Niche Marlborough Sauvignon Blanc 2024 is a bright, modern expression of cool-climate New Zealand winemaking, sourced from selected vineyard blocks across Marlborough. After careful destemming, the free-run juice was separated and lightly pressed before cold settling, allowing the purest fruit character to shine through. Extended fermentation at 11–14°C builds aromatic lift and texture, while a short period on yeast enhances complexity, resulting in a wine made to drink upon release while flavours are at their most vibrant, though it will develop additional interest over the short term — a hallmark of quality Sauvignon Blanc from Marlborough. With the previous vintage awarded an international Gold Medal, this release continues the momentum, offering exceptional freshness, purity and varietal definition.

In the glass, the wine shows a medium straw colour with translucent green tones, signalling intensity and youthful energy. The nose is highly expressive, bursting with ripe passionfruit, freshly cut lime zest and a subtle capsicum edge, layered over hints of tropical melon and crushed herbs. On the palate, the flavours are juicy and vibrant, flowing with passionfruit pulp, lime, guava and delicate herbal nuances, guided by zingy natural acidity and an easy, refreshing texture. A clean, mineral thread runs the length of the wine, adding finesse and structure, leading to a crisp, mouth-watering finish that captures everything Marlborough Sauvignon Blanc is loved for.

This bright style is perfect by the glass on warm days, and equally at home with fresh prawns, salt-and-pepper squid, Thai chilli basil chicken, seared scallops with lime butter, or a vibrant goat cheese salad layered with citrus and herbs. The wine’s lively acidity and tropical fruit core make it a brilliant match for spicy Asian cuisine, light seafood dishes or lemon-driven Mediterranean plates. Made with precision, purity and vibrancy, Niche delivers the compelling flavours that have made Marlborough one of the world’s most admired Sauvignon Blanc regions.