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Ant Moore Wines
 
Ant Moore Wines

Ant Moore a+ Sauvignon Blanc 2023

New Zealand, Wairau Valley
Sauvignon Blanc
Ant Moore Signature Series Sauvignon Blanc 2023
Ant Moore a+ Pinot Noir 2022
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Description

COLOUR A soft hint of yellow with green hues.

NOSE A lifted fresh herb nose with notes of white peach and tropical fruit.

PALATE Nectarine and white peach well balanced with a dry stone minerality. A touch of dry phenolics from the skin ferment.

CELLARING Drink now through to December 2025.

Certifications

VegetarianVegan
Low/no sulfur

Alcohol

12.5%

Analytical data

2.33 g/l residual sugar
7.91 g/l acidity
3.24 pH

Vineyard

Harvest 2021 was about 8 days earlier than 2020 and kicked off on March 9th and was complete in 4 weeks finishing on April 9th. No two vintages are the same and this year the difference was the lower yield. Springtime flowering conditions weren’t favourable with cooler weather than usual leading to a large reduction in yield. Some late spring frosts occurred affecting some localised areas of Marlborough and contributed to the lower yielding 2021 vintage. However, we had great weather throughout the ripening period, lots of sunshine and cooler nights, and very little rain so there was no disease pressure and all varieties achieved fantastic ripeness and flavours, albeit small volumes.

Vinification

These grapes were selected from our most premium vineyards up in the Waihopai Valley and Wairau valley to provide a complex base that gives the sensory experience of layers of complexity and enjoyment. Stainless steel fermentation at between 12°C to 16°C using selected aromatic yeasts retains varietal character while a short period of lees contact and a small portion fermented in oak barrels contributes texture and roundness.

Was malolactic fermentation used: no
Was high-solid fermentation used: no

Bottling

Closure: Screw top

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