13 Celsius Sauvignon Blanc

91 Point Beverage Tasting Institute: Bright aromas and flavors of white grapefruit, bell pepper, apple, and lemongrass with a soft, vibrant, bone-dry medium body and a tingling, interesting, medium-long finish with touches of peach and nectarine with no tannins and no oak. Crisp and lively notes of lemongrass and grapefruit lead to a palette of sweet peaches and nectarines finishing bright and dry.

13 Celsius Sauvignon Blanc, Foster sources 55% of grapes from Wairau Valley and 45% from Awatere Valley. The climate of the Awatere Valley is influenced by the cooling effects of the sea, and gravelly soils provide excellent drainage and stress the vine, producing concentrated fruit with a distinct herbaceous and grassy profile. To the west and inland is the Wairau Valley, a wide river valley that maintains a warm, dry climate protected by a series of mountains and hills. Cold ocean air funnels through this valley at night, maintaining the characteristic bright acidity of Marlborough Sauvignon Blanc with citrus and tropical fruit notes. Grapes are harvested at precise ripeness and brought to a state-of-the-art winemaking facility, then pressed slowly to enhance bright acidity and aromas. The juice is then transferred to small stainless steel tanks where it ferments below 13 degrees Celsius for over 30 days. A long, cool fermentation preserves delicate aromatics in the wine. Following fermentation, a portion of the cuvée is aged on the lees. The resulting wine has a lifted mid palate and elegant structure. 13 Celsius is a sophisticated wine made in the definitive Marlborough style, with vibrant aromas of citrus, tropical fruit and sweet herbs with a crisp edge of minerality and refreshing acidity.