White Chenin Blanc New Zealand Central Otago

Sato La Ferme De Sato Schisteaux Chenin Blanc 2021

Name: Sato La Ferme De Sato Schisteaux Chenin Blanc 2021
Brand: Sato Wines
SKU: 12286
Price: 75 AUD
Availability: InStock

A$75.00

AvailabilityIn stock

Volume750ml

MakerSato Wines

VarietiesChenin Blanc

Region/CountryNew Zealand, Central Otago

Rating93 points

Description

As the name "Schisteux" suggests, the Chenin Blanc on the Sato vineyard is grown on the parts of the site that are richest in schist soils.

This imparts a distinct minerality to the Sato home farm Chenin Blanc, in a not-too-dissimilar mode to the great Chenin Blancs of the Loire Valley.

Chalky yet textural and absolutely delicious, this a powerhouse Chenin Blanc that will not disappoint.

Ratings

Score93 points

ReviewerKen Gargett

Review

Named after the very schisty soil on which the vines live (if schisty is not a word, it is now). Good intensity here, this is, if nothing else, a varietally correct Chenin. Nectarine, pears, hessian and apples.

This is an appealing textural style with excellent length and a fine line of bright salinity. Impressive balance and complexity. This could have up to twenty years ahead of it.

Specifications

Serving temp10-14 °C

Alcohol13.8%

Food Pairing

Pumpkin Risotto or Tempura Prawns

Tasting Profile

nose

Apple, Stone Fruit, Quince, Chamomile.

palate

Apple, Stone Fruit, Quince, Chamomile.

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