2018 Ata Rangi Raranga Sauvignon Blanc, Martinborough
A$27.00
Availability:
Out of stock
SKU
ATASAU18
Raranga Sauvignon Blanc (“woven” in Maori) is Ata Rangi's expression of this variety in the low yielding Martinborough region. Utilising several traditional winemaking techniques including barrel ferments with high solids juice, extended skin contact and partial malolactic fermentation. Around 15% of the fruit was fermented in contact with skins, drawing out their more complex flavours. The grape skins also contain phenolics which, combined with the natural acidity, offer a fresh back bone. These portions are woven together to produce a complex and textural wine.
Complex nose of lemon curd, citrus blossom and white peach with spicy aromatics reminiscent of cinnamon apple pie. The texture that the on-skins and barrel fermentation components bring shows itself in a suppleness creaminess, which mingles with lemon zest notes and a tangy finish.
The 2018 Raranga Sauvignon Blanc follows winemaker Helen Master's recent trend of incorporating a small portion of skin-contact fermentation for increased texture/phenolics and exotic aromas. It's a fine effort, offering up hints of red currants and pink grapefruit on the nose, ample weight and concentration on the creamy-textured palate and a long, tactile finish.
Score: 92, Drink: 2019-2022, Joe Czerwinski The Wine Advocate Issue 241
| Product/Service Sold Out | Yes |
|---|---|
| En Primeur | No |
| New Arrivals | No |
| Wine Type | White Wine |
| Wine Style | Certified Organic |
| Country | New Zealand |
| Region | Martinborough |
| Varietals | Sauvignon Blanc |
| Vintage | 2018 |
| Bottle Size | 750ml |
| Wine Points | NRY |
Write Your Own Review