Gem Marlborough Sauvignon Blanc 2006

Grown in the Rapaura district of the Wairau Valley the grapes for this wine were harvested in outstanding condition and separated into two parcels - free run and pressings. Both were fermented completely ‘dry’ and then blended back together for ageing on lees. After approximately nine months with regular re suspension of the yeast lees, ideal palate balance was achieved and the wine was immediately filtered and bottled. Allowed to settle in the bottle for two months prior to release, this sauvignon blanc will develop palate weight and fruit intensity in the bottle. Passion fruit and gooseberry surrounded by guava and lemon flavours that run smoothly through the palate hemmed by a subtle mineral tone and soft acid.