Wines Marlborough Craggy Range - Martinborough - 2022

Craggy Range Cuvée Martinborough 2022 is a delightful white wine from the renowned Marlborough region of New Zealand. Crafted predominantly from Sauvignon Blanc, the flagship grape variety of this area, this wine encapsulates the vibrant and expressive character for which Marlborough whites are celebrated. The 2022 vintage benefited from a temperate growing season, yielding grapes with excellent balance between ripeness and acidity. The terroir, marked by well-drained gravelly soils and cool, maritime influences, imparts a distinct clarity and freshness to the wine. Winemakers at Craggy Range typically employ a combination of stainless steel fermentation to preserve the primary aromatics, along with a careful approach in the vineyard to ensure crisp natural acidity and lively fruit flavours.

Marlborough, perched at the northern tip of New Zealand’s South Island, has built a global reputation over the past four decades as one of the best regions for Sauvignon Blanc. The region enjoys a cool, sunny climate moderated by ocean breezes, allowing for a long growing season that maximizes flavour development. The soil profile is varied, but the classic free-draining alluvial soils of the Wairau and Awatere valleys are crucial in shaping the region's distinctive wine style. Marlborough’s winemaking history is relatively young, dating back to the 1970s, yet in this short time it has produced crisp, aromatic wines that have become internationally recognised.

Given its aromatic intensity and refreshing acidity, this wine pairs beautifully with fresh seafood such as oysters, green-lipped mussels, or ceviche. It is also an excellent match for dishes featuring goat’s cheese, asparagus, or herb-driven salads. For a regional twist, try it alongside whitebait fritters or Marlborough King Salmon, both of which highlight the vibrant fruit and zesty profile of the wine.

To fully appreciate its aromatic complexity and lively palate, serve Craggy Range Cuvée Martinborough 2022 at a chilled temperature of 8-10°C. Enjoy it young to experience its expressive fruit purity and hallmark Marlborough freshness.