2016 Villa Maria Reserve Wairau Valley Sauvignon Blanc, Marlborough
A$26.25
A classic Wairau Valley style bursting with the trademark ripe fruit characters found in this sub region. The nose displays pure and powerful aromas of passionfruit, grapefruit, blackcurrant, and underlying subtle flinty tones. The palate is concentrated with an enticing array of ripe gooseberry and guava flavours, naturally complemented by a fine thread of acidity and a long finish.
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SKU
5166WRV16
94 points Bob Campbell The Real Review
Quite a concentrated sauvignon blanc showing good purity and a mix of flavours from the greener gooseberry end of the spectrum to riper tropical fruits. Fruity acidity helps drive a lengthy finish. Attractive complexity with layers of flavour, including a suggestion of gunflint 01 NOV 2016
From the Villa Maria website: www.villamaria.co.nz
VINEYARD DESCRIPTION:
The fruit for this wine comes from a combination of vineyards with varying soils and viticultural techniques from the Southern Valley tributaries of the main Wairau Valley. The common thread between the vineyards was an unrelenting focus on vine health, achieved by careful yield adjustments and water management, as well as a balanced approach to vine nutrition.
WINEMAKERS COMMENT:
A classic Wairau Valley style bursting with the trademark ripe fruit characters found in this sub region. The nose displays pure and powerful aromas of passionfruit, grapefruit, blackcurrant, and underlying subtle flinty tones. The palate is concentrated with an enticing array of ripe gooseberry and guava flavours, naturally complemented by a fine thread of acidity and a long finish.
Enjoy with fresh pan fried snapper fillets or a goats cheese, pear and rocket salad.
| Product/Service Sold Out | Yes |
|---|---|
| En Primeur | No |
| New Arrivals | No |
| Wine Type | White Wine |
| Wine Style | Traditional |
| Country | New Zealand |
| Region | Marlborough |
| Varietals | Sauvignon Blanc |
| Vintage | 2016 |
| Bottle Size | 750ml |
| Wine Points | 94 |
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