Marlborough’s natural environment stirs the imagination with no better example than Braided River. The winemaking team are passionate about allowing Sauvignon Blanc’s unique character to flourish in the vineyard, they work gently with minimal handling throughout vinification to ensure every glass is filled with the vivid signature. Gently crushed and pressed to minimise skin contact, the juices are settled at cool temperatures. Components are individually fermented, long and cool, with select strains of yeast to showcase their unique personalities. Once assembled, after a month resting on fine lees, each batch plays a role in the style of the finished wine as it was bottled fresh and early. Alcohol 13.0%

The principal vineyard for Braided River sits on the confluence of the mighty Wairau and Waihopai Rivers in Marlborough. Riper characters here are achieved at lower sugar levels, offering great intensity and style at moderate alcohol levels. "Intense goosberry, citrus, lemon-lime tangy aromas; lovely fruit sweetness and concentrated flavour that lingers. This vital, zesty Marlborough wine shows many dearer wines a clear pair of heels. Bargain!" - Sydney Morning Herald, "Plenty of the Marlborough zing at a very good price!" -Gourmet Traveller

Light straw in colour. Lifted aromas of crushed lime and grapefruit dart from the glass and over the palate to excite the senses. Every sip of this superb Sauvignon Blanc expresses pure Marlborough magic, the palate is instantly rich and mouth filling before the juicy acidity refreshes the mouth and provides the vehicle for a long, fine, flavour packed finish. Enjoy with shellfish or goat’s cheese soufflé. "Great value, kiwifruit and lemongrass, intense gooseberry flavour zips onto the front of the palate, lime zest and mixed herbs chime in on the middle!" -Newcastle Herald, "Crisp and clean with tropical fruit flavours, herbaceous characters and balanced, acidic backbone. Drink it with char-grilled octopus!" -Illawarra Mercury