In terms of wine, Villa Maria owes the quality of its wines primarily to hard work in the vineyards. Owning its own vineyards is crucial for Villa Maria, as this is where quality can be best controlled. However, a conscious decision has also been made to work with a significant number of contract growers, with whom they also have strong relationships. This, in turn, provides flexibility and is considered important for New Zealand's wine regions, especially Marlborough. In Marlborough, roughly half of Villa Maria's grapes come from the 400 hectares of vineyards it owns, and the other half from contract growers. The company's philosophy can be summarized as "The best winemakers, the best vineyards. That ensures quality at every level."

Villa Maria Single Vineyard Taylors Pass Sauvignon Blanc
One of the most powerful, intense Sauvignon Blancs. Unparalleled minerality and an aromatic character that reaches astronomical heights. Nothing but superlatives for this Villa Maria Single Vineyard Taylors Pass Sauvignon Blanc. As the name suggests, all the grapes used for this New Zealand wine come from a single v...
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Aromas & flavours
Passionfruit
Citrus
Apple
Fresh cut grass
Boxwood
Artichoke
Minerality
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Flavour profile
Body
Sweetness
Acidity
- Complexity
- Moderately complex
Aromas & flavours
Grape & vineyard
Winemaking & ageing
From vineyard to bottle
The origin, grapes and craftsmanship behind this wine.
One of the most powerful, intense Sauvignon Blancs. Unparalleled minerality and an aromatic character that reaches astronomical heights. Nothing but superlatives for this Villa Maria Single Vineyard Taylors Pass Sauvignon Blanc. As the name suggests, all the grapes used for this New Zealand wine come from a single vineyard. And this just so happens to be one of the finest vineyards Villa Maria owns. The location is perfect for the sun. Only in these vineyards can the grapes develop optimally. At harvest time, there were strict controls; truly, only the very best are allowed to end up in this crisp, tart juice.
The soil in which the grapes for this Villa Maria Single Vineyard Taylors Pass Sauvignon Blanc grow is unique. The terroir is completely different from the other vineyards where Villa Maria cultivates its grapes. The taste of this Single Vineyard Taylors Pass Sauvignon Blanc is unparalleled and exquisite. Aromas and flavors, created solely by the expertise and attention of Villa Maria's winemakers, are unlike any other wine you'll experience. When you open this bottle, you'll be amazed. A salty taste that is very pleasant with the fresh character of the Sauvignon Blanc. The floral aromas make this wine unique. The aromas of boxwood and artichoke are unparalleled. Take a sip and savor. Don't swallow it immediately; let it flow through your mouth. The freshness and minerality enhance and reinforce each other. Let it flow through your mouth again. Passion fruit, citrus, apple, and freshly mown grass. Enjoying this Villa Maria Single Vineyard Taylors Pass Sauvignon Blanc is more than just drinking wine; it's an experience! In many ways, Villa Maria has always been at the forefront of innovation in the New Zealand wine industry. It was one of the pioneers of the screw cap, now embraced by all New Zealand wine producers. The company also worked for years to implement sustainability at all levels. They recently received a reward for this with the Supreme Green Ribbon Award for being New Zealand's "Greenest Winery."
Vintage 2021
Herkomst & details
The wine’s characteristics, origin and practical details.
The wine
White · Sauvignon Blanc · 2021
- Wine type
- White
- Varietal(s)
- Sauvignon Blanc
- Vintage
- 2021
- Size
- 0.75 L
- Alcohol content
- 13.5%
- Closure
- -
Origin & winery
New Zealand · Marlborough
- Producer
- Villa Maria
- Winery websiteWebsite
- villamariawines.com (opens in a new tab)
- Country
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New Zealand
- Region
- Marlborough
- Area
- Awatere Valley
- Appellation
- -
Origin: Marlborough
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Terroir & maturation
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- Soil
- De unieke bodemsamenstelling van de Taylors Pass wijngaard draagt bij aan de minerale tonen in de wijn.
- Maturation
- -
- Oak aged
- -
- Single grape variety
- Yes
- Sparkling
- No
- Malolactic conversion
- -
- Taste style
- Fresh White
Serving & cellaring
Goat cheese,
Thai Green Curry,
Asparagus,
Shellfish
- Ideal serving temperature
- 8° - 10°C
- Drinking Window
- 2022–2026
- Food Pairing
- Goat cheese,
Thai Green Curry,
Asparagus,
Shellfish
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