Saint Clair Pioneer Block 31 Sauvignon Blanc

Saint Clair Pioneer Block 31 Sauvignon Blanc is a premium wine from New Zealand's Marlborough region, a renowned wine region known for its excellent Sauvignon Blanc wines. Saint Clair's "Pioneer Block" series is a collection of wines sourced from specific, carefully selected vineyards with exceptional terroir. This wine is produced from 100% Sauvignon Blanc grapes grown in the "Block 31" vineyard.

The perfect climate for Saint Clair Pioneer Block 31 Sauvignon Blanc

This vineyard is located in the Awatere Valley, a sub-region of Marlborough, New Zealand. The Awatere Valley is known for its slightly cooler climate compared to the rest of Marlborough, making it ideal for growing Sauvignon Blanc grapes while maintaining freshness and vibrant aromas. The vineyard's soils consist of alluvial soil with loess, gravel, and clay, providing favorable conditions for grape growth. Pioneer Block 31 vineyard is always the last of all Saint Clair's Sauvignon Blanc vineyards to be harvested, allowing the fruit to reach its full potential. The grapes are harvested in the cool night to preserve their freshness. At the winery, the grapes are immediately pressed to minimize contact with the skins and prevent oxidation. After settling, the juice is fermented in stainless steel tanks using a variety of select yeasts. The fermentation process takes place at low temperatures to preserve the fruit flavors and freshness of the grapes.

Enjoy a young, lively Sauvignon Blanc

Saint Clair Pioneer Block 31 Sauvignon Blanc is a wine with a light green color that radiates in the glass. On the nose, herbaceous aromas of green nettle, black currant, and tomato leaf combine with a subtle hint of plum. The aroma is lively and expressive, quickly drawing you in for a tasting. On the palate, it is fresh, crisp, and generous with intense flavors of passion fruit, gooseberry, and green apple. The fruity notes harmoniously blend with a chalky texture, complemented by a pleasant salty minerality. All of this contributes to a refined and lingering finish. The Saint Clair Pioneer Block 31 Sauvignon Blanc is an excellent example of the quality wines of Marlborough, New Zealand. It is young and vibrant, and its freshness and richness make it perfect for enjoying now.