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Tiraki Marlborough Single Vineyard Sauvignon Blanc 2021
New Zealand, Wairau Valley
Sauvignon Blanc
RRP £18.00
TH
Tyler Hammond (attending)
Managing Director, Tiraki
SG
Shreeya Garg-Hammond (attending)
Tiraki
Description
A true expression of Marlborough Sauvignon Blanc. Bursting with passionfruit, guava and lemon zest. The palate shows hints of wild nettle, tropical fruits and a lingering mineral finish.
Certifications
Alcohol
13.0%
Analytical data
dry
3.5 g/l residual sugar
6.9 g/l acidity
3.15 pH
Vineyard
Free draining alluvial soils. Vine age 12-30 years
Winemaker
Josh Hammond
Viticulture
Vineyard managed in accordance with SWNZ sustainable vineyard practices. Throughout the growing season two leaf plucks are carried out to give some fruit exposure, allowing ideal ripeness of fruit.
Vinification
Gently pressed the tank to settle. The clear juice was fermented at low temperatures with selected yeast strains to enhance aromatic intensity.
Maturation
5 months aging on lees in tank to increase weight and mouthfeel.
Bottling
Size: 0.750l
