2025 Rapaura Springs Marlborough Sauvignon Blanc

Family business Rapaura Springs was founded in 2005 and ranks among the top 10 largest wineries in Marlborough. Purity and cleanliness are what Rapaura Springs stands for. For instance, the water used for the vines comes from the Rapaura Spring water source, far away from the vineyards. This crystal-clear and pure water from the Wairau River flows through the rocks, taking six months to reach the vineyards. The word 'Rapaura' therefore means: flowing water. There is a great deal of attention to detail within the New Zealand winery, and the makers strive to produce the most exceptional, clean, and pure wines. All wines are produced sustainably.

The Sauvignon is light yellow with green hues. The taste is rich in white and tropical fruit and has pronounced notes of white peach, lime peel, white nectarine, and passion fruit, together with herbs and citrus. The Rapaura Sauvignon Blanc is medium-bodied, fruity with a seductive taste, offering plenty of citrus and spicy flavor on the palate characterized by beautiful acidity and a long finish. Ideal with fish and Caesar salad. The Sauvignon Blanc was voted Best Sauvignon Blanc at the Wine & Spirit Competition in London and received rave reviews from Harold Hamersma and Hubrecht Duijker.

This wine receives a real boost by reaching an impressive 41st place in Wine Spectator's Top 100 Best Wines in the World (released in November 2021). Quite unique for a wine in this price range. https://top100.winespectator.com/lists/

ACCOLADES

Double Gold - China Wine & Spirits Awards 2019
Gold - Sydney International Wine Competition 2020
93 Points, 5 stars - Sam Kim, Wine Orbit
90 Points, 4 stars - Bob Campbell, MW
Silver - International Wines and Spirits Competition, UK
Silver - Hong Kong International Wines and Spirits Competition

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1. Salad with goat cheese, green apple and walnuts

The crisp freshness of green apple and the creaminess of goat cheese enhance the fruity acidity in the wine. The walnuts provide an earthy balance.

2. Pan-fried white fish with lemon butter and peas

The light texture of white fish such as cod or plaice is beautifully supported by the wine. The lemon butter and peas bring sweet-fresh elements that pair perfectly with the citrus aromas of the wine.

3. Fresh grilled zucchini and feta with mint and lime

This fresh vegetable dish complements the green character of the Sauvignon Blanc. The mint and lime enhance the aromatic profile, while feta provides a salty kick.

4. Thai noodle salad with shrimp, coriander, and lime

The wine cuts through the light spiciness and richness of the noodles and shrimp. The coriander and lime create an aromatic interplay that highlights the expressiveness of the wine.

5. Sea bream carpaccio with fennel and orange

The sea bream has a subtle salty flavour that pairs perfectly with the fresh acidity of the wine. Orange complements the tropical fruit character, while fennel provides a spicy accent.

6. Roasted fennel with ricotta and lemon zest

The anise-like notes of fennel and the soft ricotta, together with lemon zest, create a beautifully balanced dish. Here, the wine has room to showcase its minerality and fruit.