Portrait of Dom Maxwell
i. Biography
Career Dom Maxwell trained at Lincoln University before moving to Greystone Wines in Omihi Hills, Waipara Valley, North Canterbury, New Zealand, where he worked as a vineyard hand from 2004–2008. Since 2008, he has been head winemaker at Greystone Wines, building his knowledge from vineyard work into cellar leadership. At Greystone Wines in Waipara, New Zealand, the winemaking is led by the same standard Maxwell states plainly: describe what is in the glass, but do not mislead.
Site, language, and technique are held to that measure. - Head winemaker — Greystone Wines, Omihi Hills, Waipara Valley, North Canterbury, New Zealand (2008–present) - Vineyard hand — Greystone Wines, Omihi Hills, Waipara Valley, North Canterbury, New Zealand (2004–2008) Education: Lincoln University
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Dom's signature wines include Vineyard Ferment Pinot Noir, 2012 Thomas Brothers' Pinot Noir, Greystone 2021 Organic Chardonnay, and Greystone 2016 Pinot Gris.
In Their Words “I don’t really mind how people describe an aroma or a flavour, that’s how people are describing their own experience, but anything that’s misleading, I don’t like.” “My god, this place has some potential...such a stunning spot.”
FAQ
Asked of Dom
Where did Dom Maxwell train or study?
Dom Maxwell trained at Lincoln University.
What recognition has Dom Maxwell received?
Decanter World Wine Awards International Trophy for Pinot Noir over £15 (2014).
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