Ratings
WS 91 · JS 90 · JR 16
Identity
| Producer | Villa Maria |
| Year | 2024 |
| Vol | 0.75 |
| Grapes | 100% Sauvignon Blanc |
| Color | White |
| Sweetness | Dry |
Tasting
| Color Desc | Brilliant light yellow, youthful and fresh appearance |
| Aroma | Aromas of passionfruit, gooseberry, fresh citrus, lime zest, lemongrass, jalapeño peppers, fresh herbs, mango, pineapple, and tropical fruits with herbaceous notes |
| Palate | Crisp, lively, and refreshing palate with bright citrus and tropical fruit flavors, balanced by racy acidity and a juicy, aromatic texture |
| Finish | Clean, crisp, and refreshing finish with lingering citrus and tropical fruit notes |
| Food Pairing | shellfish, goat cheese, summer salad, light white fish, vegetarian dishes |
| Serving Temp | Best served moderately chilled at 11-13°C |
| Aging Potential | Drink now; not intended for long aging |
Profile
Acidity (1-5)
HIGHER THAN AVERAGE
Body (1-5)
AVERAGE
Aroma (1-5)
HIGH
Minerality (1-5)
LOWER THAN AVERAGE
Enology
| Organic | Yes |
| ABV % | 13.5 |
| Total Acidity | Not specified |
| Sugar (g/l) | Dry wine, residual sugar not specified |
| pH | Not specified |
| Aging Process | Fermentation at 12-14°C with a short period of rest on yeast lees; filtered and bottled to retain freshness |
| Fermentation | Fermented at 12-14°C to maintain flavor and aroma retention, with a short lees contact |
Terroir
| Altitude (m) | Not specified |
| Soil | Vineyards in Marlborough's Wairau and Awatere Valleys with diverse meso-climates |
| Vine Age | Old vines planted since 1973 in Marlborough |
| Harvest Type | Not specified |
| Harvest Desc | Grapes sourced from vineyards influenced by cool alpine winds and sea breezes in Awatere Valley and warmer summer months in Wairau Valley |
Interesting facts
| Villa Maria Private Bin Sauvignon Blanc is the wine that put Villa Maria on the world map, blending grapes from Marlborough’s Wairau and Awatere Valleys for classic balance and consistency. Produced organically with sustainable practices. |
Logistics
| Barcode | Not specified |
| Weight | Not specified |
| Cork | screw cap |