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DOG POINT SECTION 94 SAUVIGNON BLANC 2020

Cellar Release of this Iconic Barrel Fermented Sauvignon Blanc

Product Code: 5540
Country: New Zealand
Region: Marlborough
Sub Region: Southern Valleys
Style: White
Variety: Sauvignon Blanc
Producer: Dog Point Vineyard

Closure: Cork
Unit: Each
Volume: 750ml
Alcohol: 14.5%
Grape: 100% Sauvignon Blanc
Natural: Certified Organic

Original price was: $55.99.Current price is: $46.99.

Cellar Release of this Iconic Barrel Fermented Sauvignon Blanc

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A fuller bodied, textural style of Sauvignon Blanc. This single vineyard parcel is situated within the Dog Point Vineyard, using the same low cropping level from vines planted in 1992. Fruit is hand-picked, whole bunch pressed and fermented and aged in older French oak barrels. Bottled without fining.

Winery notes (2020 Vintage)
"Cold smoke and flinty gravels lead into a subdued nose of ripe grapefruit, pears and honeydew melon. A focussed and linear backbone of acidity carries ripe citrus notes and subtle smoky complex characters. Extended elevage on lees has imparted hallmark cashew and mealy flavours and chalky textures.

Hand picked and whole bunch pressed to tank for 24 hours of settling prior to eighteen months fermentation and aging in mostly older French Oak barrels. 100% natural ferment. Bottled without fining and only minimal filtration."

95/100 JamesSuckling.com (2020 Vintage)
"Layers of crushed stones, smoked almonds, green apples, lemon pith, white pepper, licorice and oyster shells. It's so powerful and concentrated. Tightly wound and phenolic with a medium body and sharp acidity. Intense, and just keeps going. Always a sophisticated and complex sauvignon blanc. From organically grown grapes."

94+/100 Erin Larkin, RobertParker.com, Wine Advocate, June 2025 (2020 Vintage)
"The 2020 Section 94 is today five years from its harvest, and it shows a preponderance of yellow fruits, exotic spices, layers of cloves, star anise and fennel, with white cloth and beeswax. It's a powerful, tightly coiled wine of great length and complexity. These evolve favourably in the future, so drinking the estate Sauvignon Blanc in its youth is recommended, while you allow this to age and settle. This is a very impressive wine."

93/100 Christina Pickard, Wine Enthusiast (2020 Vintage)
"From one of Marlborough's most distinctive producers, this single site Sauvignon Blanc is aged and fermented in older French oak barrels in the Pouilly-Fumé style. The resulting wine is golden hued with opulent aromas of roasted nuts, grilled pineapple, lemon oil and gun smoke. The palate is equally rich but restrained, countered by mouthwatering acidity, with focus and flavour depth that lingers long on the finish. It's a Sauvignon made like a Chardonnay, so it won't be to everyone's tastes, but this bottling, from a strong vintage, finds great balance and could cellar for several years."

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You may also choose to 'pick up' your order from our wine shop at 188 Durham Street South, Christchurch.

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If for any reason you are not entirely happy with your order or you suspect that it may be affected by a quality issue, please do not hesitate to contact us and we will remedy the problem straight away. Contact us on (03) 3655134.

Note, for orders of 1 - 2 bottles we charge an additional $6 for packaging. To ensure the safety of the bottles we use specially designed posting boxes.

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Dog Point Vineyard is a renowned winery located in the heart of Marlborough, New Zealand, known for producing exceptional Sauvignon Blanc and other varietals from its sustainably managed vineyards. Established by Ivan and Margaret Sutherland and James and Wendy Healy, Dog Point Vineyard is situated on the site of the former sheep station, owned by Ivan Sutherland's family for over 70 years.

The winery's philosophy is rooted in a deep respect for the land and a commitment to preserving the natural ecosystem of the vineyards. The vineyards are certified organic and biodynamic, with a focus on minimal intervention and low yields to ensure the highest quality fruit. The winemaking process is equally meticulous, with a focus on expressing the unique character of each varietal and vintage.

Dog Point Vineyard produces a range of wines, including Sauvignon Blanc, Chardonnay, Pinot Noir, and other varietals. The Sauvignon Blanc is a standout, with a crisp acidity and intense fruit flavors, balanced by a subtle minerality and a hint of smokiness. The Chardonnay is also exceptional, with a creamy texture and notes of tropical fruit and toasted oak.

Visitors to Dog Point Vineyard can enjoy tastings at the winery's cellar door, set in a stunning restored woolshed with panoramic views of the surrounding vineyards. The winery also has a restaurant, offering farm-to-table cuisine paired with Dog Point's acclaimed wines.

Overall, Dog Point Vineyard is a testament to the power of sustainable farming practices and the art of winemaking, producing some of the finest wines in New Zealand and beyond.