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Matua Valley Lands and Legends Sauvignon Blanc 2015
Marlborough, South Island, New ZealandMatua is said to have produced New Zealand’s first sauvignon blanc in 1974 in Auckland, and by 1984 the North Island winery was making one in Marlborough too. A super warm, dry growing season resulted in low yields and quality grapes in 2015. Lands and Legends represents a tiny amount of expressive sauvignon parcels in Marlborough. The goal was to make something ‘legendary’. The winemaking is standard with the juice left on light lees for two moths before bottling. The goal is balance with bright smoky pineapple, lemon and sagebrush with a cut of leafy blackcurrant underneath. Mussels, chicken or a goat cheese led charcuterie plate is your match.Tasted: 26 June 2017Tasted by: Anthony GismondiPrices:| CDN | $25.00 | 750ml | estimated retail |
Grape: Sauvignon BlancUPC: 9415305220137
