Sauvignon Blanc 2024

Tasting Notes

Vibrant aromas of ripe gooseberry, freshly crushed blackcurrant leaf and lemongrass flow onto a palate that balances herbaceous drive with hints of stone-fruit, lime and a whisper of coastal salinity. Crisp acidity keeps the finish long and refreshing—an archetype of Marlborough Sauvignon Blanc.

Accolades

• Cameron Douglas MS: 93 pts
  "Bright, fresh, very fruity and precise with classic SB qualities of pungency and power—lemon and pink grapefruits, gooseberry and fresh sage, then a lick of tropical fruits. Crisp and dry, saline and fresh, flavours reflect the bouquet with a pineapple twist added. Well made with length and impact. Best from 2025 through 2027."

In the Vineyard

Grown in Marlborough’s Southern Valleys, fruit from a single vineyard benefited from careful canopy management: selective leaf-plucking for airflow and dappled shade allowed classic varietal characters to flourish.

In the Winery

Winemaker James Rowan vinified free-run and press fractions separately before blending. Co-inoculation with complementary yeasts built aromatic complexity, while a small portion was fermented in seasoned French oak barriques to add texture, then reunited with the cool-fermented stainless-steel component.

Cellaring Potential

Designed for enjoyment over the year or two following harvest, Sauvignon Blanc 2024 will remain bright and expressive through to 2026. Serve well-chilled as a vibrant aperitif or with summer fare.

Vintage Notes

Harvest Date: 10 April 2023
Bottling: 14 September 2023
Composition: 100% Sauvignon Blanc
Alcohol: 13% ABV
Total Acidity: 8.5 g/L
pH: 2.98
Residual Sugar: 1.5 g/L
Closure: Screw cap
Bottle Size: 750 ml
Production: Limited release of 131 dozen bottles