Chosen Rows Sauvignon Blanc
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Typically best enjoyed 3 to 8 years from the vintage release, though outstanding years can cellar gracefully for up to a decade.
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Pan-seared white fish with a lemon-herb butter sauce, classic French goat cheese tart, or herb-roasted chicken.
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Brancott Estate holds a legendary place in New Zealand wine history, having planted the very first Sauvignon Blanc vines in Marlborough in 1973, forever transforming the global wine landscape. 'Chosen Rows' represents the pinnacle of this pioneering spirit. It is a sophisticated, small-parcel cuvée crafted from hand-selected vines grown on the clay-rich soils of the Brancott Vineyard. Unlike the bright, tank-fermented styles that define the region, Chosen Rows undergoes wild yeast fermentation and extended maturation in seasoned French oak puncheons. This artisanal approach yields a complex, highly textured wine with layers of ripe stone fruit, subtle smoky oak, and a rich, creamy mouthfeel, while retaining Marlborough's signature vibrant acidity.
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Established in 1934 as Montana Wines and later renamed to Brancott Estate to honor its iconic Marlborough vineyard, this pioneering winery shaped the landscape of New Zealand viticulture when founder Frank Yukich planted Marlborough's very first Sauvignon Blanc vines in 1975. Located in the sun-drenched Wairau Valley, the estate is globally celebrated for defining the vibrant, herbaceous, and tropical style that put New Zealand wine on the world map. Today, the winery continues to champion innovation and sustainability, crafting expressive cool-climate wines from Marlborough, Hawke's Bay, and Gisborne. Their acclaimed portfolio is anchored by the signature Sauvignon Blanc, alongside elegant Pinot Noir and rich Chardonnay, showcased in premium tiers like the Letter Series and the flagship Chosen Rows.