Alex Craighead - Ojisan Blanc 2023

(Nelson, New Zealand)

Gewürztraminer, Pinot Gris, Riesling, Chardonnay and Sauvignon Blanc. A pleasingly bright blend, with surprisingly bold fruits and florals on the palate balanced out by clean, refreshingly acidity. Perfect for sushi night. 

Alex Craighead has been one of the leading figures in New Zealand’s move towards organic viticulture and low-intervention winemaking over the past decade, known for his Kindeli project. Alex has worked in wine all over the world, and has spent much time in Japan, serving as inspiration for the Ojisan project, a collaboration with his friends at Grape Republic. The wines were designed for the Japanese market, and so are perfectly paired with Japanese cuisine.