2014 sauvignon blanc

2014 sauvignon blanc
MARLBOROUGH, NEW ZEALAND
HERITAGE
Planted in 1980 in the esteemed ‘Golden Triangle’, Drylands Home Block Vineyard is
one of Marlborough’s oldest Sauvignon Blanc vineyards. Darryl Woolley, who made
the first wine from the Home Block in 1982, is regarded as one of the pioneers of
Marlborough Sauvignon Blanc.
VINEYARDS
Drylands 2014 Sauvignon Blanc was crafted from four small vineyard sites in
Marlborough, including the Home Block. Each contributes their own important
characteristics which combine to form the Drylands signature style. Each year, we
look for passionfruit, tropical, citrus flavours and fresh herb aromas, the epitome of
New Zealand Sauvignon Blanc.
One of the few Sauvignon Blanc vineyards in
Marlborough on its own roots. Contributes classic Rapaura characters of
passionfruit and citrus.
DRYLANDS HOME BLOCK
Classic Rapaura site with a range of vine ages
adding complexity. Contributes ripe tropical and passionfruit flavours.
O’DWYERS FARM VINEYARD
Located in the Waihopai Valley of the Wairau. Contributes
tropical fruit, guava, and passionfruit as well as herbal, mineral freshness.
KAHANUI VINEYARD
COMPOSITION:
100% Sauvignon Blanc
On the southern side of the Awatere river. Provides
classic passionfruit, citrus, fresh herb, and rich density on the palate.
ISLAYBURN VINEYARD
APPELL ATION:
Marlborough, New Zealand
HARVEST DATE:
April 2014
TA: 7.5g/L
pH: 3.30
R S: 5g/L
ALCOHOL: 12.5%
IN THE WINERY
The grapes were gently pressed immediately with no skin contact. Based on
characteristics displayed in the vineyard, small batches of juice were cool fermented
separately for approximately three weeks to enhance fruit expression and varietal
character. The wine was lees matured after fermentation to further flavour
development and increase complexity.
TASTING DESCRIPTION
Layers of passionfruit and pink grapefruit with hints of tropical fruit, melon, and
fresh herb. Rich and mouthfilling. Laden with tropical fruit and citrus impressively
structured by juicy acidity.
FOOD PAIRING
Delicious with seafood (salmon, mussels, oysters, sashimi) and poultry (quail,
free-range chicken).
the pick of marlborough
Please enjoy our wines responsibly.