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Vandal 'Resistance' Sauvignon Blanc 2022
Primary flavours
Citrus
Green Apple
Lime
Pear Skin
Apple Cider
Basil
Chalk
Jalapeños
Rocks
Details
Unfined and unfiltered, this is Marlborough Sauvignon Blanc as you've never tried before. This is slightly hazy in the glass, but don't be put off. Fermented with natural yeasts, with bright notes of citrus and green apples, as well as pear skin, lanolin and beeswax. Really impressive!
The Vandal project coming out of New Zealand's Marlborough region is one of interest and intrigue. Following their maiden harvest in 2016, these guys have been turning heads in a region that can sometimes be plagued by a lack of dimension. Simply put, this project is the brainchild of three winemaking friends who became bored of producing commercial styles of Sauvignon Blanc (they also wanted to get out of the house a bit more), so they decided to start the vandal project together. Everything that the team at Vandal does is the antithesis of what they do in their day jobs. The winemaking here is minimal intervention, with a focus on letting their fruit and vineyards do the talking. Their 'Resistance' Sauvignon Blanc perfectly summarises the mission of Vandal, these guys are resisting the Marlborough status quo, and doing it with aplomb!
The Vandal project coming out of New Zealand's Marlborough region is one of interest and intrigue. Following their maiden harvest in 2016, these guys have been turning heads in a region that can sometimes be plagued by a lack of dimension. Simply put, this project is the brainchild of three winemaking friends who became bored of producing commercial styles of Sauvignon Blanc (they also wanted to get out of the house a bit more), so they decided to start the vandal project together. Everything that the team at Vandal does is the antithesis of what they do in their day jobs. The winemaking here is minimal intervention, with a focus on letting their fruit and vineyards do the talking. Their 'Resistance' Sauvignon Blanc perfectly summarises the mission of Vandal, these guys are resisting the Marlborough status quo, and doing it with aplomb!
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Taste Profile
This wine’s tasting notes.
Sweetness
lowmediumhigh
Body
lightmediumfull
Fruitiness
nonesomelots
Tannins
lowmediumhigh
Acidity
lowmediumhigh
Oak
nonesomelots
Alcohol
low
(under 12%)medium
(12-14%)high
(14%+)
Taste Summary
This wine’s tasting notes are leaning towards medium bodied, low sweetness, with high acidity, some fruitiness, low tannins, medium alcohol and no oak.
Specs
Region
Marlborough
country
New Zealand
Grape type
Sauvignon Blanc
Wine Maker
Vandal
Alcohol
12%
Vintage
2022
Cellar period
5-10 years
Closure
Cork (Natural)
Production method
Natural
Pairing guide
There's nothing quite like a delicious and chilled bottle of Sauvignon Blanc at lunch time, and we just know you're going to love pairing this crisp white with some of your favourite dishes. It has a particular affinity for green vegetables like asparagus, snow peas and artichoke, and will pair brilliantly with salads featuring salty cheeses, goat's cheese, or green beans and leafy vegetables. White fish fillets, seafood and shellfish, and grilled chicken breast will all be brilliant with this wine, especially if spritzed with lemon and given a scattering of parsley, coriander, or dill.
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Food
Lots of Herbs
Asparagus
Poultry
Tastes
Light
Moods
Adventurous
Contemplative
Creative
Mood for something different
Seasons
Spring
Recipe Matches
Wine region
Marlborough, New Zealand
Marlborough is by far and away the jewel in New Zealand's winemaking crown. Situated at the northern tip of the South Island, Marlborough is home to one of the world's most celebrated and popular styles of wine: Marlborough Sauvignon Blanc. The region surmises the natural beauty that New Zealand boasts and is now home to over 500 wine producers of varying sizes, from epic, large-scale operations to small, boutique craft producers. Naturally, the region is celebrated for its zesty, pungent styles of Sauvignon Blanc, but the wine train doesn't stop there. Marlborough is also celebrated for very high-quality Pinot Noir and Chardonnay (the latter being some of the most underrated wines in the region). You will also find smaller pockets of Viognier, Riesling and Pinot Gris planted here. Marlborough represents almost 75% of all wine produced in New Zealand.
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