2011 Nobilo - Sauvignon Blanc Marlborough

Honeysuckle and apple blossom notes jump out of the glass, with a terrific acidity supporting bright, fresh flavors of green apple, honeydew melon and tangerine. Drink now. 280,000 cases imported.

Colour: Pale yellow with brilliant clarity. Nose: Intense aromas of pineapple, passion fruit and guava,complemented by flinty minerality and herbal notes of nettle and cut tomato plant. Palate: The nettle and cut tomato plant characters give richness to the palate, and there is an abundance of luscious fruit sweetness, especially passionfruit and pineapple notes. The wine has excellent presence and mouthfeel, with balanced acidity and a generous finish. Food Match: A perfect match for lighter seafood dishes, lemon herb chicken, or summer salads, it is equally enjoyable as an aperitif.