COLOUR
White
TYPE
Still
VINTAGE
2025
GRAPE
Sauvignon Blanc
PRODUCER
Stoneleigh Vineyards
REGION
Marlborough
CHARACTERISTICS
Body
Medium - Light
Sweetness
Dry
Acidity
High
Finish
Medium - Long
Intensity
Pronounced
AROMAS & FLAVOURS
ABOUT THIS WINE
Stoneleigh Vineyards is located in the heart of the Wairau Valley in Marlborough, New Zealand. The estate is renowned for its unique terroir, specifically the "sunstones" that cover the vineyard floor. These smooth river stones, deposited thousands of years ago by the ancient Wairau River, absorb the sun's heat during the day and radiate it back to the vines at night, accelerating the ripening process. This natural phenomenon allows Stoneleigh to produce wines with exceptional fruit purity and intensity. Committed to environmental stewardship, the winery is certified sustainable and has dedicated significant land to local biodiversity and native regenerative habitat projects.
ALCOHOL
13.0%
AVG. PRICE
€14
STYLE
Classic
VEGAN
YES
SULPHITES
When to drink
Now or Later
Ideal temperature
6-8°C
INTERESTING FACTS
Fact 01
The vineyard floor is covered in ancient river stones called 'sunstones' that act as natural heat-retention pads for the vines.
Fact 02
Certified 100% vegan by the UK Vegetarian Society and sustainably grown under the Sustainable Winegrowing NZ framework.
Fact 03
The winery has dedicated over 23 hectares of land to local biodiversity and native regenerative habitat projects.
FOOD PAIRING
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WINE MAKING PROCESS
The winemaking process for this Sauvignon Blanc is designed to capture the vibrant, fresh characteristics of the Marlborough region. Grapes are 100% machine-harvested during the cool night temperatures using advanced selective fruit sorters to minimize phenolic extraction. Upon arrival at the winery, the fruit is gently pressed and clarified. Fermentation takes place slowly at low, strictly controlled temperatures in stainless steel tanks using selected cultured yeasts to preserve the pure varietal aromatics. The wine is kept unoaked, aging entirely in stainless steel on light lees to enhance texture while maintaining its signature crispness and mineral drive.
