Terroir Series Reserve Sauvignon Blanc
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Typically best enjoyed fresh within 1 to 3 years of vintage release, when its vibrant fruit aromatics and crisp acidity are at their peak.
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Fresh oysters on the half shell, artisanal goat cheese salad, or grilled green-lipped mussels with garlic and herbs.
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Brancott Estate holds a legendary place in viticultural history as the pioneer that planted Marlborough's very first Sauvignon Blanc vines in 1973, forever transforming New Zealand into a global winemaking powerhouse. The Terroir Series Reserve Sauvignon Blanc is a tribute to this heritage, crafted to showcase the distinct microclimates and soil profiles of the region's premier sub-valleys, such as the cooler, wind-swept Awatere Valley. Made from 100% Sauvignon Blanc, this wine is fermented primarily in temperature-controlled stainless steel tanks to preserve its intense, vibrant aromatics. It delivers a striking profile of ripe passionfruit, citrus zest, and distinctive flinty minerality, balanced by a crisp, herbaceous backbone that reflects the unique stony soils and dramatic diurnal temperature shifts of Marlborough.
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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.