Waipara’s best loved Cellar Door & Restaurant
Our menu updates every two weeks, to reflect the seasons and minimise our
environmental impact, making each visit a unique experience.
Cellar Door Open – 7 days a week 11-4:30.
Restaurant Open – Thursday to Monday 11-4:30. See what’s on the menu this week.
Come join us at Greystone for a dining adventure that changes with the seasons. We unveil a captivating journey through locally sourced, homegrown delights paired perfectly with our delicious estate-grown wines. Led by Executive Chef Cameron Woodhouse and Head Chef Théo Dubost, the Greystone menu explores the bounty of North Canterbury and our commitment to working in harmony with our land. The result? Dishes that showcase only the freshest seasonal ingredients, picked at their peak and raised with care.
Greystone Lunch
Visit our Greystone Restaurant and enjoy our everchanging A La Carte menu, showcasing local, organic and seasonal produce.
At Greystone, dietary restrictions are never an issue. It’s important to us that everyone at your table enjoy an exemplary wine-tasting and culinary experience. Be sure to let us know about any dietary requirements when making your reservation.
Experience dining differently with the Greystone Trust the Chef—a curated culinary journey that takes the hassle out of ordering so you can sit back, relax, and let us delight you. Immerse yourself in an indulgent four-course menu sourced from local Canterbury suppliers, expertly paired with optional wine selections to elevate your dining experience. Parties of 8 or more are required to Trust the Chef.
Four Course Trust the Chef with Wine Pairings $136pp
Four Course Trust the Chef, excluding Wine Pairings $96pp
The Restaurant is open Thursday-Monday.
Book for Lunch here;
Wine Tastings & Cheese
Pop into the Greystone Cellar Door and enjoy our wines in the very place they were grown, made and bottled. Your tasting will feature wines carefully selected from our collection, with options that change regularly to ensure a fresh and exciting experience every visit.
Want to stay a bit longer? Pair your wine tasting with our locally sourced cheese selection, perfect for sharing and complement with our delicious Greystone wines. Whether you’re joining us for a casual tasting or fancy a leisurely afternoon glass of wine, our list offers a selection to satisfy every palate.
Wine Tastings are available 7 days a week.
Book for Wine Tasting only here;
For bookings on the day or if we are showing as fully booked, please call us on 03 3146100 to see if we can accommodate your reservation.
If your preferred date is fully booked, please don’t hesitate to contact us at 03 3146100 to be added to our waitlist.
Please note: While we require your details to secure your reservation, we do not charge a deposit.
On the menu this week
We take pride in our fresh, seasonal menu, thoughtfully crafted to harmonise with selected Greystone wines.
Please note that our menu may change without notice to ensure the freshest seasonal ingredients and perfect wine pairings.
Greystone Lunch
January
Kohekohe oyster, house vinegar mignonette, lemon $6/$34
Greystone sourdough, roasted red pepper butter $16
Baba ghanoush, cumin chips $16
Greystone lamb slider, pickled courgette $9
Fish crudo, cashew cream, fig leaf, lime $24
Polenta cake, tomato concasse, ricotta, balsamic $20
Little river halloumi, sumac yoghurt, cucumber $23
Grilled mussels, nduja butter, pickled garlic $26
Vineyard hogget, tzatziki, cucumber, courgette $38
Roasted market fish, fermented tomato, beans, peas $36
Braised beef short rib, green romesco, smoked onion $38
Crispy agria potatoes, tarragon mayonnaise $16
Organic lettuce, buttermilk dressing, puffed rice $18
Sautéed kohlrabi, chilli, garlic, peanut $16
Dark chocolate crémeux, raspberry sorbet $18
Olive oil cake, strawberry, yoghurt sorbet $18
Vanilla and créme fraiche oreo $6
Greystone Trust the Chef $96pp + wine $40pp
All parties of 8 or more guests are required to Trust the Chef
Tastings and Cheese
Cheese Selection
$17ea per 50g. Served with Sourdough Focaccia, Lavosh & Preserves, made in-house.
Vintage Maasadam Cow’s Milk, Karikaas, North Loburn
Gouda, Goats Milk, Karikaas, North Loburn
Devotion, Sheep’s Milk, Thorvald, Nelson
Tasman Blue, Cow’s Milk, Little River Estate, Redwood Valley
House-made Gluten Free Bread & Rice Crackers $4 per portion (available on request)
6 Estate Wines $24
2023 Greystone Rose Pétillant Naturel
2024 Greystone Omihi Sauvignon Blanc
2023 Greystone Sauvignon Blanc
2023 Greystone Pinot Gris
2022 Greystone Chardonnay
2019 Greystone Pinot Noir
3 Reserve Wines $24
2021 Greystone Erin’s Chardonnay
2021 Greystone Vineyard Ferment Pinot Noir
2021 Greystone Thomas Brother’s Pinot Noir
Booking a larger party?
For bookings of 8 or more guests, please email us at [email protected]. During the summer months all group bookings will be seated outside.
Please note, for parties of 8 or more, a credit card is required to make a reservation. A charge will be made in the event of a cancellation occurring within 48hrs prior to the booking. In the event of a booking decreasing in numbers, unless notified prior to arrival, a $45 per person will be charged to the card on file.
All parties of 8 or more guests are required to Trust the Chef.
Meet Chef Théo, the culinary maestro behind our acclaimed Cellar Door menus
Chef Théo Dubost, who leads the culinary team here at Greystone’s Cellar Door, is renowned for his creative flair and dedication to showcasing the best of local, seasonal produce. Trained in French techniques and European cuisine, Théo honed his skills in Michelin-starred restaurants across France before bringing his expertise to New Zealand. His passion lies in sourcing the freshest ingredients from the region and cooking within the season, not only for their superior taste but also for their positive impact on the environment.
Inspired by nature, Chef Théo believes in utilizing every part of the ingredient, including butchering our own sheep and sharing the cuts in a nose-to-tail approach. This commitment to sustainability and respect for nature is evident in every dish, offering guests an unforgettable culinary experience that honors the flavors of the land.
This connection between food, nature, and sustainability reflects the importance of embracing local resources and respecting the environment, values that resonate deeply with Chef Théo and shape his approach to the Greystone menu.
Chef Théo brings the same intensity to life that he does to his cooking. When he’s not in the kitchen, you’ll find him with grease on his hands, fixing up engines, or out with friends at concerts & gigs. He’s got a thing for road trips and motorcycle races, and he’s always on the hunt for a meal that’s anything but ordinary.
It is easy to make great wine if you have a top vineyard in the Waipara hills, a talented viticulturist and an enthusiastic and innovative winemaker. Greystone wines never fail to impress for their honesty, purity and expression of place and vintage.
Bob Campbell
Give the gift of discovery with the Greystone Cellar Door Gift Card.
Delight your loved ones with the opportunity to uncover the excellence of our organic, sustainable wines, farm-to-table food, and acclaimed hospitality, all set amidst the backdrop of New Zealand’s most beautiful vineyards. Whether it’s a special occasion or a token of appreciation, this gift card is a unique way to share the Greystone experience with someone special. Let them explore the world of Greystone, where each sip, bite, and moment is a memorable celebration of nature, craftsmanship, and genuine Kiwi hospitality.
