Named after a former WWII air force base where the grapes are grown, this is a real âSpitfireâ of a wine. Selected from the two finest small blocks of Raparuaâs Murphy vineyard, this is a rich, full Sauvignon Blanc.Product information Named after a former WWII air force base where the...
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Named after a former WWII air force base where the grapes are grown, this is a real âSpitfireâ of a wine. Selected from the two finest small blocks of Raparuaâs Murphy vineyard, this is a rich, full Sauvignon Blanc.
Product information
Named after a former WWII air force base where the grapes are grown, this is a real Spitfire of a wine. Selected from the two finest small blocks of Raparuas Murphy vineyard, this is a rich, full Sauvignon Blanc.
Country of Origin
New Zealand
Storage
Store in a cool, dry place
Serving Suggestions
Serve chilled. Pairs brilliantly with fresh oysters, asparagus, lobster, or summer salads.
Package Type
Glass bottle
Type of Closure
Screwcap
Recycling Information
Fully recyclable
Brand
Kim Crawford
Kim Crawford is one of New Zealands most exciting and innovative wine producers. The winery started out in a small cottage in Auckland, New Zealand and since its launch in 1996, the label has gained critical acclaim around the globe.
Allergy Information
Contains Sulphites
ABV (%)
13
Units
9
Grape Variety
Sauvignon Blanc
Tasting Notes
A hugely aromatic wine with aromas of passionfruit, nettles, citrus. The complex palate launches a concentrated burst of juicy tropical fruits and grapefruit backed with minerality and a long, lingering finish.
History
Kim Crawford Wines was established in late 1996, when Kim and Erica Crawford launched two wines made from fruit grown in Marlborough. The Crawfords sold the company to Constellation in 2005 and subsequently handed the reins over to the Constellation winemaking team, led by chief winemaker Anthony Walkenhorst, who had trained under Kim.
Despite Kim Crawford no longer being involved with these wines, the current winemakers and viticulturalists continue the classic Crawford philosophy and style. Control over grape supply has always been essential and Constellation continues to maintain good contracts with growers in the region, ensuring consistency of quality and style.
Regional Information
The Small Parcels Spitfire Sauvignon Blanc takes its name from a famous site in Marlborough that was used as an air force base during WWII. Two outstanding vineyards were selected for this vintage. The first, Awatere Hills, W Block, is located in the southerly subregion of Blind River. This block is in a small valley protected from the cold winds. A small patch of rich alluvial silt provides a large, healthy vine canopy, and a massive blast of zesty capsicum and grapefruit on the nose and mid-palate. The other, Awarua, is one of Kim Crawford's newest vineyards. Just 6 years ago this was rich dairy farming land at the mouth of the Wairau Valley.
Current Vintage
2020
Vinification Details
Upon arrival at the winery, the fruit was crushed and the free-run juice was drained for about three hours before the skins were pressed. Fermentation was long, slow and cool, with a yeast selected to express the grapes' grapefruit and passion fruit characteristics. Only the best wines were selected for the Small Parcels blend, following a rigorous tasting selection. The blend was left to marry for a brief period and the wine was bottled early to retain its freshness and purity of fruit.
Producer
Kim Crawford
Agent
Liberty Wines
Winemaker
Anthony Walkenhorst
Taste Category
Please drink responsibly
Know your limits The UK Chief Medical Officers recommend adults do not regularly drink more than 14 units per week
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