Villa Maria Private Bin Sauvignon Blanc 2022, Marlborough, New Zealand

Description

Vineyards and Winemaking

Fruit set in the cool spring weather was lower than usual, resulting in the development of open bunches with small flavourful berries. From January onwards, Marlborough experienced a summer of the century, with a spell of long hot dry weather with moderately cool nights providing the perfect environment to ensure physiological and flavour ripeness whilst retaining freshness.

Winemaker’s Comment

This wine is bottled shortly after harvest to showcase the youthful, fresh and vibrant characteristics of Marlborough. Initially, the cool climate
Awatere aromas jump out of the glass, such as lemongrass, jalapeño peppers and fresh herbs. In contrast, the Wairau Valley has warmer
summer months, influencing vineyards to produce a pungent Sauvignon Blanc with ripe citrus and tropical fruit flavours.

Serving Suggestions

A perfect aperitif wine, serve chilled on warm summer days. Fresh herbal flavours match well with most salads, whereas the riper tropical flavours
match well with any fish recipes.

Vintage

An exceptional growing season produced fruit in pristine condition. The summer was dry with cooler nights that are typical for Marlborough. Yields
were at their optimum level and the stable autumn weather allowed us to extend the hang time of the fruit on the vines to achieve physiological
ripeness.

Vineyard & Winemaking Technical Details

VARIETIES: Sauvignon Blanc
ALCOHOL: 12.5%
PH: 3.15
TOTAL ACIDITY: 7.7gL
RESIDUAL SUGAR: 6gL