With the All Blacks’ triumph in the rugby world cup, it seems like a good opportunity to celebrate a Kiwi wine that has also recently won a trophy. A few weeks ago I tried the 2010 vintage Waimea Sauvignon Blanc, from Nelson, New Zealand. This wine won the Decanter International Award for best Sauvignon Blanc under £10, and I have to say I can see why.
Grown in Nelson, to the west of Marlborough, on stony loam soils with high sunshine hours and a moderating Maritime influence. The winemaking philosophy blends Old World techniques with pioneering methods now becoming commonplace in the new world.
There are typically pungent aromas of ripe gooseberry and tropical fruit on the nose, and an elegant, crisp palate of citrus and gooseberry with a zingy, refreshing finish.This style of New Zealand Sauvignon is always very easy to drink on it’s own, but it would also make a great food match with scallops or oysters.
Aromas of ripe gooseberry and tropical fruit, delicate floral notes and mineral characters. An elegant, crisp palate of citrus and gooseberry with a zingy, refreshing finish.
