The Ned Sauvignon Blanc 2024
Overview
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Punchy aromatics of lemon and lime citrus with undertones of juicy tropical fruits, fill the nose. Plush on the palate, showing juicy grapefruit freshness with lively acidity carrying these classical Waihopai Valley characters to a lengthy finish. |
Wine Facts
VITICULTURE: Vintage 2024 will be remembered for being one Marlborough’s smaller vintages but also for producing exceptional fruit quality. Despite a dry winter and resulting low ground moisture levels, full dams and positive river flows supplied essential soil moisture for the start of the growing season with budburst in mid-September. Minimal frosts occurred, and though November and December were warm, below-average temperatures potentially contributed to the smaller vintage. From December to February, temperatures rose sharply, accompanied by above-average sunshine and below-average rainfall, leading to drought concerns and an early start to harvest. Perfect weather aided steady picking from February until mid-April, allowing fruit to be picked in perfect condition at peak ripeness, delivering consistent levels of concentration and complexity of flavor.
VINIFICATION: The preservation of aromatic and fruit flavors from the vineyard through to the winery is of the utmost importance in our Sauvignon Blanc. The fruit is field destemmed before being gently pressed into stainless steel tanks. The juice is fermented at cool temperatures with selected yeast strains aimed at developing a full flavor spectrum; from green and citrus notes to riper, more tropical flavors. Vegan Certified.
STORY: Born of the Waihopai Valley, The Ned represents the vibrant diversity that is so prevalent in the Marlborough wine-growing region. One of Marlborough’s famous peaks, The Ned mountain served as the playground for Marisco founder, Brent Marris, during his youth. The ethos “Young At Heart” encapsulates this wine; a true expression of grassroots winemaking that places the energy and liveliness of adventure in every bottle.
Producer: Marisco Vineyards
Region: Waihopai Valley, Marlborough
Country: New Zealand
Wine Composition: 100% Sauvignon Blanc
Alcohol: 13%
Total Acidity: 7.24 G/L
Residual Sugar: 3.0 G/L
pH: 3.16
Region: Waihopai Valley, Marlborough
Country: New Zealand
Wine Composition: 100% Sauvignon Blanc
Alcohol: 13%
Total Acidity: 7.24 G/L
Residual Sugar: 3.0 G/L
pH: 3.16
Press Highlights
2023: 91 Pts - Wine Spectator, Nov 20242023: 91 Pts - Tasting Panel, Sept 2024
2023: 90 Pts - James Suckling, Jan 2025
2023: 90 Pts - Wine Enthusiast, Nov 2024
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Press Highlights
NV Shelf Talker
2023 91Pts Wine Spectator Shelf Talker
2023 91Pts Tasting Panel Shelf Talker
2023 90Pts James Suckling Shelf Talker
2023 Multi Point Sell Sheet
2023 91Pts Wine Spectator Insiders Weekly Sell Sheet
Marisco Family Wines Brand Overview