The Ned Noble Sauvignon Blanc

Viticulture
Situated in the Waihopai Valley, the vineyard is comprised of a complex range of soils, running across three ancient river bed terraces with less fertility and uniformity than those of the Wairau Valley. The Waihopai Valley has a unique climate with a larger diurnal range, warmer days and cooler nights, than the main Wairau Valley. This combination of soils and climate allows us to produce classic styles of Sauvignon Blanc showing elegance and fruit purity. Our vineyard is close planted at a density of 2,525 vines per hectare. The vines are cane pruned with vertically shoot positioned (VSP) canopies.

Vintage
Having survived a string of spring frosts, the timing of budburst was nearly identical to last year though a subsequent cooling off meant early vine development wasn't quite as vigorous as seen previously. November was dry, with temperatures slightly above average. December bought with it a noticeable drop in temperature and just shy of 10mm of rain. This was to coincide with the critical stages of flowering and fruit set and goes some way to explain the lighter than
usual 2015 yields. By Christmas the weather had begun to warm up and we hit a sustained patch of hot, dry weather that lasted through to the middle of March before the weather broke and the district finally got some rain. Further rain at the end of April and into May brought the blessed run of weather to a close whilst initiating a Noble Rot infection to rival the legendary 2014. This has created a fruit source with heavily botrytis affected, ripe fruit flavours combined with record high levels of residual sugar.

Winemaking
Flavour packed fruit was harvested during the first week of June and gently pressed to yield a thick golden juice, laden with richness. Cool fermentation in stainless steel tanks with specific German yeast strains chosen for its ability to survive the chokingly high natural sugar levels, has ensured the wine with freshness and the most vibrant of personalities.

Colour
Deep yellow - gold.

Aroma
A warm, rich bouquet of citrus zest, peach nectar and apricot stone.

Palate
A combination of luscious golden stone fruits and orange & grapefruit marmalade continues the flavour themes established on the nose. The smooth, sugary texture is shot through with veins of electric Waihopai acidity resulting in a palate feel that is wonderfully light and bright for a wine that delivers so much richness and such lofty sugar numbers.

Food Matching
Perfectly matched with most classic fruit based desserts. Try the 2015 Ned Noble Sauvignon Blanc lightly chilled with a warm, straight from the oven slice of ginger loaf, smeared with Kapiti Cheese's legendary Kikorangi Blue and a few dried apricots and crunchy, green pear slices on the side.

Cellaring Potential
Up to 5 years.

Please drink responsibly: The UK Chief Medical Officers recommend adults do not regularly drink more than 14 units per week

Wine of Marlborough, New Zealand

New Zealand

Glass Bottle

Importer:
Marisco Vineyards UK Ltd.,
The Winery,
Fairhills Rd,
Irlam,
Manchester,
M44 6BD,
UK.

Contains Sulphur Dioxide/Sulphites

The Ned

Situated in the Waihopai Valley of Marlborough, the Marisco Vineyards comprise of a complex range of soils running across ancient river bed terraces with a unique climate. This combination of soils and climate allows us to produce classic styles of Sauvignon Blanc and Pinot Grigio - showing elegance and fruit purity.

Produced and bottled by:
Marisco Vineyards Limited,
Guernsey Road,
Marlborough,
New Zealand.

Marisco Vineyards UK Ltd.,
The Winery,
Fairhills Rd,
Irlam,
Manchester,
M44 6BD,
UK.

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.

Marisco Vineyards Limited

Sauvignon Blanc

2022

Fruit is sourced from vineyards located in the Waihopai Valley of Marlborough, offering a diverse range of soil types from free draining river beds to deep loams. Alongside various soil types, vineyards combine north facing slopes and diverse micro-climates. All characteristics require precision viticulture to highlight the unique flavours from each site.

Vivid aromas of toffee apple and lemon balm with a ginger twist resulting from partial botrytis infection of ripe Sauvignon Blanc fruit. The palate is plush and tangy with a lingering finish of citrus and fresh beeswax.

11.5

4.3

Marisco Vineyards Limited

Perfectly matched with most classic fruit based desserts. Try the 2015 Ned Noble Sauvignon Blanc lightly chilled with a warm, straight from the oven ginger loaf, smeared with blue cheese and a few dried apricots, with crunchy green pear slices on the side.

Brent Marris

Sweet

Fruit was harvested in May 2022, from vineyards located in the Waihopai Valley of Marlborough, once the spread of natural botrytis was well established throughout the selected blocks, leading to concentration of the sugar, acids and flavour. Upon receival at the winery the fruit was gently pressed into a stainless steel tank and clarified. The clear juice was fermented in tank by select yeast strains specifically chosen for their ability to perform in the unique environment created by high sugar levels.