Saint Clair Block 3 Sauvignon Blanc 2022

Category:
 
White Wines
Sub-Category:  
 
White Wines
Producer:
 
Saint Clair
Label Name:
 
Block 3 Sauvignon Blanc
Vintage:
 
2022
Country:
 
New Zealand
Region:
 
Marlborough (Lower Wairau / Blenheim)
Volume:
 
750ml
ABV:
 
12.5%
Grape(s):
 
Sauvignon Blanc
Acidity:
 
5
Sweetness:
 
1
Body:
 
3
Length:
 
4
Aroma Intensity:
 
5
Best Temperature:
 
10-12°C

Awards/Ratings
5 stars / 96 points (Pioneer Block 3 2022); Gold - Aotearoa Regional Wine Competition (2022); praised by reviewers for intense aromatic expression and long finish

Tasting Note
Pungent passionfruit, grapefruit and lime zest with gooseberry and herbaceous notes (blackcurrant leaf, nettle). Bright, saline-mineral thread and vibrant acidity lead to a mouthwatering, long, clean finish.

Food Pairing
Freshly shucked oysters, grilled white fish, lobster or crab, goat cheese, ceviche, salads; Asian pairings: sushi/sashimi, Vietnamese spring rolls, Thai green curry (milder), steamed shellfish with ginger & scallion.

Production Method
Hand-harvested parcels pressed quickly to minimize skin contact; cool-temperature stainless-steel fermentation with selected yeasts to preserve fresh thiol aromatics and purity of fruit.

Vineyard Info
Saint Clair Family Estate, founded by Neal & Judy Ibbotson; pioneers in Marlborough since 1978. Pioneer Block series highlights single vineyard parcels, with Block 3 notable for its 43° row aspect and distinct terroir.