The Originals Sauvignon Blanc
2025
Fume Blanc – Sauvignon Blanc with love handles.
Description
Planted in 1999, Sauvignon Blanc is one of the original plantings at Wangolina.
The 2023 vintage was delayed & particularly cooler with constant threats of wet weather passing overhead. However, it made for a season of long & steady ripening, bringing layering & depth into all of our wines. It features, as always, natural acid retention & wonderful purity of fruit.
The Originals Sauvignon Blanc was wild fermented & divided into three hogsheads to rest on fine lees for 4 months. Two of these were conditioned oak to retain purity of fruit, whilst the third was new, to bring an element of structure.
Aromas fill the room with tropical bursts of green pineapple, passionfruit, gooseberry, ripe grapefruit and a grassy edge. The palate portrays everything good about the grape, but with more tangible weight and creamy texture, that is evenly matched by some driving acidity. An element of warming, cedary oak provides a graceful undertow of structure that is sure to reward with medium to long term ageing.
Enjoy with some BBQ’d lobster or pork tenderloin!
92 points – Lisa Cardelli – "There’s an overall sense of chilliness on the nose, despite the evident tropicality of the fruit. Guava, papaya, and green mango lead the way, followed by a hint of smoked butter and toasted almond. It’s on the palate where the aromatic burst becomes more evident, with a pop of passion fruit, a lick of vanilla pod, and a smidge of orange blossom, all brought together in a soft, textural cuddle. Drink now–2028"
Wine Details
- Vintage 2025
- Type White Wine
- Vegan Friendly ✔
Description
Planted in 1999, Sauvignon Blanc is one of the original plantings at Wangolina.
The 2023 vintage was delayed & particularly cooler with constant threats of wet weather passing overhead. However, it made for a season of long & steady ripening, bringing layering & depth into all of our wines. It features, as always, natural acid retention & wonderful purity of fruit.
The Originals Sauvignon Blanc was wild fermented & divided into three hogsheads to rest on fine lees for 4 months. Two of these were conditioned oak to retain purity of fruit, whilst the third was new, to bring an element of structure.
Aromas fill the room with tropical bursts of green pineapple, passionfruit, gooseberry, ripe grapefruit and a grassy edge. The palate portrays everything good about the grape, but with more tangible weight and creamy texture, that is evenly matched by some driving acidity. An element of warming, cedary oak provides a graceful undertow of structure that is sure to reward with medium to long term ageing.
Enjoy with some BBQ’d lobster or pork tenderloin!
92 points – Lisa Cardelli – "There’s an overall sense of chilliness on the nose, despite the evident tropicality of the fruit. Guava, papaya, and green mango lead the way, followed by a hint of smoked butter and toasted almond. It’s on the palate where the aromatic burst becomes more evident, with a pop of passion fruit, a lick of vanilla pod, and a smidge of orange blossom, all brought together in a soft, textural cuddle. Drink now–2028"
Wine Details
- Vintage 2025
- Type White Wine
- Vegan Friendly ✔