Mount Riley Marlborough Sauvignon Blanc 2025

Description

Dry, Kiwifruit, Passionfruit

"Upfront and fabulously aromatic, the bouquet presents notes of feijoa, kiwifruit, crunchy apple, and lemon zest. The palate is equally appealing with excellent fruit intensity backed by fleshy texture and beautifully pitched acidity, finishing long and delicious. At its best: now to 2028" Sam Kim, Wine Orbit, Jun 2025

Light straw with green hues. Complex aromas of citrus, passionfruit, gooseberries and currant with a touch of crushed herbs. Weighty mouthfeel with intense although refined flavours finishing with a crisp acidity.

Our 2025 Sauvignon Blanc is a blend from multiple vineyard sites throughout Marlborough, with a portion from the Awatere Valley and the balance from the Wairau Valley.

The 25 season began early, with an excellent flowering period leading to full bunches and initial estimates pointed towards higher than average yields. Fortunately, the weather in the run up to harvest was very kind. Sensational dry conditions from Christmas through to harvest ensured there were no disease issues. Cooler temperatures throughout January and February were beneficial in slowing down sugar accumulation and extending the ripening period allowing a longer hang time laying the foundation for more aromatic intense fruit.

Grapes were crushed and destemmed prior to pressing and fermentation was induced by the introduction of carefully selected yeast strains.  We fermented in stainless steel at cool temperatures to preserve the lifted aromatics in this wine.

Food Pairing: Drinking well now; this wine can be enjoyed until late 2027. Great as an aperitif or match with seafood, smoked fish, fresh salads, or chargrilled vegetables.