Identity
| Producer | Villa Maria Estate Ltd. |
| Year | 2022 |
| Vol | 0.75 |
| Grapes | 90% Sauvignon Blanc, 10% Merlot |
| Color | Rosé |
| Sweetness | Dry |
Tasting
| Color Desc | delicate pink hue |
| Aroma | passionfruit, pink grapefruit, lime, fresh herbs, floral blossom, delicate red berries |
| Palate | crisp, refreshing, lively, clean, dry finish, juicy, vibrant acidity |
| Finish | clean, dry finish |
| Food Pairing | chicken salads, grilled seafood, roasted vegetables, tomato-based pasta dishes, fresh alfresco fare |
| Serving Temp | 8-10 |
| Aging Potential | Crafted for immediate enjoyment, best consumed young |
Profile
Acidity (1-5)
HIGHER THAN AVERAGE
Body (1-5)
AVERAGE
Aroma (1-5)
HIGHER THAN AVERAGE
Astringency (1-5)
LOW
Minerality (1-5)
LOW
Enology
| ABV % | 12.0 |
| Aging Process | Fermented at cool temperatures in stainless steel tanks |
| Fermentation | Fermentation in stainless steel tanks at cool temperatures after inoculation |
Terroir
| Soil | Fruit sourced from multiple vineyards across New Zealand ensuring consistency of style and quality |
| Harvest Type | Grapes harvested early at moderate sugar levels to retain freshness |
| Harvest Desc | Parcels were crushed, pressed and juice settled bright prior to racking and inoculated for fermentation |
Interesting facts
| Villa Maria is one of New Zealand's leading wineries with a 60-year history and a reputation for award-winning wines. The Blush Sauvignon is a stylish combination of Sauvignon Blanc and Merlot, crafted by winemaker David Roper. |
Logistics
| Cork | screw cap |