Ratings
Scores around 86-89 points from various critics and community reviews.
Awards
Gold medal at Mundus Vini International Wine Awards (2022 vintage) · Gold from Sakura Awards and Mundus Vini (2023 vintage).
Identity
| Producer | Vinultra |
| Vol | 0.75 |
| Grapes | 100% Sauvignon Blanc |
| Color | white |
| Sweetness | dry |
Tasting
| Aroma | Aromas of honeydew melon, lemon grass, capsicum, smoky and mineral character, passionfruit, grapefruit, mango, lemongrass, citrus, basil, freshly mown grass, gooseberries. |
| Palate | Zesty and well-balanced palate with vibrant acidity, subtle minerality, refreshing and medium-bodied with citrus and tropical fruit notes beautifully balanced by herbal flavors. |
| Finish | Clean, mineral finish with a bright, crisp, and refreshing character. |
| Food Pairing | Pairs well with seafood, oysters, asparagus, lobster, summer salads, goat cheese. |
Profile
Acidity (1-5)
HIGHER THAN AVERAGE
Body (1-5)
AVERAGE
Aroma (1-5)
HIGHER THAN AVERAGE
Minerality (1-5)
LOW
Enology
| ABV % | 13.5 |
| Aging Process | Fermentation takes place in stainless steel tanks under controlled temperatures (12–14°C) to retain fresh fruit aromas. |
| Fermentation | Fermentation in stainless steel tanks at 12–14°C |
Terroir
| Harvest Type | manual |
| Harvest Desc | Harvested manually under the strict supervision of Eveline Fraser, only the finest bunches become part of Little Beauty Sauvignon Blanc. |
Interesting facts
| Produced by Vinultra from a 41-hectare family estate in Marlborough's Waihopai Valley. Sustainable and vegan winemaking practices. Former Cloudy Bay winemaker Eveline Fraser supervises production. |
Logistics
| Cork | screwcap |