2023 Nuala Marlborough
Sauvignon Blanc Reserve

Technical information

Hand-picked fruit coming from a single vineyard in the Wairau valley. Whole bunch pressed and cold settled over night before undergoing partial fermentation in oakbarrels and stainless-steel tank, using wild indigenous yeast. aged on lees in French oak barrels and foudres for 10 months before blending and bottling.

Vintage 2023

It began strongly with excellent flowering, leading to the potential for an abundant crop come harvest time. A classic Marlborough summer saw consistent days with no excessive heat and a slightly lower sunshine total than average. Light yet persistent rainevents during berry maturation meant that focused vineyard management was essential to preserve healthy fruit for the harvest. This challenge was well met across the vineyards, resulting in beautifully clean fruit ready for a promising harvest.

Tasting notes

Notes of white flowers, summer stone fruit and preserved citrus on the nose. Textured. with layers of white peach and white flowers with mineral characters and subtle toast notes. A freshening acidity underpins this dense and enticing palate, leading to a long and elegant finish.

Food pairing

We recommend serving this wine chilled and enjoying it on its own or alongside the last of the summer’s produce.

Technical specifications

Grape variety: 100% Marlborough Sauvignon Blanc
Sub-region: Wairau Valley
Alcohol: 14% Residual
Sugar: Nil pH: 3.2
TA: 7.1
Oak treatment: 20% new French oak barrel and foudre
Malolactic Fermentation: partial
Vegan Friendly