{"title":"Villa Maria | New Zealand","description":"\u003cdiv style=\"text-align: start;\"\u003e\u003cimg style=\"float: none;\" alt=\"Villa Maria Winery Building in New Zealand\" src=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0106\/1539\/0266\/files\/Villa_Maria_Property.jpg?v=1726475165\"\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eVilla Maria’s 60 year journey at the forefront of New Zealand’s wine industry has shaped the brand as it stands today. Their extensive portfolio is one the most geographically and stylistically diverse and highly awarded ranges of premium wines by any New Zealand producer. From the cool climate region of Marlborough, famous for crisp, refreshing Sauvignon Blanc, to the sun-soaked Hawkes Bay producing world-class reds, Villa Maria produce high quality wines to suit all budgets.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThroughout the 1960s Villa Maria was a one man band. In 1961, at only 21 years of age, Sir George Fistonich started off with just an acre of vines in Māngere, Auckland. The first wine under the name Villa Maria in 1962 was made with grapes harvested from this block. Today, Villa Maria is globally recognised and adored for its bold, expressive and exceptional New Zealand wines.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eVilla Maria has four modern wineries located throughout New Zealand. Two in Marlborough; the Fairhall winery set amid gorgeous scenery just outside Blenheim as well as the state-of-the-art 15 Valley winery. There is also a purpose built Gimblett Gravels winery, nestled in the heart of Hawkes Bay’s prestigious growing region and the last is situated in Gisborne.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eVilla Maria's winemaking philosophy is to create wines that are as enjoyable as they are accessible. Wines that are distinctive, vibrant and, most importantly, delicious.\u003c\/p\u003e","products":[{"product_id":"villa-maria-woven-sauvignon-blanc","title":"Villa Maria 'Woven' Sauvignon Blanc 2023","description":"\u003cp\u003eThe Villa Maria 'Woven' Sauvignon Blanc is a new introduction to the Icon range of wines produced by Villa Maria. This is a range of flagship wines made only in exceptional vintages and are the most comprehensive and focussed wines Villa Maria can produce. Woven is a unique expression of Sauvignon Blanc and can be seen as a statement wine that shows a serious and complex side to Villa Maria's signature variety that reveals surprising flavours and hidden depths. With vibrant citrus aromas accompanied by lifted florals and smoky notes on the nose, this is a multi-dimensional wine with a zesty acid backbone and a structured mineral texture. From selecting the highest quality fruit through the hands of Villa Maria's passionate winemakers, 'Woven' truly reflects the journey of Villa Maria Sauvignon Blanc. 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Ngakirikiri in Māori refers to the unique soils that define the Gimblett Gravels growing appellation, uniquely situated on the former Ngaruroro riverbed. The first vines were planted in these arid soils in the 1980’s and this small area of 800Ha has since become New Zealand’s epicentre for premium full-bodied red wine production with a reputation for beautifully balanced, thought-provoking wines. Ngakirikiri is predominantly Cabernet Sauvignon (95%) from mature, low-yielding vines left thriving in this unique Gimblett gravels terroir, and is only bottled when vintages produce truly exceptional wine for consideration. Upon pouring, the deep-ruby hued wine gradually unfolds fragrant aromatics of cassis, violets and complex wood spices, with graphite, thyme and clove also emerging from the glass. Layers of concentrated flavours are revealed across a medium to full bodied frame, with ripe fruit and hints of black olive and cigar, all wrapped by fine-grained tannins and supportive oak, enhancing texture and richness from start to finish. 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