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Vineyard Selection

2012 Marlborough Sauvignon Blanc

The Giesen Vineyard Selection is a stunning 2012 Sauvignon Blanc hailing from the renowned Marlborough region of New Zealand. This white wine showcases a bright and vibrant character, pouring a lovely pale straw in the glass. With a mouthwatering acidity that dances on the palate, it boasts delightful citrus and green apple notes, accompanied by hints of tropical fruits like passionfruit and kiwi. The wine presents a refreshing profile that is both lively and invigorating, making it an ideal companion for seafood dishes or a sunny afternoon picnic. The finish is clean and crisp, leaving a lingering impression of freshness that invites another sip. This Sauvignon Blanc is truly a testament to the exceptional terroir of Marlborough, reflecting the region's distinct style and expressive fruit-forward character.

Tasting notes:


Citrus Blossom

Citrus Blossom

Gooseberry

Gooseberry

Lime

Lime

Flavor profile:


Body Light

Very Light Full

Fruit Intensity Medium

Low Pronounced

Acidity High

Low Pronounced

Sweetness Dry

Bone Dry Sweet

Pairs well with:


Ceviche, Seafood Salad, Asparagus Risotto

Region:


Marlborough
Marlborough

New Zealand's Marlborough region is arguably its most important, a name synonymous with the country's distinctive world-class Sauvignon Blancs. Marlborough Sauvignon Blanc—with its tropical fruit, gooseberry and herbaceous notes—is one of a kind. And it is all thanks to Marlborough's terroir: a large, gravelly river valley inland of Cloudy Bay at the northeast tip of the South Island, it enjoys long, warm, maritime-influenced summers. But Marlborough isn't only about Sauvignon Blanc. The region also produces exceptional Pinot Noir, Chardonnay, sparkling wine and both dry and sweet Riesling.

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