Palliser Estate Sauvignon Blanc 2022
New Zealand, Martinborough
Sauvignon Blanc
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Description
An iconic Martinborough style of Sauvignon Blanc that is serious, subtle and textural while still oozing with vibrant tropical and citrus fruit characteristics
Alcohol
12.5%
Analytical data
dry
3.54 g/l residual sugar
Vinification
The juice is pressed and cooled in stainless steel for two days before racking and cold fermentation to maximise flavour. Postfermentation lees stirring adds complexity and texture to the wine. A small portion of this wine is fermented in old barrels and blended back into tank.
Was malolactic fermentation used: no
Was high-solid fermentation used: no
Maturation
Cold settled over 2 days and racked to tank for fermenting. 2 months on lees before bottling
Bottling
Closure: Screw top