Deakin Sauvignon Blanc 2015* 2015

Category:
 
White Wines
Sub-Category:  
 
White Wines
Producer:
 
Deakin
Label Name:
 
Sauvignon Blanc 2015*
Vintage:
 
2015
Country:
 
Australia
Region:
 
Big Rivers (South Eastern Australia)
Volume:
 
750ml
ABV:
 
12%
Grape(s):
 
Sauvignon Blanc
Acidity:
 
4
Sweetness:
 
1
Body:
 
2
Length:
 
2
Aroma Intensity:
 
4
Best Temperature:
 
8-10°C

Awards/Ratings
Deakin Estate listed awards for Sauvignon Blanc: 2019 Japanese Wine Challenge (Bronze), 2018 Riverina Open Wine Show (Bronze), 2018 Riverland Wine Show (Bronze); commendations at International Wine Challenge and Decanter Asia (various vintages). com, Camperdown Cellars

Tasting Note
Bright, zesty and light-bodied with green apple, gooseberry, tropical passionfruit and citrus notes; herbaceous lift and a crisp, refreshing finish.

Food Pairing
Grilled white fish, shellfish, goat cheese salad, roast chicken, sushi/sashimi, Thai green curry, Vietnamese spring rolls, spicy seafood stir-fry.

Production Method
Cool fermentation in stainless steel, unoaked to preserve fresh aromatics; filtered and bottled early. Vegan-friendly production practices noted by producer.

Vineyard Info
Deakin Estate (est. vineyards 1967; winery built 1980, estate range launched 1994) farms Big Rivers vineyards near Mildura. Brand ownership moved to Calabria Family Wines in 2020.