"95pts... CLASSY and DISTINCTIVE wine in a restrained style" Bob Campbell, Master Of Wine
Fragrant aromatics reminiscent of grapefruit peel, bitter lemon, guava, nettle and sweet herbs.
Try this with fresh summer flavours of gazpacho or tomato consommé
Limited vintage clearance.
Marble Leaf Marlborough Sauvignon Blanc 2016
Accolades
Awarded 95/100 Points
Bob Campbell, Master of Wine, Real Review, Nov 2016
Awarded 90/100 Points
Sam Kim, Wine Orbit, Dec 2017
Awarded 17.5/20 Points
Raymond Chan, Nov 2016
Description
"Increased barrel fermentation component, now up to 10% with a small percentage on skins. A very textural sauvignon blanc while still retaining ripe stone fruit and nectarine, plus a hint of savoury lees character. The acidity is nicely integrated but still helps drive a lengthy finish. A classy and distinctive wine in a restrained style" Bob Campbell, Master of Wine, Real Review, Nov 2016
"Bright, pale straw-yellow colour with slight green hues, lighter on the rim. The nose is firmly packed with a core of cut-grass, nettles, fresh herbs and gooseberries, along with subtle bean notes adding interest and showing the beginnings of secondary development. Dry to taste and medium-bodied, the palate has good intensity of cut-grass, nettle, herb and gooseberry flavours. The fruit forms a fine, tight core, and the wine flows along a fine-textured line with mouthwatering acidity providing energy. The wine carries to a lingering, nuanced finish of cut-grass, gooseberries and hints of minerals. This is a fresh Sauvignon Blanc with good depth of cooler-spectrum nettle, cut-grass and gooseberry flavours and hints of beans and minerals. Match with salads and vegetables, and Mediterranean fare over the next 2 years. Fruit from 12 sites in the Wairau Valley fermented in stainless-steel, with 10% in barrel, and a small portion on skins to 13.0% alc. the barrel component aged 4-5 months on lees" Raymond Chan, Nov 2016
"It is beautifully lifted on the nose showing green rockmelon, passionfruit, lemongrass and sweet basil characters, leading to a fruit-expressive palate that is intense and juicy. The wine delivers bright fruit flavours and vibrant acidity, finishing long and attractive. At its best: now to end of 2018" Sam Kim, Wine Orbit, Dec 2017
Fragrant aromatics reminiscent of grapefruit peel, bitter lemon, guava, nettle and sweet herbs. Up front smoky notes and stone-like mineral flavours to the finish add complexity and interest.
A full and complex spectrum of flavours, from herbal through to some tropical fruit salad notes. Tangy grapefruit, bitter lemon, redcurrant, tropical fruit and hints of dried thyme. Mouthfeel is rounded with good weight, and is enriched by the barrel ferment components, which add a little structure creaminess too. Acidity is elegant and juicy but by no means tart, and helps to promote a signature dry, stony mineral finish.
The Marble Leaf originates in a selection of Wairau Valley vineyards. The wine was inspired by the native Marble Leaf; the packaging combines natural elements into a beautifully detailed illustration in the shape of a leaf. The illustration evokes the essence of the wine – a fusion of flavours and senses, New Zealand’s natural environment and a delicate touch.
Marlborough Sauvignon Blanc has become famous worldwide for its expression of place and the purity, freshness and intensity of the flavours the combination of soil and climate provides. Framingham 2016 Sauvignon Blanc takes classic Marlborough flavours and marries them to a fine acid structure and rich texture with a mineral twist. The wine’s liveliness and punch are immediately appealing and will provide rewarding drinking over the next 18-24 months.
Food Pairing: The fragrant flavours in this wine will pair well dishes that contain raw tomato such as gazpacho, tomato consommé or tomato vinaigrettes. Also fabulous paired next to young goats' cheeses - or salads that contain goats cheese.
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Barry - member since May 2010
A really nice drop for the price - soft on the palette
Jane - member since Dec 2015
This is a superb wine, at an unbelievably low price :)
Claire - member since Mar 2014
Very well balanced fruity wine , great value for money .
Lyn - member since May 2008
great quality wine excellent value
Tom - member since Jul 2017
Excellent Sauv easy drinking, dry white wine with a generous and juicy palate
Abraham - member since Jul 2017
Excellent, lived up to my expectations
Brian - member since Jul 2009
Excellent value for money, drinking it now and a beautiful taste.
Lyla - member since Feb 2007
Great value
Barry - member since Dec 2010
Fresh and fruity
Alison - member since Apr 2005
top value wine from a very good winery.
John - member since May 2006
Excellent value and drinking superbly.
Don - member since May 2008
great everday afforable quaffer...
Graham - member since May 2006
A lovely, drinkable SB ...... outstanding value for money! We will definitely be back for more!
Colin - member since Feb 2014
Beautiful, delicate wine. So glad we purchased a case and will definitely purchase some more in due course.
Gillian - member since Sep 2009
Lovely Great value
Penny - member since Oct 2006
A top sav
Jim - member since May 2008
Beautiful wine - quite elegant.
Bruce - member since Nov 2004
Excellent Sav Blanc and wonderful value for money!!
Trish - member since Apr 2015
Would be very hard to buy anywhere else such value for money
Dianne - member since Mar 2010
This was a winner, great taste, and enjoyable over summer.
John - member since Jul 2013
Awesome value for money wine. Tried a six bottle case first available, then a 12 bottle case. Grassy and capsicum on the nose. Dry and full of flavour on the tongue. A well-rounded wine. Completely suitable for quaffing. Also pairs well with flavoured rice salads, as well as green salads. Great with fish, and imagine a range of seafood options would also go well with this wine. Highly recommended.
Stuart - member since Sep 2012
Xlnt value very nice wine
Pam - member since Feb 2012
Great value and so good we ordered another case
Sharee - member since Aug 2005
A lovely wine and a great price, I definitely recommend it!
Nicki - member since Jul 2013
Great tasting sauv blanc at excellent value
Russell - member since Jun 2008
So good that I have reordered.
Jenny - member since Jun 2015
I am really enjoying this wine, great service as well.
Sandra - member since Dec 2017
Very nice wine - great summer drinking
Malcolm - member since Jul 2009
Great wine at greater price
Mervyn - member since Aug 2007
Delicious
Kay - member since Sep 2013
Very nice drinking wine. Good value.
John Andrew Dennis - member since Feb 2010
Great fruity wine
Terry - member since Aug 2009
Excellent value and very drinkable
Mike - member since Jan 2013
Good honest Marlborough sav, and very drinkable.
Rod - member since Apr 2008
Great value
Cathryn - member since Sep 2014
This has to be the best value Sauvignon Blanc available in NZ. We have bought it before and have just stocked up on enough to last summer.
Graham - member since May 2013
Really nice wine at a very good price , will buy more
Brian - member since Oct 2005
This is a beautiful Sav brought another two cases . Very good value for money. Loved it very smooth.
Katrina - member since Sep 2012
NICE WINE AND PRICE
Graeme - member since Oct 2009
Excellent value
Marilyn - member since Mar 2015
This wine is good value for the price. Nice to have chilled on a hot day with a light meal.
Grant - member since May 2013
Excellent value for money
Gary - member since Oct 2010
A very drinkable summer wine and great value
Joan - member since Dec 2005
Very good value at the price paid.
Michael - member since Apr 2005
have always enjoyed this wine and its a great price too
Heather - member since Nov 2014
A nice drop indeed
Ken - member since Jan 2007
Great drinking and great value
Gary - member since Aug 2007
Great value. A VERY good wine!
Averil - member since Mar 2009
Very smooth
Dave - member since Jul 2012
Very smooth & easy to drink. Thoroughly enjoyable.
Judy - member since Dec 2017
Have always been happy with any wines i have bought from you.
Betty - member since Jan 2011
Good value.
Barry - member since Feb 2012
Good value
Michael G - member since Feb 2013
Really nice.
Sam - member since Apr 2010
Very enjoyable. Would definitely get more.
Jean - member since Sep 2006
Excellent drinking and better value
Tony - member since Apr 2005
Pleasant and easy to drink, good value.
Gary - member since Nov 2010
VERY NICE
John - member since Nov 2010
Very satisfying.
Jim - member since Jul 2011
Excellent value for money we will buy again
Maurice - member since Oct 2010
This is a lovely drink
Trevor - member since Jan 2007
A very nice drop
Ronnie - member since Apr 2014
Very pleased with my choice
Aynsley - member since Oct 2005
Nice drop pleasantly surprised great value for money
Shelley - member since Jul 2010
Refreshing
Colin - member since Sep 2007
Nice drop, easy to drink :)
Teina - member since May 2015
Very happy great service
Raewyn - member since Dec 2017
Great value sav.
Martyn - member since Sep 2005
Excellent value for money. Very pleasant to drink, fruity wine
Christine - member since Apr 2008
Outstanding value for money. Just ordered a second case
Gretchen - member since Jan 2010
Definitely buy again. Excellent value!
Angela - member since Nov 2011
Very pleasant flavour, have bought again
Dave - member since Mar 2009
Very enjoyable.
Sue - member since Nov 2012
A cut above the average. Well worth the purchase!
Rhys - member since Mar 2010
Nice wine, nice price!
Stephen - member since Nov 2011
Good value.
John - member since Aug 2007
Very nice. Thanks
Colleen - member since Jul 2009
A great summer drink. Light, crisp and fruity with a lovely finish. Glad I bought a doz!
NEIL - member since Jan 2012
Easy drinking wine
Trish - member since Apr 2011
Lovely to drink. Definitely buy again.
Rob - member since Aug 2011
This is my second dozen. Enjoying it as much as the first. It is a Framingham wine even if it has a different label and is lovely.
Pat - member since Aug 2008
All good, don't hesitate at this price.
RICHARD - member since Sep 2016
Very good drop
Moyra - member since Mar 2012
Pleasant
Joy - member since Jan 2010
Nice drop at a good price
Rod - member since Jan 2008
An excellent, well balanced marlborough Sauvy. All the usual fruit flavours and not too much 'zing'. Very favourable priced.
Tony - member since Apr 2014
Have always enjoyed this wine, must be my 3rd or 4th dozen.
Denis - member since Jul 2009
Fabulous wine. Fantastic value
Richard - member since Oct 2008
3.5 really - almost 4
Hamish - member since Jan 2018
Not quite to my liking but is drinkable and for the price does represent fair value
Carolyn - member since Aug 2012
an average bar house wine would have prefered a mixed sauvignon case
stan - member since Dec 2016
Really good quaffing wine at a great price and including delivery .
Peter - member since Jan 2012
Middle of the road sav, pleasant and drinkable
Robert - member since Dec 2017
good value for money
Josip - member since Jan 2010
For the price, it's good value easy drinking without any depth.
Neil - member since Feb 2005
Good value
Stafford Alexander - member since Sep 2006
Pleasant and easy drinking
Celia - member since Oct 2009
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