NZ
Australia
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94 Points
Founded 1989, Palliser helped define Martinborough Sauvignon Blanc.
Cool 2024 season delivers heightened aromatics and linear acidity.
Low-temp stainless fermentation preserves varietal purity and freshness.
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Description
The Palliser Sauvignon Blanc 2024 is a benchmark expression of Martinborough’s cool-climate terroir, crafted to showcase purity, tension and varietal definition. Hand-harvested fruit from estate vineyards was gently pressed and fermented at cool temperatures to preserve aromatic intensity, with a short period on lees adding subtle texture and palate weight. Bottled at around 13.5% ABV, the wine opens with lifted aromas of passionfruit, lime zest, citrus blossom and fresh gooseberry, supported by hints of soft green herbs and a fine mineral thread. The palate is crisp and finely structured, balancing concentrated white-fleshed fruit and citrus flavours with vibrant acidity and a satin-like texture. Dry and refreshing yet layered and complex, this is a precise and energetic Sauvignon Blanc that reflects Palliser’s restrained house style. Delicious on release, it will drink well over the next 3 to 5 years and pairs beautifully with fresh seafood, goat’s cheese salad or lightly spiced Asian dishes.
Tasting Profile
- Light
- Full
- Low Tannin
- Tannic
- Sweet
- Dry
- Low Acidity
- High Acidity
Palate:Apple, Grapefruit
Food Pairings:
Cheese
Fish
Poultry
Shellfish
Description
The Palliser Sauvignon Blanc 2024 is a benchmark expression of Martinborough’s cool-climate terroir, crafted to showcase purity, tension and varietal definition. Hand-harvested fruit from estate vineyards was gently pressed and fermented at cool temperatures to preserve aromatic intensity, with a short period on lees adding subtle texture and palate weight. Bottled at around 13.5% ABV, the wine opens with lifted aromas of passionfruit, lime zest, citrus blossom and fresh gooseberry, supported by hints of soft green herbs and a fine mineral thread. The palate is crisp and finely structured, balancing concentrated white-fleshed fruit and citrus flavours with vibrant acidity and a satin-like texture. Dry and refreshing yet layered and complex, this is a precise and energetic Sauvignon Blanc that reflects Palliser’s restrained house style. Delicious on release, it will drink well over the next 3 to 5 years and pairs beautifully with fresh seafood, goat’s cheese salad or lightly spiced Asian dishes.
Tasting Profile
- Light
- Full
- Low Tannin
- Tannic
- Sweet
- Dry
- Low Acidity
- High Acidity
Palate:
Apple, Grapefruit
Food Pairings:
Cheese
Fish
Poultry
Shellfish
- Light
- Full
- Low Tannin
- Tannic
- Sweet
- Dry
- Low Acidity
- High Acidity
Apple, Grapefruit
Cheese
Fish
Poultry
Shellfish