Babich Select Blocks Organic Marlborough Sauvignon Blanc 2023
New Zealand, Marlborough
Sauvignon Blanc
Description
A gentle nose of lime, nettle, honeydew melon and mineral. Hints of sweet nectarine.
Spice, lime and moss with tarragon and lemongrass. Orange blossom and pear finishing with a lingering mandarin note. Juicy, yet soft, with good viscosity and volume.
Awards
90 Points - Silver Medal - Decanter World Wine Awards
93 POINTS - Cameron Douglas MS, www.camdouglasms.com, Nov 21
Certifications
Biogro
Low/no sulfur
Natural wine
Alcohol
13.0%
Analytical data
dry
4.4 g/l residual sugar
5.7 g/l acidity
3.24 pH
Vineyard
From Headwaters vineyard
Vinification
Fruit from certified organic vineyards in the Wairau and Awatere valleys were quickly crushed and pressed into stainless steel tanks. The juice was fermented at controlled temperatures to capture the unique varietal flavours of the grape. Strict organic procedures were followed at all times.
Was malolactic fermentation used: yes
Was high-solid fermentation used: no
Maturation
No
Bottling
Closure: Screw top