2024 Emmalene Sauvignon Blanc, Adelaide Hills

Emmalene Sauvignon Blanc from the Adelaide Hills is a crisp and vibrant wine that showcases the best of this cool-climate region. The Adelaide Hills, with its high altitude and cooler temperatures, provides an ideal environment for producing Sauvignon Blanc that is fresh, aromatic, and packed with zesty fruit flavors. This Sauvignon Blanc is a perfect example of the region’s ability to create wines with balance, elegance, and vibrancy, while reflecting Emmalene Johnson’s hands-on, artisan approach to winemaking.

Sourced from carefully selected vineyards within the Adelaide Hills, the grapes for this Sauvignon Blanc are handpicked to ensure the highest quality fruit. The winemaking process focuses on minimal intervention, allowing the natural flavors of the fruit to shine. The wine is fermented in stainless steel tanks to preserve its freshness and crisp acidity, while also allowing the bright citrus and tropical fruit characteristics to take center stage.

In the glass, Emmalene Sauvignon Blanc has a pale, straw-yellow color with green tints, indicating its youthful vibrancy. The nose is immediately aromatic, with vibrant aromas of citrus fruits like lemon, lime, and grapefruit, along with tropical notes of passionfruit and gooseberry. There’s also a hint of freshly cut grass, adding that signature herbaceous character that makes Sauvignon Blanc so distinctive.

On the palate, this Sauvignon Blanc is light to medium-bodied with a crisp, refreshing acidity that gives it structure and balance. The citrus and tropical fruit flavors are bright and juicy, with lemon, lime, and passionfruit leading the way. The wine’s acidity lifts the fruit, creating a zesty, clean finish that lingers on the palate. It’s a wine that feels fresh and lively, making it perfect for those who enjoy a vibrant, food-friendly Sauvignon Blanc.

Emmalene Sauvignon Blanc is incredibly versatile when it comes to food pairing. It works beautifully with seafood, such as oysters, prawns, or grilled fish, as well as light salads, goat cheese, or fresh Mediterranean dishes like bruschetta or grilled vegetables. It also pairs wonderfully with dishes that have a bit of spice, like Thai or Indian cuisine, making it a great choice for a wide range of meals.