Flight Song Sauvignon Blanc
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Typically best enjoyed fresh, within 1 to 2 years of the vintage release, to fully appreciate its vibrant aromatics and crisp acidity.
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Fresh green salads with goat cheese, grilled white fish with citrus dressing, or raw oysters.
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Brancott Estate holds a legendary place in New Zealand wine history as the pioneer that first planted Sauvignon Blanc in Marlborough in 1973, forever transforming the global wine landscape. The 'Flight Song' Sauvignon Blanc represents an innovative chapter in this heritage, crafted to be naturally lighter in alcohol and calories. By harvesting the grapes slightly earlier in the season when sugar levels are naturally lower, the winemakers capture the vibrant, signature Marlborough character without sacrificing flavor. The wine showcases the classic terroir of the Wairau Valley, defined by stony, free-draining soils and a cool maritime climate with high sunshine hours. This produces a bright, aromatic profile filled with notes of pink grapefruit, passionfruit, and fresh-cut herbs, supported by a crisp, lively 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.