Winemaker Notes
This full-bodied, barrel-fermented Sauvignon Blanc has deep aromas of citrus and rock melon. The palate is wonderfully rich and complex, displaying concentrated tropical fruit flavors with subtle barrel overtones. An elegant, sophisticated Sauvignon with a citrus minerality that lingers on and on.
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Wine Spectator
Pops with Key lime and pickled ginger notes that are crisp and bright, on a sleek frame, offering fresh citrus zest accents on the bright finish, lingering beautifully. Drink now.
Capable of a vast array of styles, Sauvignon Blanc is a crisp, refreshing variety that equally reflects both terroir and varietal character. Though it can vary depending on where it is grown, a couple of commonalities always exist—namely, zesty acidity and intense aromatics. This variety is of French provenance. Somm Secret—Along with Cabernet Franc, Sauvignon Blanc is a proud parent of Cabernet Sauvignon. That green bell pepper aroma that all three varieties share is no coincidence—it comes from a high concentration of pyrazines (herbaceous aromatic compounds) inherent to each member of the family.
Rolling hills evolve from a scenic coastline to form an ideal setting for Sauvignon Blanc vineyards. Pinot Noir, Pinot Gris and Chardonnay rank in after New Zealand’s prized varietal as most widely planted in Nelson. The region is slightly cooler and has more precipitation on average compared to Marlborough.