Villa Maria Taylors Pass Vineyard Single Vineyard Sauvignon Blanc
White wine
4.0
Expert Rating
4.1
Highly Reviewed
2021
750 mL
WINE DESCRIPTION
Villa Maria Taylors Pass Vineyard Single Vineyard Sauvignon Blanc is a premium wine produced by Villa Maria, a renowned winery in New Zealand. The grapes for this wine are sourced from the Taylors Pass Vineyard, which is located in the Marlborough appellation and is known for its unique terroir. The vineyard features a mix of soils, including clay, gravel, and limestone, which impart distinct flavors and aromas to the wine. The winemaking process involves careful selection of the grapes, gentle pressing, and cool fermentation to preserve the delicate flavors and aromas of the Sauvignon Blanc grape. The resulting wine is crisp, refreshing, and vibrant, with notes of citrus, tropical fruit, and herbs. It is a perfect match for seafood and light dishes.
NOTES FROM VINOVOSS SOMMELIER
This Villa Maria Taylors Pass Vineyard Single Vineyard Sauvignon Blanc is a crisp, refreshing white wine that has a bouquet of citrus and tropical fruits, along with a hint of minerality.On the palate, it has a lively acidity that is balanced by a smooth texture, and notes of melon, grapefruit and green apple. The finish is long and persistent, with a lingering hint of lime zest. Enjoy this wine chilled, and pair it with grilled seafood and salads.
EXPERT RATING
4.0
DRINKING WINDOW
Now
Profile
Sweetness:
Dry
Dry
Lusciously Sweet
Alcohol:
Moderate
Non-Alcoholic
Very High
Intensity:
Pronounced
Subtle
Powerful
Body:
Medium
Light Bodied
Full Bodied
Acidity:
Vibrant
Soft
Crisp
Tannin:
No tannin
No Tannin
Grippy
GRAPES (1)
Sauvignon Blanc
ORIGINS
Winery: Villa Maria
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.