2021 Pegasus Bay Minuetto Sauvignon Semillon
Grape
About 60% Sauvignon Blanc and 40% Semillon
Its Origins
Located in arguably New Zealand's most exciting wine region of North Canterbury (more specifically, Waipara), albeit sparsely scattered with wine estates it is at the forefront of interesting and unique wines in NZ. This is due in part to a fabulous free-draining, well protected terroir. Pegasus Bay is run by the Donaldson family who were pioneers in the region and have been involved with local grape growing and winemaking since the 1970's. The whole family are involved in the process from grape to bottle, and a deep respect for the land, with a long term view towards vine and soil health typifies the Donaldson Family's approach to grape growing. Pegasus Bay is an accredited member of the NZWG sustainable viticulture program and are firm believers of using natural methods to combat pests and diseases rather than the application of unnecessary pesticides and herbicides.
What The Critics Say
96/100 Cameron Douglas MS
"Fabulous colour and bouquet of intensity and complexity, wax and peach, lemon and flowers, nettles and lees, peach and pineapple. A fabulous texture and intensity on the palate, fruit tannins and wild ferment flavours create a palate of intrigue and complexity. As the wine opens out in glass flavours of honeysuckle and apple emerge, a complex and lengthy wine with a salivating mouthfeel and finish. Best drinking from 2024 through 2034."
96/100 Raymond Chan Reviews, Candice Chow
"This has a striking lifted bouquet, packed with aromas of stuck-match overlying citrus, tropical fruit, roasted nuts and baked herbs. Full-bodied, aromas of lemon, lime and citrus preserve intermix guava, salted pineapple and cardamom, unfolding smoke, nut loaf and dried basil. Fine-textured phenolics flow on a creamy lanolin-like mouthfeel, boosting texture; the smoky struck-match nuance enriches and is well-proportioned and lifted. Enlivening acidity cuts through the richness and carries a lengthy, exuberant finish. The first edition of Minuetto in the Reserve range, with 60% Sauvignon Blanc mostly fermented in stainless steel, 1/3 whole bunch, and aged on skins for 200 days. 40% Semillon fermented in oak puncheons. Both varieties were aged on lees for 10 months prior to blending and further aged in bottles for 18 months before release. 19+/20 pts (96 pts) Aug 2024 RRP $40."
96/100 Wine Orbit, Sam Kim
"Gorgeously fruited and engaging, the bouquet shows grapefruit, mandarin, dried herb, oatmeal and almond meal characters with a touch of flinty note. The concentrated palate displays outstanding weight and richly textured mouthfeel, wonderfully structured by vibrant acidity. It's impressively complex and flavoursome with a lengthy, exuberant finish. At its best: now to 2036. $40.00. www.pegasusbay.com. July 2024." Drink 2024 - 2036
| Variety | Sauvignon Blanc |
|---|---|
| Region | Canterbury / Waipara |
| Closure | Cap |
| Volume | 750ml |
| Alcohol | 14.00% |
| Maturity | 2024 - 2036 |
This Wine Goes Well With
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