Obliix Marlborough Sauvignon Blanc 2024

Description

Dry, Gooseberry, Peach

A name synonymous with leadership in wine, Sir George Fistonich has a history of success but has always operated with an eye on the future. In 2021 Sir George, not content with retiring, founded Fistonich Family Vineyards to continue his love of viticulture, winemaking and developing future talent.

Typical Marlborough characters jump out of the glass Fresh lime and grapefruit are followed by lightly tropical and herbaceous aromas. Barrel and lees ageing has provided complexity, with hints of nutmeg, wet stones and lightly roasted almonds. The palate is dry and medium bodied with a crisp, vibrant acidity and chalky, long finish

The 2024 Marlborough grape harvest was characterized by low yields due to poor flowering but resulted in high-quality fruit with intense flavours, thanks to dry, warm conditions and cool nights during the growing season. This combination of factors led to an early start, minimal disease pressure, and the production of excellent wines.

100% tank fermented in various vessels to enable a wide range of yeast and fermentation temperatures to add to the development of the palate structure. Once ferment was completed the wine was left on its yeast lees to further develop the mouthfeel and length.