The Craft Series Pride & Glory Sauvignon Blanc 2015

Initially showing delicate aromas of citrus blossom and wet stone, this Sauvignon Blanc reveals subtle complexity of spice from a light touch of new oak. The weighty and lush palate of ripe citrus pith is focused by crisp acidity and fine oak tannins from time in barrel, resulting in a beautifully textured and elegant wine with endless minerality. This Sauvignon Blanc matches well with seafood. Try with a classic clam linguine garnished with a fragrant garlic butter sauce and plenty of fresh herbs.

Waihopai River Vineyard, Waihopai Valley, Marlborough The specific sites chosen for our Pride & Glory Sauvignon Blanc are the stoniest sub-blocks on the lower-most terrace; an ancient riverbed made up of super stony, free draining silts with the barest minimum of topsoil.

Hand-harvested from select rows within our Waihopai River Vineyard then gently whole bunch pressed with minimal maceration, the resulting juices were fermented in a selection of new and older large-format French oak. Post fermentation, the wines were aged on fine lees for a further 10 months to help develop richness and complexity before being blended and bottled in March 2016.

Aged on lees for 10 months.