ROHE BLIND RIVER SAUVIGNON BLANC

BLIND RIVER SUB-REGION

The driest, coolest, and most wind-swept sub-region located on Marlborough's Southern Coast. The soil is free draining, and a mix of stone and clay.

TASTING NOTES

Intensely aromatic with lemongrass, yellow citrus, and an unforgettable richness on the palate. The mouth-watering acidity helps drive a lengthy finish. This wine is immediately expressive and will continue to drink well for the next five years

VINTAGE REPORT & WINEMAKING

The growing season in Blind River began with cool weather that brought a significant frost. As summer arrived, the weather improved bringing warm, consistently dry and windy conditions. The lighter crop meant the vines were not stressed, despite dry conditions, and there was no risk of disease. Cooler evenings before harvest helped to preserve acidity. Fruit was harvested at full ripeness. After gently pressing the grapes, juice was fermented in stainless steel with selected yeast strains to retain the flavours unique to this sub-region. Some batches of juice were fermented warmer to build plate weight. The cooler fermentations retained the aromatics and freshness. The best batches were tasted and blended, before being kept on lees for three months, prior to bottling.

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