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Martinborough ‘Russian Jack’ Sauvignon Blanc
2008
Sauvignon Blanc
Crisp
United States
Seafood
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New Zealand's high-latitude, southern-hemisphere vineyards produce a unique style of Sauvignon Blanc known for exotic fruit flavors and tense, barely ripe herbaceous aromas. Martinborough, located in the Wairarapa region of New Zealand's North Island, has some of the oldest vineyards in the country, and though it's perhaps best known for producing fine Pinot Noir, it also makes bold, flavorful Sauvignon Blanc.
Classic pairings for Sauvignon Blanc include chèvre and other mild cheeses, light seafood dishes and recipes with tomatoes and herbs (like Caprese salad), but don't be afraid to serve this boldly flavored Sauvignon with even richer meals.
Russian Jack wines are made from grapes grown on a sustainably farmed 35-acre estate in Martinborough. Winemaker Paul Mason adheres to the philosophy that great wines are made in the vineyard. He aims to reflect the true terroir of the site in his wines.
This racy Sauvignon Blanc has subtle jalapeño pepper, lime custard, clover and grapefruit aromas and flavors of lime zest, gooseberries and passion fruit. It is ripe and zesty in mid-palate and finishes with notes of honeydew melon and fresh-cut grass.