Kim Crawford Marlborough Sauvignon Blanc 2026

Description

Dry, Herbal, Passionfruit

Elegant and finely structured on entry, the palate builds to impressive concentration and depth through the mid-palate. Layers of grapefruit and lemon zest provide focus and intensity, underpinned by crisp, zesty acidity. The finish is long and finely detailed, with lingering citrus, fresh capsicum and subtle herbaceous notes enhancing complexity and persistence.

An intensely aromatic Sauvignon Blanc displaying vibrant notes of ripe passion fruit, fresh melon, and zesty citrus. Layers of grapefruit and lime are complemented by subtle capsicum characters, adding a distinctive herbaceous freshness. Underpinning the fruit profile is a refined oyster shell minerality, lending a saline, coastal edge and enhancing the wine’s overall complexity and precision.

Kim Crawford produces one of Marlborough’s benchmark Sauvignon Blancs and has been named in the “Wine Spectator Top 100” four times. The secret to Kim Crawford’s success is serious attention to detail in the vineyards and winery, with a special focus on sustainable practices individual vineyard block harvesting, and small lot fermentation.

The 2026 vintage in Marlborough saw favorable weather patterns that contributed to excellent fruit quality and robust yields across varieties. During the ripening season, the combination of warm, dry conditions and healthy canopies produced fruit with excellent concentration, flavour, and balance

Food Pairing: Pineapple and mango cerviche, goats cheese salad or a herb crusted white fish fillet.