Gold Medal - NZIWS 2023

Riverby Estate is a boutique wine producer, occupying a prime site in Marlborough's Jacksons Road heartland. All grapes are grown on the estate vineyard by descendants of the Matthews family, who have been farming the property for over 100 years. The Matthews farm was called Riverby and the original homestead, depicted on the Sauvignon Blanc back label, is still in use.

"It's brilliantly aromatic on the nose, showing green rockmelon, kiwifruit, lime peel and white floral aromas, followed by a wonderfully flavoursome palate offering terrific fruit power and drive. Upfront and gorgeously drinking. At its best: now to 2027. $22.00. www.riverbyestate.com. Oct 2023." 94/100 Wine Orbit, Sam Kim