2022 St Clair Wairau Reserve Sauvignon Blanc
Grape
Sauvignon Blanc
Its Origins
Saint Clair Family Estate is owned by Neal and Judy Ibbotson, viticulture pioneers in Marlborough since 1978. Grapes were originally supplied to local wine companies; however a desire to extend the quality achieved in the vineyard through to the finished wine led to the establishment of Saint Clair Family Estate in 1994. The Saint Clair name originates from the vineyard property, first settled by the Sinclair family. Pioneer James Sinclair built one of the first homes in Blenheim and was closely associated with the early development of the town. Over time the name of the property reverted to the original Saint Clair. Saint Clair has developed six vineyards in different sites in Marlborough, including the Rapaura, Awatere, Waihopai and Omaka Valleys. Only superior fruit from the best locations for each individual variety is selected for the Saint Clair label.
What The Critics Say
93/100 Bob Campbell MW
"Weighty, concentrated, textural wine with green apple, grapefruit, capsicum, ginger, and gooseberry flavours. Needs a little more ripeness to gain a higher score. Punchy acidity. 08 FEB 2023." Drink 2023 - 2026
95/100 Cameron Douglas MS (2021 vintage)
"Fantastic bouquet with a vibrant, varietal, fruity and with fresh herbs and spices delivers a powerful and enticing promise. On the palate – equally vibrant and delicious with flavours of sweet meyer lemon and white peach, fresh herbs and fruit spices. Acidity adds a quiver of energy leading to a salty enticing mouthfeel."
Variety | Sauvignon Blanc |
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Region | Marlborough |
Closure | Cap |
Volume | 750ml |
Alcohol | 12.50% |
Maturity | 2023 - 2026 |
This Wine Goes Well With
Taste
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