Ratings
JS 90 · DWWA Bronze
Identity
| Producer | Villa Maria |
| Year | 2023 |
| Vol | 0.75 |
| Classification | Organic, BioGro certified, Sustainable |
| Grapes | 100% Sauvignon Blanc |
| Color | White |
| Sweetness | Dry |
Tasting
| Color Desc | Pale straw with green hues |
| Aroma | Lifted aromas of citrus fruits, lime, grapefruit, passionfruit, fresh herbs, lemongrass, elderflower, gooseberry, tropical fruits like pineapple and mango |
| Palate | Fresh and zesty palate with vibrant acidity, medium-bodied, with flavors of citrus, tropical fruits, fresh herbs, and fruit spice; balanced texture and palate weight |
| Finish | Long, sleek finish with salivating acidity and fresh citrus and tropical fruit notes |
| Food Pairing | Goat cheese, Feta cheese, Green salad, Seafood, Plant-based dishes |
| Serving Temp | 8–10°C |
| Aging Potential | Drink now through 2023 |
Profile
Acidity (1-5)
HIGHER THAN AVERAGE
Body (1-5)
AVERAGE
Aroma (1-5)
HIGH
Minerality (1-5)
LOW
Enology
| Organic | Yes |
| ABV % | 13.0 |
| Aging Process | Fermentation in stainless steel tanks to maintain purity of fruit and a crisp, clean profile |
| Fermentation | Fermented in stainless steel tanks with minimal intervention to preserve freshness and aromatics |
Terroir
| Soil | Well-draining alluvial gravels |
| Harvest Type | manual |
| Harvest Desc | Grapes grown organically with wildflower gardens between vineyard rows, regenerative viticulture to maintain soil health and ecosystem balance |
Interesting facts
| Villa Maria has farmed Sauvignon Blanc organically since 2010 and has been BioGro certified since 2012. The vineyards are vibrant gardens alive with wildflowers and managed with regenerative viticulture to maintain soil health and ecosystem balance. |
Logistics
| Cork | screw cap |