Tasting Notes
Our Reserve Sauvignon Blanc 2011 has been made from only the very best fruit from our Brookdale vineyard in the Omaka Valley, Marlborough.
The nose flaunts luscious aromas of gooseberry and tropical fruit with hints of citrus and dried herbs. Showing great intensity and concentration the palate has lingering acidity and impressive length. Made with just a hint of sweetness to achieve optimum balance and finesse.
Food Matching
Sauvignon Blanc and seafood is a match made in heaven. So, be particularly indulgent and savour this wine with a bowl of lobster risotto with lemon rind, garlic, fresh parsley and a pinch of thyme. Absolutely delicious!
Viticulture and Winemaking
The Marlborough 2011 vintage saw bud burst slightly earlier than 2010. Fruit set was above average and careful thinning early in the season brought the vines into perfect balance. By mid to late March typical cool Autumn nights and sunny cloudless days allowed the vines to reach full ripeness and be harvested on schedule in early April.
Harvested in the cool of early morning, the fruit was lightly pressed without crushing resulting in quality juice full of classic Marlborough flavour and aroma. Fermentation in stainless steel and a percentage of French oak barrels, followed by aging on light lees for 6 months have added texture and complexity. A superb wine, for any occasion.
Thoroughly enjoyable now, but will be at its best from 2012 onwards.