2024 Nautilus Sauvignon Blanc

An explosion of passionfruit and gooseberry flavours with crisp acidity and a long racy finish.

The fruit for this wine was machine harvested at night or in the cool of the morning and immediately crushed and pressed. The juice was then fermented with a variety of aromatic yeast strains in stainless steel tanks - the sole aim being to reflect and preserve the flavours and aromas grown in the vineyard. A small portion of the juice was fermented with a non-saccharomyces yeast and 2% was barrel fermented. After fermentation, the wine was kept in contact with the lees for three months. This classic technique enhances creaminess and integrates flavours.
Brilliant pale straw colour with highlights of green around the edges and a watery hue. Herbaceous gooseberry, passionfruit and grassy asparagus aromas fill the nostrils with hints citrus, flint and minerals also evident. Exploding across the palate is a concentrate of passionfruit and gooseberry with some citrus, asparagus, herbaceous grassy elements and minerals extending across the back half. Crisp acidity with a long racy finish.
Drink over the next 1-2 years.
Alc. 13.5%

Other Reviews.....
Imagine how mind blowing it must have been when the first punchy, but beautifully balanced, Marlborough Sauvignon Blanc hit the international scene in the 1980s. This one gives you a hint. It has all the Marlborough Sauvignon Blanc classic aromas whilst retaining elegance. There’s gooseberry and passionfruit, white peaches, mandarin zest, jasmine blossom and soft, green grass. In your mouth it’s all about the freshness. Bright acidity is balanced by a tiny pinch of sweetness. The vibrant fruit flavours move into more citrus, with just a hint of trademark herbaceous notes, and a touch of salinity.  Beautiful concentration is highlighted by the fine citrus pith texture and remarkable length.
95 points
Nicole Bilson - WinePilot.com