Rimapere
Marlborough Sauvignon Blanc Single Vineyard 2025
| Denomination | N/A |
|---|---|
| Size | 0,75 l |
| Alcohol content | 12.5% by volume |
| Area | New Zealand (New Zealand) |
| Grape varieties | 100% Sauvignon |
| Aging | In stainless steel tanks for 5 months. |
Description
What kind of wine it is
Rimapere Marlborough Sauvignon Blanc Single Vineyard is an organic white wine that embodies the typical New Zealand freshness. On the nose, it reveals notes of pink grapefruit, ripe lemon, passion fruit and delicate white flowers. On the palate, its elegant structure is complemented by lively, ripe acidity, offering a crisp sip that finishes with a persistent, mineral finish. The unmistakable hints of almond and flint enrich the tasting experience, making it the ideal accompaniment for oysters and seafood dishes, as well as pairing beautifully with vegetarian recipes and white meats.
Where it comes from
It originates in the Marlborough district, in the Rapaura sub-region known as the Golden Mile. The cool maritime climate and abundant hours of sunlight ensure the vines ripen slowly and evenly, locking in intense and defined aromas. The vineyard is planted on free-draining stony soil, covered by a thin surface layer of silt: a unique terroir that gives the wine its pronounced savouriness. Under the guidance of the Rothschild family, the Rimapere estate cultivates its own single vineyard, enhancing the natural characteristics of the landscape to achieve a result of pure territorial precision.
How it is produced
The grape processing aims to preserve the fruit's vibrancy through careful skin contact, followed by gentle pneumatic pressing. After cold settling of the must, fermentation takes place in stainless steel tanks at controlled temperatures, lasting around two weeks. Under the supervision of oenologist Anne Escalle, the wine undergoes maturation in steel for five months, a technical choice designed to maintain maximum aromatic clarity. This rigorous process results in a wine with vibrant freshness, capable of reflecting the varietal essence in every nuance.
History and Curiosities
Founded in 2012 from the vision of Benjamin de Rothschild, the Rimapere estate, whose name in Maori means “five arrows”, celebrates the exceptional terroir of New Zealand. Located in the renowned Golden Mile of Rapaura, this extraordinary single vineyard of twenty-four hectares embodies the winemaking excellence of the Rothschild family. Under the expert guidance of oenologist Anne Escalle, the Marlborough estate produces wines of absolute elegance, internationally acclaimed with the prestigious award of 94 points from Decanter.
Awards
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2025
91/100
James Suckling is an influential American wine critic and journalist who worked at Wine Spectator for 30 years. He left the magazine in 2010 to start his own website and guidebook (JamesSuckling.com). He specialises in Italian and Bordeaux wines.
Tasting notes
Perfume
Color
Taste
Serve at:
10 - 12 °C
Longevity:
05 - 10 years
- Oenologist: Anne Escalle
- Hectares: 24
The wines of Rimapere embody the vibrant soul of Marlborough: clear, precise expressions that capture the power of the land and transform it into an elegant, memorable sensory experience. Read more
| Name | Rimapere Marlborough Sauvignon Blanc Single Vineyard 2025 |
|---|---|
| Type | White organic still |
| Denomination | N/A |
| Vintage | 2025 |
| Size | 0,75 l |
| Alcohol content | 12.5% by volume |
| Grape varieties | 100% Sauvignon |
| Country | New Zealand |
| Region | New Zealand |
| Vendor | Rimapere |
| Story | History and Curiosities Founded in 2012 from the vision of Benjamin de Rothschild, the Rimapere estate, whose name in Maori means "five arrows", celebrates the exceptional terroir of New Zealand. Located in the renowned Golden Mile of Rapaura, this extraordinary single vineyard of twenty-four hectares embodies the winemaking excellence of the Rothschild family. Under the expert guidance of oenologist Anne Escalle, the Marlborough estate produces wines of absolute elegance, internationally acclaimed with the prestigious award of 94 points from Decanter. |
| Origin | Rapaura Road, Marlborough, New Zealand |
| Climate | Cool and moderate maritime climate with long hours of sunshine |
| Soil composition | Free-draining stony soil with a thin silty surface layer |
| Cultivation system | Guyot |
| Fermentation temperature | 15–18 °C |
| Fermentation | About two weeks |
| Production technique | Contact with the skins, pneumatic pressing, cold settling and fermentation in stainless steel tanks at controlled temperature; maturation in stainless steel tanks |
| Wine making | Contact with the skins, pneumatic pressing, cold settling and fermentation in stainless steel tanks at a controlled temperature for about two weeks at 15–18 °C. |
| Aging | In stainless steel tanks for 5 months. |
| Allergens | Contains sulphites |