Rimapere Sauvignon Blanc 2022, Marlborough, New Zealand
£23.50 – £126.90
Rimapere is the result of a new venture from Baron Edmond de Rothschild and Mr Peabody of Craggy Range. The estate was acquired in 2012 and is situated in Rapaura within the district of Marlborough, New Zealand. The estate produces two classically styled Marlborough wines; a hugely aromatic Sauvignon Blanc and an earthy complex Pinot Noir.
Tasting notes
Rimapere delivers pronounced aromatics of lemon peel, sage, ripe lemon, passion fruit, grapefruit, pine needles and steely minerality. The palate despite being vibrant and fresh, has a rich texture. There is wonderful purity and complexity and a long intense finish. Rimapere is a very defined Sauvignon with tremendous concentration – its a million miles from those dilute New Zealand Sauvignon’s that flood the shelves of UK supermarkets.
| ABV | 12.5% |
|---|---|
| Closure | Screwcap |
| Origin | New Zealand |
| Producer | Baron Edmond de Rothschild |
| Varietal | Sauvignon Blanc |
| Drink from | 2020 – 2023 |
| Food match | grilled mackerel |
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