Wairau River Sauvignon Blanc 1998

Sauvignon Blanc

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Product Details

Varietal

Sauvignon Blanc

Producer

Wairau River

Vintage

1998

Size

750ML

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Winemaker Notes

In 1998, we enjoyed a dry and very warm summer which allowed us to harvest ripe fruit flavors that about with tropical depth. Cooler nights prevailed which helped the grapes retain their acid levels which resulted in a wine of perfect balance and a full-bodied ripe style.

We then added some spiciness from our more herbal vineyard sites and created a wine of ample character, framed beautifully with its varietal freshness. This Sauvignon Blanc has great charm and will continue to develop in the cellar. The resulting wines are some of the best produced from Marlborough since 1989. -Phil Rose, Proprietor

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The edge of the Wairau River is a special place for growing grapes. A place where soil, climate and terrain combine to help produce outstanding wines. Phil and Chris Rose established their vineyards here in 1978 and today the extended Rose family produce some of the best wines Marlborough has to offer. Wairau River holds the Sustainable Certification from Sustainable Winegrowing New Zealand.

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