Saint Clair Wines

Neal and Judy Ibbotson were pioneers in the Marlborough wine industry, first planting vineyards in the valley in 1978 and then establishing the Saint Clair Family Estate in 1994. They own 160 hectares of vineyard in 10 different Marlborough locations chosen specifically for the attributes of their individual ‘terroir’ and ability to produce top quality grapes.

Neal Ibbotson combines his extensive expertise in viticulture with the talent of one of New Zealand’s leading winemaking teams. The vines are sustainably cultivated and the estate holds the Sustainable Wines of New Zealand certification. Since 1994, when wines from the first vintage all won medals including gold, the name Saint Clair has been synonymous with quality and its award-winning record continues today.

The Sauvignon has tropical aromas of passionfruit, guava and blackcurrant combine with nettle and subtle chalky mineral notes. The rich, full palate with grapefruit and blackcurrant leaf has herbaceous overtones and a delicate sea salt character, through to a long, mineral finish. Perfect for drinking on it’s own or with seafood and light chicken dishes.

Their Merlot has savoury aromas of cedar and spice. layered with flavours of dark berried fruits and black plum through to a lightly spiced and toasty finish. Perfect with a vegetable tart, roast chicken and duck.

This Pinot has plenty of red fruit interlayered with spice and dark fruits, medium bodied, it is very easy to drink on it’s own or with roast dishes and game birds.

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