COLOUR
White
TYPE
Still
VINTAGE
2025
GRAPE
Sauvignon Blanc
PRODUCER
Capitello Wines
REGION
Marlborough
CHARACTERISTICS
Body
Medium
Sweetness
Dry
Acidity
High
Finish
Intensity
Pronounced
AROMAS & FLAVOURS
ABOUT THIS WINE
Capitello Sauvignon Blanc is produced by Capitello Wines, an Oregon-based winery with New Zealand origins. Winemaker Ray Walsh, a New Zealander, leverages his extensive experience gained from working harvests in both hemispheres. The grapes are sourced from Marlborough, New Zealand, a region celebrated for its distinctive Sauvignon Blanc. This wine represents a unique expression of the varietal, crafted by a winemaker with a deep connection to its homeland, under his American label. While specific vintage details for 2025 were unavailable, previous vintages showcase the wine's characteristic style.
ALCOHOL
13.0%
AVG. PRICE
€20
STYLE
Classic
When to drink
Now
Ideal temperature
8-10°C
INTERESTING FACTS
Fact 01
Winemaker Ray Walsh has nearly 30 years of experience, working two harvests per year in both hemispheres.
Fact 02
The wine is a product of a US-based winery with strong ties to New Zealand.
Fact 03
Marlborough is one of the world's most famous regions for Sauvignon Blanc.
Fact 04
A previous vintage (2018) received a 90-point rating from Wine Enthusiast.
FOOD PAIRING
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WINE MAKING PROCESS
The winemaking process for Capitello Sauvignon Blanc prioritizes purity and varietal expression. For the 2023 vintage, the grapes were fermented entirely in stainless steel tanks. This technique is employed to capture and preserve the wine's vibrant fruit aromas and crisp acidity, characteristic of Marlborough Sauvignon Blanc. The winemaker's approach is hands-on, aiming to allow the natural qualities of the grapes and the vineyard to be the primary focus in the final wine. Further details on aging or specific vineyard practices are not publicly available, but the emphasis is on crafting a clean, expressive white wine.
