COLOUR
White
TYPE
Still
VINTAGE
2018
GRAPE
Sauvignon Blanc
PRODUCER
Giesen
REGION
Marlborough
CHARACTERISTICS
Body
Light
Sweetness
Off-dry
Acidity
High
Finish
Medium
Intensity
Pronounced
AROMAS & FLAVOURS
ABOUT THIS WINE
The Giesen Pure Light Sauvignon Blanc 2018, from Marlborough, New Zealand, is a pioneering wine crafted by the Giesen brothers. This range was developed with a clear mission: to offer a full-flavored wine experience with significantly less alcohol and fewer calories, a concept born from a company-wide wellness initiative. While the specific 2018 vintage is noted on the label, the Pure Light line is generally produced to a consistent non-vintage style, embodying the producer's commitment to premium low and no-alcohol options. It stands out as a sophisticated example of Marlborough Sauvignon Blanc, retaining its vibrant aromatic intensity despite its gentle de-alcoholization process.
ALCOHOL
6.0%
AVG. PRICE
€13
STYLE
Classic
SULPHITES
YES
When to drink
Now
Ideal temperature
8-10°C
INTERESTING FACTS
Fact 01
Giesen Pure Light contains 50% less alcohol and 45% fewer calories than standard Giesen Sauvignon Blanc.
Fact 02
The range was inspired by a company-wide wellness challenge to reduce alcohol consumption.
Fact 03
It utilizes advanced spinning cone technology to gently remove alcohol while preserving delicate aromas.
Fact 04
Wine Orbit's Sam Kim awarded it 93 points, praising its flavor despite its low alcohol content.
FOOD PAIRING
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WINE MAKING PROCESS
Giesen Pure Light Sauvignon Blanc begins with classic Marlborough Sauvignon Blanc fruit, batch-harvested at optimal ripeness to ensure a perfect balance of tropical, citrus, and herbal notes. The grapes are cool-fermented in stainless steel tanks, a technique chosen to preserve the inherent fruit purity and freshness of the varietal. Following fermentation, the wine spends three months on lees, a crucial step that contributes to its texture and complexity. The innovative aspect lies in its de-alcoholization: after blending, the full-strength wine undergoes a gentle alcohol reduction to 6% ABV using advanced spinning cone technology. This process carefully collects the delicate aromatic compounds, which are then reintroduced to the wine, ensuring that the final product retains its characteristic flavor and intensity.
