In recent years, Mount Riley has acquired exceptional vineyards in other parts of New Zealand's South Island. The beautiful Sauvignon Blanc grapes for this Mount Riley Sauvignon Blanc Limited Release are grown, to a small extent, outside the Marlborough region. Around 30% of the grapes come from Awatere Valley, about a two-and-a-half-hour drive south of Marlborough. The slightly cooler climate here allows the Sauvignon Blanc grapes to develop a slightly more flavorful aroma; this is evident in the aroma and taste of this Mount Riley Sauvignon Blanc Limited Release.
The moment you twist the cap of this exclusive Mount Riley Sauvignon Blanc, the celebration begins. The wine is certainly exclusive; very few are produced. The vibrant aroma alone brings a broad smile to our faces. Fruity expression; exactly what we expect from a New Zealand Sauvignon Blanc. Complexity with the necessary refreshing notes. Nuances of passion fruit, lime, and other citrus are clearly discernible. Soft aromas of nettles and herbs are easily discernible for the discerning wine drinker. A top-tier New Zealand Sauvignon Blanc.
