90pts Wilfred Wong

Over the past decades, I have always placed the Villa Maria Private Bin Sauvignon Blanc among the consistent choices for everyday wines. The 2024 vintage is bright and lively. This wine brings aromas and flavors of grapefruit peel, garden herbs, and green olives- a perfect choice with fish 'n chips on a warm summer's day with your best buds.

Winemaker Notes

This wine showcases the youthful, fresh and vibrant characteristics of Marlborough. Initially, the cool climate Awatere aromas jump out of the glass, such as lemongrass, jalapeño peppers and fresh herbs. In contrast, the Wairau Valley has warmer summer months, influencing vineyards to produce a pungent Sauvignon Blanc with ripe citrus and tropical fruit flavors.

A perfect aperitif wine, serve chilled on warm summer days. Fresh herbal flavors match well with most salads, whereas the riper tropical flavors match well with many fish recipes.