2023 Limited Release Tamāhine

The 2023 Tamāhine displays a vibrant bouquet of citrus, green apple, and tropical fruits with hints of crushed stone. Bright acidity leads to flavours of lemon zest, ripe pear, and passionfruit, balanced by a creamy texture. Marlborough’s classic minerality shines through, complemented by fresh-cut grass and lemongrass notes. The long, refreshing finish features a lingering smokiness, creating a complex and elegantly structured profile.

Almost too good to share, be sure to enjoy every drop with your whānau and friends!

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Tamāhine

Tamāhine (pronounced ta-maa-hi-ne) was the name of the first ferry connecting New Zealand’s North and South Islands, making its way through the stunning yet challenging waters of the Marlborough Sounds and the turbulent Cook Strait—a true unsung hero. Like the Tamāhine, this wine is both complex and unconventional, paying homage to winemaking traditions while pushing the boundaries of Marlborough’s Sauvignon Blanc.

Perfect Pairing

This wine pairs wonderfully with rich dishes like buttery grilled crayfish (lobster), crab bisque, or creamy seafood pasta. For meat lovers, its acidity balances the richness of roasted duck or pork belly, enhancing their savory depth. Earthy dishes, such as mushroom risotto or truffle-infused recipes, also work well, with the wine’s oak influence complementing the creamy textures

Winemaking

Tamāhine reveals a richer, more refined side of this iconic variety, highlighting its impressive cellaring potential. Crafted from perfectly ripe fruit, the wine is fermented and aged for 7 months in a mix of 15% new French oak barriques, 15% older barrels, and stainless steel tanks. The result is a magnificent wine with exceptional complexity, depth, and texture, while maintaining the purity of its fruit flavours and refreshing vibrancy.

Expert Opinions

2023 Vintage

95 Points (5 Stars)

Complex and sophisticated, the wine shows apricot skin, grapefruit, oatmeal and gun smoke aromas on the nose with a hint of vanilla. The concentrated palate displays outstanding focus and drive, splendidly supported by saline texture and vibrant acidity. Superbly structured and persistent. At its best: now to 2033.

Sam Kim, Wine Orbit

2022 Vintage

95 Points (5 Stars)

"This is wonderfully stylish and engaging, showing grapefruit, apricot, lemon zest and oatmeal characters on the nose. The palate delivers excellent weight and depth, wonderfully complemented by refined texture and bright acidity. Gorgeously harmonious and complex, finishing impressively long and satisfying. The wine was fermented and aged in 20% new French barriques and 80% older barrels for 7 months. At its best: now to 2030."

Sam Kim, Wine Orbit

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