Hailing from the renowned Marlborough region of New Zealand, Vavasour Sauvignon Blanc is a true gem. This vibrant wine is a symphony of tropical and citrus fruits on the nose and taste. Enhanced with refreshing acidity, it boasts an extraordinary balance of lusty fruit and crisp finish. The palate is rich in gooseberry and passion fruit tones, enthused by a mineral salinity that keeps it sophisticated. This wine is an exquisite reflection of the region’s unique cool climate. Best served chilled, Vavasour Sauvignon Blanc is magnificent company to seafood dishes or as an aperitif. A delightful treat for any white wine lover.

Tasting Notes

A powerful bouquet of fresh herbs, tomato stalk and blackcurrant matches ripe stone fruit and bright citrus on the palate

About the Winery

Nestled in the heart of Marlborough's Awatere Valley, Vavasour winery boasts a rich history, stretching back to 1989. This exquisite farmhouse-like construction sits amidst sprawling vineyards, crafting some of New Zealand's finest wines.

Cradled amongst the stunning mountains and bound by the cool sea breeze, the vineyard has a distinctive terrain that is mirrored in the exceptional quality of its produce. Vavasour wines offer an incredible depth of flavour, full-bodied texture and an earthy undertone, that beautifully encapsulates the Awatere Valley.

The winery is renowned for its Sauvignon Blanc and Pinot Noir. Its award-winning wines are globally recognised for their quality, especially its flagship 'Vavasour Sauvignon Blanc', a crisp wine boasting fruity tones and a long finish. Each bottle of its Pinot Noir offers an array, of complex flavours intermingled perfectly with a smooth, silky texture. Vavasour's deep-rooted dedication to viticulture, the ingenuity and skills of its passionate vine growers have resulted in consistently high-quality vintages year-on-year.

Installations at the winery involve an engaging and instructive on-site tour that walks visitors through the winemaking process right from the vine to the bottle, providing an immersive understanding of the craft of winemaking. They also do offer wine tasting sessions to their curious and keen visitors and their picturesque location, and tranquil surroundings make it a perfect place for picnics and leisurely walks.

Vavasour Winery is more than a wine estate – it is a part of the illustrious Awatere Valley – a testament to New Zealand's wine heritage. Consider owning and savouring a bottle from the Vavasour winery akin to experiencing a piece of this history firsthand. Paying homage to it's varietals, methods and traditions it is a delight to every wine aficionado's palette.

Whether you're an oenophile an ardent appreciator of natural beauty, or someone looking to delve into wine history Vavasour winery is a must-visit destination. Relish in the fine wine, bask in the invigorating New Zealand sun, and lose yourself in the mesmerising beauty of the Awatere Valley at the Vavasour winery.

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