Lord Rutherford Sauvignon Blanc
75 cl
This Sauvignon Blanc represents a special selection of grapes grown on the Hope Plains. A good example of a New Zealand Sauvignon that has one eye on the Old World. Balanced, and bursting with rich fruit character, with a delightfully long finish.
- €19.99
This Sauvignon Blanc represents a special selection of grapes grown on the Hope Plains. A good example of a New Zealand Sauvignon that has one eye on the Old World. Balanced, and bursting with rich fruit character, with a delightfully long finish.
Tasting Notes from Celtic Whiskey Shop and Wines on the Green
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| Nose | Delicate aromas on the nose of orange blossom, elderflower, lemon and cut grass. |
| Palate | Dry and medium bodied with well balanced acidity. Flavours of elderflower, nettles, grilled grapefruit and red apples. Some subtle hints of flint and smoke. |
| Colour | Pale, watery lemon yellow in colour |
Fact Sheet
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| Fluid | 75 cl |
| Grape Variety | 100% Sauvignon Blanc |
| Estate/Producer | Brightwater Vineyards |
| Country | New Zealand |
| Region/AOC | Nelson, New Zealand South Island |
| Vintage | 2013 |
| Making Techniques | In the winery each pick underwent a cool fermentation using selected yeast strains. Each component was then held separately in stainless steel tanks and matured for six weeks on yeast lees to allow the fruit characters to fully integrate. The Lord Rutherford Sauvignon Blanc selection was then prepared. Each tank was assessed on strict quality parameters then portions of the most highly expressive and concentrated tanks were chosen and carefully blended to create this premium Sauvignon Blanc. |
| Closure | Screw cap |
Awards and/or Press Quotes
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| Awards and/or Press Quotes | 4.5 Stars Michael Cooper’s Buyer’s Guide. ‘Grown on the Waimea Plains this full-bodied, concentrated wine has deep, vibrant passionfruit & lime flavours. Dry and appetisingly crisp, it’s delicious from the start.’ |