{"product_id":"otuwhero-estate-otu-marlborough-sauvignon-blanc-limited-release-2023-750ml","title":"Otuwhero Estate - OTU Marlborough Sauvignon Blanc Limited Release 2025 (750ml)","description":"\u003cp\u003eA collection of OTU’s finest, available only in limited quantities, in selected vintages.\u003cbr\u003eEvery so often our Chief Winemaker sees something standout; an outstanding vintage, an exceptional block of vines, expressive\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan class=\"scayt-misspell-word\" data-scayt-word=\"minerality\" data-wsc-lang=\"en_US\" data-wsc-id=\"mn4qe1d221gi1zvu5\"\u003eminerality\u003c\/span\u003e, exquisite intensity of fruit – and chooses to capture its finesse. Small parcels, hand-selected blocks \u0026amp; always hand-crafted.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eViticulture\u003cbr\u003eSourced solely from our low-yielding estate with a very strong focus on achieving the right fruit at harvest time, and late picking to guarantee optimal\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan class=\"scayt-misspell-word\" data-scayt-word=\"flavour\" data-wsc-lang=\"en_US\" data-wsc-id=\"mn4qe1t9in7o39te5\"\u003eflavour\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003ecomponents.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan class=\"scayt-misspell-word\" data-scayt-word=\"Winemaking\" data-wsc-lang=\"en_US\" data-wsc-id=\"mn4qe1wg5ott0k3bm\"\u003eWinemaking\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003eWhole clusters were gently whole bunch pressed, and then fermented in small stainless steel barrels, before being aged on lees for 6 months, before blending.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eAromas\u003cbr\u003eLime zest, red grapefruit, stone fruit – opens up to bolder tomato skin notes over time.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003ePalate\u003cbr\u003eA refined, bold and intensely vibrant Marlborough\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan class=\"scayt-misspell-word\" data-scayt-word=\"Sauvignon\" data-wsc-lang=\"en_US\" data-wsc-id=\"mn4qe2ba37yba4pvu\"\u003eSauvignon\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003eBlanc- distinctively\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan class=\"scayt-misspell-word\" data-scayt-word=\"Awatere\" data-wsc-lang=\"en_US\" data-wsc-id=\"mn4qe2basqg3712vg\"\u003eAwatere\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003eValley, sourced solely from our finest yielding blocks on the OTU Wine Estate. The bold intensity of ripe melon and lime zest builds\u003cbr\u003eacross the palate, offset by vibrant green apple acidity. Crisp and full-bodied with exceptional depth, this wine showcases outstanding\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan class=\"scayt-misspell-word\" data-scayt-word=\"minerality\" data-wsc-lang=\"en_US\" data-wsc-id=\"mn4qe2iueyje1nckv\"\u003eminerality\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003eand length.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eBold and intensely vibrant, this fine Sauvignon Blanc white wine from Marlborough NZ is only available in limited quantities. Experience the exquisite aromas before it’s too late.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e2024 was an exceptional vintage delivering high quality, vibrant fruit intensity. Harvested in the cool early morning and sourced from our low yielding estate with very strong focus on achieving the right fruit at harvest time, late picking to guarantee optimal\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan class=\"scayt-misspell-word\" data-scayt-word=\"flavour\" data-wsc-lang=\"en_US\" data-wsc-id=\"mn4qend8zjyb8ieed\"\u003eflavour\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003eBright and expressive aromas of lime zest, kiwifruit,\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan class=\"scayt-misspell-word\" data-scayt-word=\"passionfruit\" data-wsc-lang=\"en_US\" data-wsc-id=\"mn4qend85j6c3mbso\"\u003epassionfruit\u003c\/span\u003e, and fresh nettle, delivering a vibrant and layered nose. A refined yet intensely vibrant Sauvignon Blanc from the\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan class=\"scayt-misspell-word\" data-scayt-word=\"Awatere\" data-wsc-lang=\"en_US\" data-wsc-id=\"mn4qeng97c8nbgry3\"\u003eAwatere\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003eValley, showcasing exceptional fruit purity and depth. Aromas of\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan class=\"scayt-misspell-word\" data-scayt-word=\"passionfruit\" data-wsc-lang=\"en_US\" data-wsc-id=\"mn4qenmia9rsxhicg\"\u003epassionfruit\u003c\/span\u003e, kiwifruit, Gala apple and\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan class=\"scayt-misspell-word\" data-scayt-word=\"kaffir\" data-wsc-lang=\"en_US\" data-wsc-id=\"mn4qenmh2zxjq6dav\"\u003ekaffir\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003elime leap from the glass, leading into a boldly expressive palate layered with ripe melon, lime zest, and crisp green apple acidity. Full-bodied and beautifully textured, the wine is underpinned by striking\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan class=\"scayt-misspell-word\" data-scayt-word=\"minerality\" data-wsc-lang=\"en_US\" data-wsc-id=\"mn4qenj7iog15yz63\"\u003eminerality\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003eand a long, refreshing finish —\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan class=\"scayt-misspell-word\" data-scayt-word=\"flavoursome\" data-wsc-lang=\"en_US\" data-wsc-id=\"mn4qenj7yk9sact38\"\u003eflavoursome\u003c\/span\u003e, elegant, and highly enjoyable\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Otuwhero Estate","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":47407739109600,"sku":"123874","price":35.99,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0649\/9713\/0464\/files\/otuwhero-estate-otu-marlborough-sauvignon-blanc-limited-release_1.jpg?v=1748033909","url":"https:\/\/www.mywineconnection.com\/products\/otuwhero-estate-otu-marlborough-sauvignon-blanc-limited-release-2023-750ml","provider":"My Wine Connection","version":"1.0","type":"link"}