A powerful and intense wine with an aromatic nose of white currant, capsicum and fragrant tropical fruit with a hint of thyme. Luscious ripe blackcurrant and lime flavours envelop the palate, which has a chalky texture. This is a pure and focussed Sauvignon Blanc with a long, lingering finish.

Product Notes

Saint Clair Pioneer Block 1 Foundation Block is a stunning wine that is produced using grapes sourced from the Wairau Valley in Marlborough, New Zealand. The wine is made using a blend of different grape varieties that are expertly cultivated and harvested to produce a unique and complex flavor profile. The resulting wine has a rich, fruity aroma that is complemented by notes of spice and oak. On the palate, this wine is full-bodied, with a round and velvety texture. The flavor is dominated by fruit notes, particularly blackcurrant, with hints of chocolate and vanilla that round out the finish. Overall, Saint Clair Pioneer Block 1 Foundation Block is a complex and satisfying wine that is sure to impress even the most discerning connoisseur.

About the Winery

The Saint Clair Family Estate was established in 1994 by Neal and Judy Ibbotson, in Blenheim, New Zealand. Neal and Judy were viticultural experts already when they started this label. They had learnt the art of winemaking and its techniques from the premium most wine region of New Zealand, Marlborough. Within a few years, this brand has grown tremendously. Today, the group’s Sauvignon Blanc wine is considered as the best in entire New Zealand.

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