Dashwood Marlborough Sauvignon Blanc 2025

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This wine is a quite famous brand in New Zealand.

The label features a red flower, which has become the iconic symbol of Dashwood.

The tree that bears this flower is called "Pohutukawa", and it is nicknamed "Christmas tree" in New Zealand because it blooms around Christmas in midsummer.

Dashwood continues to release typical Marlborough flavors at relatively reasonable prices, making it a staple brand likely to be found on supermarket shelves throughout the country.

This Sauvignon Blanc truly embodies the "taste of New Zealand, Marlborough", with a triple harmony of "passionfruit, grapefruit, and herbs" in its aroma and flavor.

The acidity is not too strong, and there's a hint of mellowness in the aftertaste. It's a fruit-forward wine that you'd want to drink well-chilled on a hot day.

Dishes to pair with...

• White fish or shrimp carpaccio sprinkled with herbs
• Stir-fried pork and shishito peppers with herbs
• Fried scallops, fried squid (with ponzu sauce)
• Chicken cutlet (preferably with rock salt)

It also pairs well with Yurinchi (fried chicken with soy sauce dressing) and fish and chips.

While many wineries in New Zealand practice sustainable winemaking, Dashwood is also at the forefront of these efforts.

For example, coexisting with sheep.

By grazing sheep in the vineyards, the need for mowers is reduced, and sheep manure acts as a natural fertilizer, enriching the soil.

Furthermore, while many wineries import bottles from overseas, Dashwood uses domestically manufactured recycled glass.

The label paper is made from sugarcane bagasse.

And the more than 50 solar panels installed on the winery's roof contribute significantly to reducing energy use from the power grid.

Their philosophy is not just to be "casual and delicious," but to "create that taste for a long time." Therefore, they strive to make wine in the most sustainable way possible.

I believe this winery's philosophy is reflected in the initiatives mentioned above.

About the Winery "Dashwood"

"Dashwood" is one of the sister brands of "Vavasour," a winery that has been around since the 1980s.

Originally created with the American market in mind, it is now widely distributed both domestically and internationally, and in Japan, it is known as a casual Marlborough wine.

Winemaker Stu Marfell, who was born and raised in the Marlborough region, is a producer full of local pride, having been quick to adopt initiatives such as reducing electricity consumption through solar power and reducing CO2 emissions, driven by his desire to preserve the wonderful local nature for future generations.

This wine is certified by "Sustainable Winegrowing New Zealand," and efforts are continuously being made to reduce and eliminate processes that impact the environment. Furthermore, they are actively involved in recycling waste from the vineyards and recycling products such as bottles and cartons.

About the Marlborough Region

Marlborough is the heart of New Zealand's wine region.

With abundant sunshine and significant temperature fluctuations within a day, it boasts favorable natural conditions for grape growing, producing over 80% of New Zealand's wine.

Among these, Sauvignon Blanc, characterized by its crisp acidity and abundant fruitiness, boasts an overwhelming production volume and is widely loved globally as a unique character. For red wines, Pinot Noir, with its charming rich berry fruit flavors, is popular.

Dashwood Marlborough Sauvignon Blanc 2025

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