Tasting notes Sauvignon Blanc 2011

 

Technical analysis

Harvest date :	In the cool evening of 12th April 2011
Bottled date :	22nd July 2011
Brix at harvest :	23.3%
Titratable acid :	7.8g/L
pH :	3.05
Residual sugar :	1.8g/L
Alcohol :	13.1%
Closure :	Screwcap

 

Variety :
100% Sauvignon Blanc, single estate, Awatere Valley, Marlborough

 

Cellaring :
This wine is best enjoyed now or cellared for up to 3 years

 

Serving Temperature :
Lightly chilled

 

This 2011 Sauvignon Blanc shows a mineral pureness, of ripe tropical flavours, gooseberries, a hint of citrus, balanced by a lush herbaceousness of green tomato stalks and capsicums.

 

Food Accompaniments :      
Grilled or poached fish, New Zealand green-lip mussels, crayfish, oysters, quiche, pâté, salads and chicken.