"Aromatic Albariño, giving a strong varietal identity" Bob Campbell, MW
"Fruity acidity together with fine tannins, promotes a drying finish" Bob Campbell, MW
Imbibe on its own or devour along with a Thai chicken salad
Leftfield Gisborne Albariño 2018
Leftfield Gisborne Albariño 2018
Accolades
Awarded Gold Medal
New Zealand International Wine Show 2019
Awarded Gold Medal
New Zealand Wine of the Year Awards 2019
Awarded 90/100 Points & 4 Stars: Buy of the Week
Bob Campbell, Master of Wine, Real Review, Nov 2018
Awarded 4.5 Stars
Michael Cooper, Master Sommelier
Awarded 4.5 Stars
Cuisine Magazine 2019
Description
- Citrus
- Melon
- Lime
- Off-dry style
"Aromatic Albariño with citrus, mandarin, lime sherbet and white flower flavours giving a strong varietal identity. Fruity acidity almost masks a hint of sweetness and, together with fine tannins, promotes a drying finish" Bob Campbell, Master of Wine, Real Review, Nov 2018
Gorgeous little citrus flowers link arms with melon and peach to dance in the sunshine, always maintaining an air of class. Meanwhile, lime lingers in the shadows vying for attention.
This aromatic white wine grape hailing from Spain and Northern Portugal also performs exceedingly well in Gisborne. A nice warm summer punctuated with refreshing rainfall resulted in perfect ripeness in the 2018 Albariño grapes. The fruit was picked and gently pressed to stainless steel tanks. 80% of the clear juice was racked and fermented with yeast selected to highlight the lovely aromatics and texture of this exciting variety. The remaining 20% of the juice was run to seasoned French Oak puncheons for a natural fermentation which adds complexity and richness to the wine.
Food Pairing: Imbibe on its own or devour along with a Thai chicken salad.
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Dry, crisp and refreshing. Acidic and well balanced citrus flavours. If you're tired of sauv blancs try this.
Carolyn - 31/01/2020
Wow! Really impressed with this wine. Dry and fruity with good floral aroma.
Graeme - 30/01/2020
Delicious wine at a very reasonable price
Trish - 28/01/2020
A little too tart
Rod - 07/02/2020
This is a nice albariño, not the best I have tried but good value for money.
Marie - 29/01/2020
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