SANCTUARY

Sanctuary Marlborough Sauvignon Blanc 2006

Style

Sanctary brand symbol, the pukeko, is a vibrant and lively bird, with a distinctive, cheeky personality. At our Waihopai Valley vineyard, the pukeko has made its home amongst indigenous plants and wildlife of our treasured wetland. Like the pukeko, Sanctuary wlnes have energy and flair. Ideal for immediate enjoyment, they are wines that offer excellent value in an approachable style.

Viticulture

Harvest dates:  17 April 2006-1 May 2006

Sites:                 Predominantly from Marlborough's Wairau Valley

Vinfication

The grapes for this wine were harvested from selected sites across Marlborough. We have picked for a range of flavours and then cool fermented the juice in stainless steel tanks at low temperature. This focus on flavour attainment and conservation is a characterristic of the Sanctuary style.

Bottled:                27 July-15 September 2006

Released:             November 2006

Alcohol:               12.5 %

pH:                       3.43

Titratable Acid:   7.3g/L

Style:                   Dry

Winemaker's Comments

The flavours and fully rounded texture of Sanctuary Sauvignon Blanc are a clear example of why Marlborough is one of the world's best regions for growing Sauvignon Blanc. This wine has an intensity of colour, aroma and flavour.

Bouquet:    Delightful aromas of Kiwifruit, white peach, honeydew melon and pear

Palate:       Rich with apple, passinfruit and citrus flavours

Cellaring

We recommend this wine be enjoyed in its youth