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Saint Clair - Malborough Pioneer Block 20 Sauvignon Blanc 2023

Saint Clair - Malborough Pioneer Block 20 Sauvignon Blanc 2023

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5/5 (1 customers)

90/100

Decanter

91/100

James Suckling

New Zealand
Sauvignon
freshness
saline
ample

"Grown in one of Marlborough's coolest climates, this Sauvignon Blanc offers a tasting experience that combines fullness and salinity: a New Zealand tour de force."

"Spices from the sea air, grapefruit, kiwi, and notes of passion fruit. Crisp and mouthwatering on the palate with a salty, textured finish." (Decanter World Awards 2024) Screw cap closure

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Estate

Saint Clair Family Estate

Vintage

Pioneer Block 20 Sauvignon Blanc

Vintage

2023

Designation

Malborough

Region

New Zealand

Grape varieties

100% Sauvignon Blanc

Terroirs

Marlborough region, specifically the lower Wairau Valley, deep, well-drained soils, flat topography, maritime climate, one of the coolest in Marlborough, "Block 20" vineyard

Viticulture

Reasoned

Grape harvest

Manual (nighttime harvesting, cold)

Wine making

Direct cold pressing, fermentation in stainless steel vats at low temperature with selected yeasts.

Method of preparation

Vegan Label

Alcohol content

13%

Eye

Straw yellow color, clear, bright rim with subtle emerald highlights

Nose

Vibrant aromas of fresh lemon leaves, jalapeño peppers, and cut grass, with subtle notes of ripe blackcurrant and sea salt.

Mouth

Bright and full-bodied, with flavors of acacia blossom, freshly cut grass, and grapefruit zest, salty minerality leading to a lingering, refreshing finish, very elegant.

Serve

At 11-13°C

Open

1 to 2 hours before

Drink from

2025

Drink before

2030

Food and wine pairings

Food and wine pairings

Enjoy with barbecued fish seasoned with fresh herbs, red tuna carpaccio with tarragon, or a selection of mature cheeses.

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Decanter

Decanter

Wine rated (2024 guide) 90/100

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Spices from the sea air, grapefruit, kiwi, and hints of passion fruit. Crisp and mouthwatering on the palate with a salty, textured finish. Silver medal at the Decanter World Awards 2024.

James Suckling

James Suckling

Wine rating (2024 guide) 91/100 (2022 vintage)

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Note and opinion by Mr. VINCENT B. Published on 09/06/2025

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