Well made, a wine that is both delicious on its own and food friendly.

93 points Cameron Douglas

The Greystone Pinot Gris Organic from Waipara is a beautifully textural and aromatic white that reflects both the cool-climate elegance of North Canterbury and the estate’s commitment to organic viticulture. Greystone, established in the early 2000s, has quickly become one of New Zealand’s most exciting producers, known for crafting wines with purity and a strong sense of place. The region’s limestone and clay soils, combined with Waipara’s long, dry growing season and cool nights, give Pinot Gris here both richness and freshness.

In the glass it is pale straw with green hues. The bouquet is lifted and expressive, showing ripe pear, apple and white peach alongside notes of honeysuckle, ginger and spice. On the palate it is medium-bodied and textural, with juicy stone fruit and citrus flavours carried by vibrant acidity and a fine mineral edge. A touch of residual sweetness is perfectly balanced by freshness, making the wine both generous and refined. The finish is long, clean and gently savoury.

Food pairings suit its layered and versatile style: Thai green curry, Vietnamese spring rolls, roast pork with apple, or creamy mushroom pasta. It also works beautifully with soft cheeses such as Brie or washed-rind styles. While highly enjoyable young, it will cellar for 5 to 7 years, developing honeyed and nutty complexity while retaining its bright fruit core.