Marlborough Sauvignon Blanc 2023

Vineyards

This Sauvignon Blanc is produced from select vineyards in Marlborough, New Zealand, with 50% of the fruit sourced from the Awatere Valley and the remainder from the Wairau Valley. Awatere Valley's sites, located on both sides of the river, offer distinct soil compositions; the south bank has fertile, deep silt loams, while the north bank comprises stony, shallow soils that impart herbal intensity due to the valley’s dry, windy climate. The Wairau Valley, particularly around Rapaura and the Southern Valleys, contributes warmer sites with soils that range from fertile loams to gravelly alluvium, lending ripe citrus and tropical nuances to the blend.

Winemaking

Each vineyard block is managed to optimise fruit quality, with balanced cropping levels and vertical shoot positioning. To capture the fresh varietal character, skin contact is minimised, and fermentation occurs at cool temperatures in stainless steel tanks with neutral yeast. Some tropical components are aged on lees to enhance texture and palate weight, resulting in a multi-layered wine with both crispness and complexity.

Tasting notes

Flavourful and refreshing, with fine citrus peel notes complemented by white stone fruits and delicate hints of gooseberry. The layered palate unfolds with balanced texture and weight, finishing with a clean, refreshing crispness.

Food pairing

Ideal with seafood—such as shellfish and grilled prawns—and light, fresh salads. The wine’s acidity also makes it an excellent match for lightly spiced vegetarian dishes.