Mayfly, Sauvignon Blanc, Marlborough, New Zealand, 2024

Producer Profile

Mayflies, so symbolic of the first warmth of summer, drift above New Zealand’s crystalline streams and rivers providing food for the voracious trout that have made this area a mecca for fly-fisherman the world over.

The wines are designed to be vibrant, refreshing and highly approachable, reflecting the clean, maritime influence that defines Marlborough. Fruit is sourced from a single estate vineyard, giving the range a consistent identity centred on freshness and purity.

Viticulture

All of the fruit comes from the single Kerseley estate vineyard from vines planted between 1991 and 2008. Grown on a VSP trellis system, the vineyards are in the Dillons point area around half a mile from the sea.

Winemaking

Fermentation in stainless tank at low temperature with natural yeasts to ensure the single site is expressed in the wine.

Tasting Note

No tricks here, just a youthful and exquisite Sauvignon Blanc with prominent asparagus, mature peach and exotic fruit notes on the nose. Fresh and deliciously crisp with excellent natural acidity and a long citric and peach aftertaste as well as a rounded body and good structure.

Food matching

Grilled fish, Asian style seafood, even Thai!