COLOUR
White
TYPE
Still
VINTAGE
2021
GRAPE
Sauvignon Blanc
PRODUCER
Matua Valley Wines
REGION
Marlborough
CHARACTERISTICS
Body
Medium
Sweetness
Dry
Acidity
High
Finish
Medium - Long
Intensity
Pronounced
AROMAS & FLAVOURS
ABOUT THIS WINE
The Matua Organic Sauvignon Blanc is a white wine from the Marlborough region of New Zealand, produced by Matua Valley Wines. Matua is recognized for releasing New Zealand's first commercially produced Sauvignon Blanc in 1974, a significant event in the country's wine history. The name 'Matua' translates to 'head of the family' in the Maori language. The wine is sourced from vineyards across Marlborough, a region renowned for its cool climate and suitability for growing Sauvignon Blanc. This wine represents an organic approach to viticulture.
ALCOHOL
13.0%
AVG. PRICE
€23
STYLE
Classic
VEGAN
NO
SULPHITES
When to drink
Now
Ideal temperature
10-12°C
INTERESTING FACTS
Fact 01
Matua means 'head of the family' in Maori.
Fact 02
Matua produced NZ's first commercial Sauvignon Blanc in 1974.
Fact 03
The 2021 vintage received a 91-point rating.
Fact 04
The 2020 vintage won gold at the Aotearoa NZ Organic Wine Awards.
FOOD PAIRING
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WINE MAKING PROCESS
The Matua Organic Sauvignon Blanc is produced from grapes grown in Marlborough, New Zealand. The winemaking process involves cool fermentation in stainless steel tanks, utilizing specific yeast strains. After fermentation, the wine is aged on light lees to enhance texture and mouthfeel. The grapes are sourced from various vineyard sites within the Marlborough region, known for its cool climate.
