Mount Fishtail – Sauvignon Blanc
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New Zealand
Marlborough
Wine
White
The Facts
UPCs 2023 (750ml) - 8 58441 00642 2
Origins New Zealand > Marlborough
Appellation Marlborough
Varietal Sauvignon Blanc
Winemaking Given the boring nature of this category, the decision was made to take Kiwi SB in a new direction. Harvested in the cool of the morning & softly pressed. Fermented slowly in stainless steel tanks at cool temperatures to preserve the freshness and zing of Marlborough Sauvignon Blanc. Lees ageing (4-6 months) prior to bottling has developed mid-palate weight, adding to the wine’s intense fruit characters. This Sur Lie process is the same as that employed in Sancerre and Bordeaux and has made the world of difference, qualitatively. Several years ago, clonal material from Bordeaux was planted – primarily in Waihopai Valley – and that fruit is now being incorporated in this wine, giving it more complexity and layers than most Marlborough SB’s (99% of which are made with Clone UCD1). One can assume with such a large percentage of Marlborough SB's made with the same fruit, that are contract grown and then contract processed, doesn't lead to much variety in flavor profiles across the category. With the flavors being so similar and consumers being unlikely to tell the difference, it all comes down to one variable - price. Wines like this one however, do prove that there can be a stylistic renaissance for Marlborough SB. Because of the sur lie aging, this wine tends to be creamier, richer and fuller-bodied with greater depth and complexity than its peers.
Aging Lees ageing 4-6 months
Alcohol by Volume 13.0%
Annual Production 26,500 cases
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The Character
Overall Elegant and refined
Aromas Passionfruit, elderflower, gooseberry, fresh mint, guava, lime, white florals
Mouthfeel Punchy and bright
Tasting Notes The process of allowing this wine to sit on the lees (left over dead yeast cells) in order to extract flavors and enrich the palate. Wines aged on their lees tend to be creamier, richer, fuller-bodied, with greater depth and complexity.
Pairings Poultry, Seafood, Soft Cheese, Salad
Awards 95pts Wine Orbit (Sam Kim), 91pts James Suckling
The Story
High above the plains of Marlborough, New Zealand’s premium wine growing region for Sauvignon Blanc, one can see Mount Fishtail’s peak standing as a sentinel looking over the many quality vineyards in the area. This double peaked mountain is an inspiring omen and lead to a range of wines being released under its name.
Each day, these vineyards enjoy a splendid view of Mount Fishtail in the Richmond Ranges. And each year these grapes produce the characteristic vintages that make the classic Mount Fishtail range of wines.
Each day, these vineyards enjoy a splendid view of Mount Fishtail in the Richmond Ranges. And each year these grapes produce the characteristic vintages that make the classic Mount Fishtail range of wines.
About Mount Fishtail
Producer Story
Mount Fishtail is a family owned vineyard in the Wairau Valley, deep in the heart of Marlborough, New Zealand. Our mission is to reduce inputs while forever improving fruit quality. A true wine of the region.
High above the plains of Marlborough one can see Mount Fishtail’s peak standing as a sentinel looking over the many quality vineyards in the area. This double peaked mountain is an inspiring omen and led to a range of wines being released under its name.
Producer Story
Mount Fishtail is a family owned vineyard in the Wairau Valley, deep in the heart of Marlborough, New Zealand. Our mission is to reduce inputs while forever improving fruit quality. A true wine of the region.
High above the plains of Marlborough one can see Mount Fishtail’s peak standing as a sentinel looking over the many quality vineyards in the area. This double peaked mountain is an inspiring omen and led to a range of wines being released under its name.
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