Allan Scott, Sauvignon Blanc, Marlborough, New Zealand 2021

“Strikes a terrific balance between mouthwatering acidity, fresh herbal notes of lemon verbena and thyme, and core flavors of Key lime, Meyer lemon, pineapple and tangerine. Gains momentum on the finish, where the flavors sing in harmony and complexity.”-93WS

Allan Scott is synonymous with wine in Marlborough: he has worked every harvest since 1973 and is credited with planting some of the region’s most famous vineyards, including the very first. In 1990, Allan and his wife Catherine established Allan Scott Wines as one of the first independent wineries of Marlborough. Since its inception, the winery has produced wines consistent in flavor and quality year after year while continually evolving to keep ahead of the changing demand of the market. A true family affair, Allan and Catherine remain actively involved in all levels of production; Joshua and Sara head up the viticulture, operations, marketing, and management of the company with a highly skilled operational team.  

Within Marlborough, the Rapaura area along the northern edge of the Wairau Valley has become particularly prized and is home to the family’s vineyards, all within close proximity to the winery. The vineyards are farmed using organic inputs, with minimal chemicals and energy. In 2006, Allan joined the Sustainable Winegrowers program and continues to follow its practices closely. Careful planning and meticulous attention in the vineyard keep the grapes growing to their full potential. Overall, great sunshine hours, low disease pressure, light crops, and ripe fruit, all come together to produce some outstanding fruit and in turn some great wines.