The Wine VaultMarlborough
Marlborough Sauvignon Blanc defined a new world style: intensely aromatic with passion fruit, grapefruit, and herbaceous notes. Also growing reputation for Pinot Noir.
Country
New Zealand
Climate
Cool maritime with long, sunny autumns and significant diurnal temperature variation
Key grapes
Classification
GI system. Sub-regions: Wairau Valley, Southern Valleys, Awatere Valley.
What to eat
Green-lipped mussels, lamb, crayfish, and fresh Pacific seafood.
Fun fact
Montana (now Brancott Estate) planted the first Sauvignon Blanc vines in Marlborough in 1973. Within decades, the region transformed New Zealand into a global wine powerhouse.