COLOUR
White
TYPE
Still
VINTAGE
2023
GRAPE
Sauvignon Blanc
PRODUCER
Kim Crawford Wines
REGION
Marlborough
CHARACTERISTICS
Body
Medium
Sweetness
Dry
Acidity
High
Finish
Medium - Long
Intensity
Pronounced
AROMAS & FLAVOURS
ABOUT THIS WINE
Launched in 1996 in a small Auckland cottage by Kim and Erica Crawford, Kim Crawford Wines began as one of New Zealand's first virtual wineries, sourcing grapes from contracted growers. It quickly rose to international fame, becoming a global benchmark for Marlborough Sauvignon Blanc. Today, under Constellation Brands, it remains one of the world's most recognizable and popular New Zealand wine labels, celebrated for its vibrant, fruit-forward style that showcases the unique terroir of the Marlborough region.
ALCOHOL
12.5%
AVG. PRICE
€15
STYLE
Classic
SULPHITES
YES
When to drink
Now
Ideal temperature
8-10°C
INTERESTING FACTS
Fact 01
Started as a 'virtual winery' in 1996, owning no vineyards and sourcing all grapes from contracted growers.
Fact 02
It is the number one selling Sauvignon Blanc in the United States.
Fact 03
Grapes are harvested exclusively at night to preserve the delicate, vibrant tropical fruit aromas.
FOOD PAIRING
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WINE MAKING PROCESS
Grapes are sourced from over 200 distinct vineyard blocks across the Wairau, Awatere, and Southern Valleys of Marlborough. To preserve freshness, harvesting occurs during the cool night hours. The fruit is destemmed, crushed, and undergoes a brief maceration before pressing. Fermentation takes place in temperature-controlled stainless steel tanks using selected yeasts to enhance regional aromatics. Each block is fermented separately before final blending, with no oak contact to maintain the wine's signature crispness.
