Saint Clair
Sauvignon Blanc Pioneer Block 1 2024
| Denomination | N/A |
|---|---|
| Size | 0,75 l |
| Alcohol content | 13.0% by volume |
| Area | New Zealand (New Zealand) |
| Grape varieties | 100% Sauvignon |
| Aging | Aged in stainless steel tanks (without wood or prolonged barrel ageing). |
- Grape variety and style: Dry Sauvignon Blanc with a fresh and lively profile
- Origin: Marlborough, Wairau Valley, Foundation Block 1, an area characterised by a cool climate
- Aromas: notes of passion fruit, grapefruit, lime, white currant and herbal nuances
- Vinification: immediate pressing of the grapes, low temperature fermentation, maturation in stainless steel
- Key facts: 13% vol, 0.75 l, vegan wine, ideal for consumption until 2029
Description
What kind of wine it is
Saint Clair Pioneer Block 1 “Foundation Block” Sauvignon Blanc is a dry white New Zealand wine made from Sauvignon Blanc grapes. Its profile is marked by freshness and an intense citrus character, with aromas of passion fruit, grapefruit and lime. On the palate, it is crisp and lively, enriched by hints of white currant and green apple. The juicy texture is complemented by a pronounced mineral sensation and elegant herbal notes, leading to a persistent and pleasantly saline finish. A vegan wine that skilfully combines balance and typicity.
Where it comes from
The grapes come from the Marlborough region, in the heart of the renowned Wairau Valley. The Foundation Block 1 plot is located in an area characterised by the coolest climate in the entire valley, a factor that encourages vibrant acidity and pronounced aromatic intensity. The site’s deep, fertile soils give the wine a bold character, balancing the palate tension with a concentrated structure. The strong connection to the land imparts typical notes, completed by a distinctive iodised touch reminiscent of the sea’s salinity.
How it is produced
In the winery, production begins with immediate pressing of the bunches, necessary to limit skin contact and preserve the finesse of the Sauvignon Blanc. Fermentation takes place in stainless steel tanks at controlled temperatures with selected yeasts, maintaining the purity of the fruity profile. To enhance the characteristics of the original site, each plot is vinified separately. Maturation continues exclusively in steel, without the use of wooden barrels, thus ensuring the utmost clarity of expression for a lively and crisp glass.
History and Curiosities
Founded in Blenheim in 1978 by the Ibbotson family, the Saint Clair Family Estate highlights the exceptional potential of the Marlborough vineyards. The 2024 vintage of the Pioneer Block range originates from Foundation Block 1, located in the coolest area of the Wairau Valley. The separate fermentation of each individual plot gives the wine an intense concentration and a distinctive character, which enabled it to win the gold medal at the New Zealand International Wine Show 2023.
Tasting notes
Perfume
Color
Taste
Serve at:
10 - 12 °C
Longevity:
05 - 10 years
- Start up year: 1994
- Oenologist: Matt Thomson e Hamish Clark
The Sinclair family initially settled the property on which this vineyard is located. The pioneer James Sinclair built one of the first houses in Blenheim and was closely associated with the town's early development.
Over time, the property's name reverted to the original Saint Clair.
The company's mission is to create world-class wines that exceed our customers' expectations. As a result, Neal puts his extensive experience in viticulture, the unique combination of Marlborough's climate and soils, and the talents of one of New Zealand's leading winemaking teams to achieve this mission. Read more
| Name | Saint Clair Sauvignon Blanc Pioneer Block 1 2024 |
|---|---|
| Type | White green still |
| Denomination | N/A |
| Vintage | 2024 |
| Size | 0,75 l |
| Alcohol content | 13.0% by volume |
| Grape varieties | 100% Sauvignon |
| Country | New Zealand |
| Region | New Zealand |
| Vendor | Saint Clair |
| Story | History and Curiosities Founded in Blenheim in 1978 by the Ibbotson family, the Saint Clair Family Estate highlights the exceptional potential of the Marlborough vineyards. The 2024 vintage of the Pioneer Block range originates from Foundation Block 1, located in the coolest area of the Wairau Valley. The separate fermentation of each individual plot gives the wine an intense concentration and a distinctive character, which enabled it to win the gold medal at the New Zealand International Wine Show 2023. |
| Origin | Marlborough (Valle di Wairau), Nuova Zelanda |
| Climate | Cool climate |
| Soil composition | Deep and fertile soils |
| Fermentation temperature | Cold (at low temperatures) |
| Production technique | Immediate pressing after harvest; cold fermentation with selected yeasts in stainless steel tanks; ageing in stainless steel |
| Wine making | The juice is pressed immediately after harvesting to minimise contact with the skins; fermentation then takes place with selected yeasts in stainless steel tanks at low temperatures to preserve aromas and freshness. Ageing occurs in stainless steel, with no use of wood or prolonged barrel ageing. |
| Aging | Aged in stainless steel tanks (without wood or prolonged barrel ageing). |
| Total acidity | 7.6 gr/L |
| PH | 3.25 |
| Residual sugar | 1.6 gr/L |
| Allergens | Contains sulphites |