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WINEMAKERS COMMENTS
Typical Marlborough characters jump out of the glass Fresh lime and grapefruit are followed by lightly tropical and herbaceous aromas. Barrel and lees ageing has provided complexity, with hints of nutmeg, wet stones and lightly roasted almonds. The palate is dry and medium bodied with a crisp, vibrant acidity and chalky, long finish.
VINTAGE
The 2024 Marlborough grape harvest was characterized by low yields due to poor flowering but resulted in high-quality fruit with intense flavours, thanks to dry, warm conditions and cool nights during the growing season. This combination of factors led to an early start, minimal disease pressure, and the production of excellent wines.
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Ballochdale, Awatere Valley, Marlborough 98%
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VARIETIES: 100% Sauvignon Blanc
ALCOHOL: 13.5%
TOTAL ACIDITY: 8.66 gL
PH: 3.12
RESIDUAL SUGAR: < 1.0 gL
STD DRINKS = 75Oml: 8.0
FRUIT HANDLING: Hand Harvested
FERMENTATION VESSEL: Tank fermented with selective Sauvignon Blanc yeasts. Portion of natural malolactic fermentation in seasoned oak barriques. The wines were left on their yeast lees until just prior to blending.
FINING: No Fining. VEGAN FRIENDLY
BOTTLED: September 2O25