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Rongopai

Rongopai Sauvignon Blanc

New Zealand, Marlborough

White wine

3.8

Expert Rating

4.1

Most Reviewed

WINE DESCRIPTION

The term Rongopai embodies the essence of "good taste and good feeling" in the Māori language. This essence guides their winemaking mission, aiming to craft wines that encapsulate not only excellent flavor and sensation but also an authentic representation of New Zealand's vivid and diverse landscapes, where their vineyards thrive. The prominent Koru symbol, gracefully featured on the Rongopai label, symbolizes continuous creation and growth, symbolically reaching out while curving back to its origin. Rongopai Wines proudly balances forward-thinking aspirations for each sustainably produced, fresh, and lively New Zealand vintage with the wisdom accumulated over a 90-year legacy as one of the nation's oldest wine brands.

NOTES FROM VINOVOSS SOMMELIER

Rongopai Sauvignon Blanc is a delightful white wine that hails from New Zealand's renowned Marlborough region.This wine is known for its vibrant and expressive character, showcasing the classic characteristics of a Sauvignon Blanc. On the nose, Rongopai Sauvignon Blanc offers intense aromas of tropical fruits such as passionfruit, pineapple, and guava. These fruity notes are complemented by hints of citrus, particularly grapefruit and lime, adding a refreshing zest to the overall bouquet. The palate of Rongopai Sauvignon Blanc is crisp and lively, with a well-balanced acidity that enhances its vibrant flavors. The tropical fruit flavors continue to shine through, accompanied by a subtle herbaceousness that adds complexity to the wine. There is also a pleasant minerality that lingers on the finish, providing a clean and refreshing sensation. Rongopai Sauvignon Blanc is a versatile wine that pairs well with a variety of dishes, including seafood, salads, and light poultry dishes. Enjoy it chilled to fully appreciate its vibrant and refreshing character.

EXPERT RATING

3.8

DRINKING WINDOW

Now

2027

Profile

Sweetness:

Dry

Lusciously Sweet

Alcohol:

Moderate

Very Low Alcohol

Very High

Intensity:

Mildly aromatic

Subtle

Powerful

Body:

Medium

Light Bodied

Full Bodied

Acidity:

Vibrant

Soft

Crisp

Tannin:

No tannin

No Tannin

Grippy

GRAPES (1)

Sauvignon Blanc

ORIGINS

Winery: Rongopai

Region: Marlborough

Marlborough is a wine region located in the northeast corner of New Zealand's South Island. It is the country's largest and most important wine-producing region, accounting for over 75% of the nation's total wine production. With its unique combination of geography, climate, and soil, Marlborough has become a world-renowned producer of high-quality wines. Marlborough's wine industry began in the 1970s, when the first vineyards were planted in the region. Since then, the region has seen tremendous growth, with the number of vineyards increasing from just a handful in the 1970s to over 600 today. Marlborough's wines have become increasingly popular around the world, and the region now produces some of the most sought-after wines in the world.

CUSTOMER RATING

4.1

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