Black Cottage Marlborough Sauvignon Blanc 2025

Description

Dry, Floral, Kiwifruit

"It's fabulously aromatic on the nose, showing green apple, rockmelon, and lime peel aromas, leading to a flavoursome palate that's succulent and vibrant. Upfront and lively, offering excellent drinking. At its best: now to 2027" Sam Kim, Wine Orbit, Jul 2025

"Classically vibrant and refreshing, with invigorating acidity, smooth flowing with a soft edge, unfolding minerals and crisp, familiar finish" Candice Chow, Wine Chat

"Bright, even, pale yellow. The nose is gently full, with aromas of gooseberry, lime, guava, elderflower and fresh herb. Medium-light bodied, aromas of gooseberry, lime and guava have a soft presence, melded with elderflower and fresh basil. The fresh, invigorating acidity shows a soft edge, flowing smoothly with a touch of minerals to a crisp finish" Candice Chow, Raymond Chan Reviews, Jul 2025

"Vibrant and enticing bouquet of fresh pink grapefruit and tropical fruits, there’s a mix of fresh herb of basil then wet stone. Dry, crisp, very fresh and vibrant with core flavours that reflect the bouquet. Expressive, youthful and ready to drink from day of purchase through 2028" Cameron Douglas, Master Sommelier, Aug 2025

This lively Sauvignon Blanc has aromas of freshly squeezed lime, cucumber and jalapeño. The palate is juicy and refreshing with flavours of green kiwifruit and gauva and a mouthfeel that is crisp, refined and focused with a delicate wet stone finish. Its bright acidity brings it together to leave you wanting more.

The 2025 growing season kicked off with a warm spring, leading to excellent flowering conditions and healthy yields. A cool, wet summer was followed by dry and warm conditions in February. This allowed for optimal harvest conditions for ripening fruit. As a result, the fruit had vibrant acidity and great concentration, with excellent balance, reflecting the region's signature style. This Sauvignon Blanc underwent cool fermentation in stainless steel tanks before aging on lees for 2 months to add texture and complexity.

Food Pairing: Best enjoyed on a sunny afternoon with friends with freshly steamed green lip mussels.