{"product_id":"nautilus-estate-marlborough-sauvignon-blanc-2023","title":"Nautilus Estate Marlborough Sauvignon Blanc 2023","description":"\u003ch3\u003eWhat kind of wine it is\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cp\u003eNautilus Estate Sauvignon Blanc is a still white wine with an aromatic and refreshing profile, an authentic expression of New Zealand. Made from \u003cstrong\u003eSauvignon Blanc\u003c\/strong\u003e grapes, it offers a vibrant bouquet of passion fruit, lemongrass and green melon. On the palate, a citrus intensity of lime zest emerges, well balanced by a \u003cstrong\u003erefreshing acidity\u003c\/strong\u003e that leads to a clean finish. The tasting experience is enhanced by a \u003cstrong\u003egood texture\u003c\/strong\u003e, making it ideal for seafood dishes and fresh cheeses.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch3\u003eWhere it comes from\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cp\u003eThis wine originates from the renowned \u003cstrong\u003eMarlborough region\u003c\/strong\u003e, an area famous for the quality of its soils and favourable climate. Its aromatic depth comes from a careful \u003cstrong\u003eblend of different parcels\u003c\/strong\u003e, selected to combine complementary characteristics. Nautilus Estate's agronomic approach enhances the nuances of each individual plot, capturing the \u003cstrong\u003eterritorial identity\u003c\/strong\u003e in the final cuvée. The result is a white wine that precisely reflects the unique features of the New Zealand landscape.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch3\u003eHow it is produced\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cp\u003eHarvesting takes place during the night or in the cool of the morning, followed by immediate pressing to preserve the integrity of the fruit. Fermentation occurs mainly in \u003cstrong\u003estainless steel tanks\u003c\/strong\u003e, while a small portion ferments directly in \u003cstrong\u003ebarrels\u003c\/strong\u003e to increase aromatic complexity. Before the final blending, the wine matures on the \u003cstrong\u003elees for three months\u003c\/strong\u003e. This essential step consolidates the structure and integrates the flavour components into a harmonious and persistent whole.\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cdiv\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eHistory and Curiosities\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eUnder the expert guidance of oenologist Clive Jones, \u003cstrong\u003eNautilus Estate Sauvignon Blanc\u003c\/strong\u003e embodies the essence of the Marlborough terroir through a meticulous \u003cstrong\u003eblend of different organic plots\u003c\/strong\u003e. The grapes, harvested during the cool night hours to preserve their aromatic integrity, are pressed immediately. Vinification in steel, combined with a portion fermented in barrel and three months of \u003cstrong\u003eageing on the lees\u003c\/strong\u003e, gives this elegant New Zealand wine extraordinary structural complexity, awarded 90 points by James Suckling and Vinous.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e","brand":"Nautilus Estate","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":44711144161451,"sku":"54123","price":19.5,"currency_code":"EUR","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0652\/6789\/2395\/files\/nautilus-estate-marlborough-sauvignon-blanc-2023_54123_1_c9621a62-b771-4360-822b-9913bc29a0af.webp?v=1773745837","url":"https:\/\/xtriwine.com\/products\/nautilus-estate-marlborough-sauvignon-blanc-2023","provider":"Xtrawine","version":"1.0","type":"link"}