Saint Clair Wairau Reserve Sauvignon Blanc 2020

Colour: Pale straw. Aroma: Exceptionally expressive and intense with an infusion of ripe passionfruit, blackcurrant leaf and crushed fresh thyme. Palate: Opulent and complex with concentrated layers of bright citrus and tropical fruit. The palate is crisp and full, with a salty mineral texture and a lingering finish. Ageing Potential: Drinking beautifully now and will be at its best over the next three years.

The juice was pressed off immediately to minimize skin contact and juice deterioration following harvesting. After settling the juice was fermented in stainless steel using a selected yeast strain. The fermentation was carried out at cool temperatures to retain varietal characters and freshness. This parcel was identified by our winemaking team during comprehensive blind tastings as the very best batch of wine produced for the 2020 vintage and therefore bottled as the Saint Clair Wairau Reserve.