Sauvignon Blanc, Marlborough – 2014
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Introduction
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Mount Nelson is the fulfillment of Lodovico Antinori’s passion for Sauvignon Blanc. After years of experiments, Lodovico finally found his favorite terroir for the production of this grape in the area of Marlborough, New Zealand. Together with his winemaker, Helena Lindberg, they selected a vineyard that is ideal for the production of the wine that Lodovico had pursued for so long. The result is a remarkable Sauvignon Blanc that brings together the natural elements and flavors of the New World with a structure and minerality reminiscent of the Old World.
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Vineyard Profile
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The majority of the fruit for Mount Nelson Sauvignon Blanc is sourced from the estate’s vineyard, which is situated just 18 meters (60 feet) above sea level on the banks of Taylor River near the mouth of Cloudy Bay. The soil consists of free-draining alluvial loam over deep, stony river deposits. Eleven hectares (27acres) are planted to Sauvignon Blanc using mass selected clones. The remaining fruit is purchased from adjacent Meadowbank vineyards.
- Appellation: Marlborough
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Vintage Report
- Harvest Date(s): March 22 and March 30 during the cool, early morning hours
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Vinification
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Once picked, the fruit was minimally handled to preserve its quality.
- Fermentation: Cold fermentation lasting 10 to 14 days
- Malolactic: None, to preserve the fruity aromas and crisp acidity
- Bottle Aging: 3 months prior to release
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Technical Information
- Varietal Composition: 100% Sauvignon Blanc
- Production (in cases): 16,600 cases
- Production Case Pack: 6/750ml
- Alcohol: 13.2%
- TA: 7.5g/L
- p H: 3.18
- RS: 0.5g/L
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Tasting Notes
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Pale yellow color with green highlights. Intense, lifted nose with citrus, gooseberry and a touch of nettles. The palate is fine with refreshing acidity and a long, clean citrus finish. Lees ageing in stainless-steel tanks for four months after completed fermentation added texture and length. This wine will complement all types of seafood and shellfish.
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Reviews
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Sauvignon Blanc, Marlborough – 2014 – 89 points – Wine Enthusiast
“Snow pea is a descriptor often attached to Marlborough Sauvignon Blanc, but I don’t think I’ve ever tasted a wine that captures it as precisely as this one does. Zesty citrus notes fill out the wine’s medium body and linger on the finish.”
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Sauvignon Blanc, Marlborough – 2014
Intense, lifted nose of citrus, gooseberry and a touch of nettles. The palate is fine with refreshing acidity and a long, clean citrus finish. Lees aging in stainless-steel tanks for four months after completed fermentation adds texture and length.