2020 A Thousand Gods Blanc

WINEMAKER: Simon & Lauren Sharpe
REGION: Marlborough, NZ
VARIETY: Sauvignon Blanc
VITICULTURE: Organic/Biodynamic

Sauvignon Blanc inspired by the elegant whites of the Loire Valley. 50% whole-bunch pressed to preserve linear acidity and primary floral aromas and 50% fermented on skins to enhance texture, mouthfeel and exotic botanical notes. Aged on lees in old barrels for 11 months then conditioned in bottle for a further 6 months. Juicy Nashi pear, bergamot and lavender notes on the nose and a rich, textural palate with great acidity.

After spending a decade making wine in the Cahors region of South-West France, as well as collectively working forty plus vintages across nine different countries; Simon and Lauren have returned back to New Zealand to make wine under their own label ‘A Thousand Gods’. Their aim is to make wines they can call their own, both representative of site, yet in their own way, surprisingly unique. Working closely with their biodynamic grower in the Waihopai Valley of Marlborough, meticulously farmed grapes are hand-picked and undergo wild fermentation. No additions, fining or filtration processes are used. Instead, thoughtful guidance into becoming wines that are generous and approachable, yet also complex and cellar-worthy.