New Zealand, Marlborough
Sauvignon Blanc
Description
Perfumed and pungent with blackcurrant, passionfruit and a hint of mace. A dense and textural palate with lime and mandarin, kiwifruit and green apple. Fruit concentration provides focus and length. Spicy on finish.
Awards
Silver International Wine Challenge (IWC)
Alcohol
13.0%
Analytical data
dry
Vinification
After harvest the grapes were quickly crushed and pressed into stainless steel tanks where most of the juice was fermented at a range of temperatures to capture the intense varietal flavours. A small portion of juice was fermented in old oak barriques to contribute to the weight and complexity of the wine.
Vineyard: Marlborough
From various Marlborough vineyards
Soil Type
Free-draining, alluvial loams over gravelly sub-soils
Maturation
After extensive tasting trials by the winemakers, the wine was then blended, finished and bottled.
Food Pairing
Can be enjoyed with a variety of food. Serve it with veal, seafood (brilliant with oysters) or a chicken dish such as a mild chicken korma with crispy popadoms.
