COLOUR
White
TYPE
Still
VINTAGE
2023
GRAPE
Riesling
PRODUCER
Saint Clair Family Estate
REGION
Marlborough
CHARACTERISTICS
Body
Light
Sweetness
Off-dry
Acidity
Medium - High
Finish
Medium
Intensity
AROMAS & FLAVOURS
ABOUT THIS WINE
Saint Clair Family Estate's 2023 Riesling originates from the renowned Marlborough region of New Zealand. The estate, established by viticultural pioneers Neal and Judy Ibbotson in 1994, cultivates grapes across 160 hectares in carefully selected terroirs. This wine highlights the estate's capability in producing quality varietals beyond their signature Sauvignon Blanc, with a focus on expressing the unique characteristics of the Marlborough landscape.
ALCOHOL
10.5%
AVG. PRICE
€10
STYLE
Classic
VEGAN
YES
SULPHITES
NO
When to drink
Now or Later
Ideal temperature
8-10°C
INTERESTING FACTS
Fact 01
Saint Clair Family Estate owns 160 hectares across 10 diverse Marlborough vineyard sites.
Fact 02
The winery holds the Sustainable Wines of New Zealand certification.
Fact 03
Neal Ibbotson was a pioneer in Marlborough viticulture, planting vines in the 1970s.
Fact 04
This Riesling is vegan-friendly.
FOOD PAIRING
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WINE MAKING PROCESS
The grapes for Saint Clair Riesling are sourced from select vineyards in Marlborough's Brancott and Awatere regions. Vinification involves fermentation in stainless steel tanks at cool temperatures, utilizing selected yeast strains to retain intense fruit flavors. Premium batches are then chosen for the final blend, after which the wine is balanced, stabilized, and bottled under a screw cap to ensure freshness.
