Wine for sale - Tussock our second label

The Tussock brand, named after the native New Zealand grass that grows on the roof of the winery, offers an excellent quality, mid-priced alternative to the Woollaston brand.

Silver Tussock, native to New Zealand's high-country, grows wild and strong in South Island's vast and untouched landscape. The 'living roof' of tussock and shrubs on the winery roof reflect the Tussock brand's strong connection with the land on which it is grown. Produced sustainably using organic and biodynamic practices that are gentle on the land, the Tussock brand captures the essence of New Zealand – fresh, free-spirited, quirky and true.

Grapes for Tussock are grown in Woollaston Estates vineyards which are certified as sustainable by Sustainable Winegrowing New Zealand, and are currently in transition to organic production under BIO-GRO NZ. Tussock Nelson Sauvignon Blanc 2009, Tussock Nelson Pinot Gris 2009 and Tussock Nelson Pinot Noir Rose were produced using grapes grown from vineyards in conversion to organic production certified by BioGro #5089.

"This may be the second label of Woollaston Estates but there's nothing second class about the wine." Bob Campbell MW, Gourmet Traveller Wine Jan 09

"While technically a second label to Woollaston Estates, the Tussock brand is rapidly developing its own following." Peter Saunders, Wine NZ Magazine March 09