2024 Black Cottage Sauvignon Blanc

Bright aromas of crushed thyme, passionfruit, and gooseberry lead into a palate of lively grapefruit and crisp green apple flavors. The body is light and energetic, driven by a sharp, punchy acidity that carries straight through to a clean, mouthwatering finish with a touch of saline minerality.

Made from fruit harvested during the cool night hours to lock in freshness and aromatic intensity. The grapes are immediately pressed with minimal skin contact to keep the wine bright and clean. Fermentation takes place entirely in temperature-controlled stainless steel tanks to emphasize the vibrant fruit and herbaceous characters, followed by early bottling without oak contact.

Grapes are grown in sustainably certified vineyards in Marlborough on the South Island of New Zealand, split between the Wairau and Awatere valleys. The vines grow in free-draining stony soils. Long, sun-drenched summer days fully develop the intense fruit flavors, while cool night air sweeping down from the mountains preserves the high natural acidity.