Kelly Washington Organic Sauvignon Blanc 2023

Grown and made in a way that is atypical of Sauvignon Blanc from the region, the Kelly Washington Sauvignon Blanc subsequently has quite a unique expression. The hallmark of the wine is texture, and the palate is quite layered, yet vibrant and defined, with a very low pH that is typical of the terroir. An assertive, beautiful elderflower note is felt on both the nose and palate. Overall, a very grown up and delicious Sauvignon Blanc.

A 16 year old dry farmed organic vineyard, located in the Waihopi valley, part of the Southern Valleys region of Marlborough. Soils are loess over clay sub soil.

Whole bunch pressed. A portion fermented in a small stainless steel tank ( 70%) and the balance ( 30%) fermented in, largely, old neutral barrels. One new French oak barrel was also filled – medium toast, Allier forest (represented 3 % of the total blend).

10 months on full lees, in tank and barrel. The barrels were stirred monthly.