Palliser Estate Pencarrow Sauvignon Blanc 2025

Martinborough is known for its high-quality Pinot Noir, but it also produces many harmonious white wines.

This wine is characterized by pleasant aromas of citrus and herbs, along with a mineral finish.

It is a perfect match for dishes that offer both the savory taste of seafood and the slight bitterness of vegetables, such as a scallop and salmon salad. It also goes great with fried horse mackerel or chicken tempura.

An Exceptionally Balanced SB

While about 80% of New Zealand's Sauvignon Blanc comes from Marlborough, this wine is made in "Martinborough," a region world-renowned for its fine Pinot Noir.

Wines from Martinborough often have nuances distinct from those of Marlborough, and this wine also leaves a somewhat more composed impression.

While it has a firm citrus aroma, rather than a "powerful and fruit-forward wine," it is an elegant style that pairs beautifully with food.

You can strongly perceive flavors of passion fruit and lemon, with a hint of bitterness reminiscent of citrus peel.

The distinct acidity of citrus fruits like lime and lemon is layered with gentle herbal nuances like chervil, making it very pleasant.

This is not just a fruity wine; it has a solid sense of minerality and a feeling of depth.

Recommended Pairings

We recommend pairing it with seafood dishes, such as scallops and salmon.

Also, because this wine has slight bitter citrus notes, it goes well with vegetables that have a bit of bitterness, such as green salads, mizuna, green leaf lettuce, or asparagus.

Scallop and Salmon Salad

Top your usual salad with scallops and salmon. You can enjoy both the umami of the seafood and the bitterness of the greens.

Acqua Pazza

Acqua Pazza, packed with the umami of seafood, tomatoes, garlic, and olive oil, is a foolproof pairing.

Fried Horse Mackerel (Aji-fry)

Wines with noticeable acidity pair exceptionally well with deep-fried dishes.

Chicken Tempura (Toriten)

The crispy batter and the umami of the chicken match the wine perfectly.

About the Winery: "Palliser Estate"

Palliser Estate is a leading winery that has been releasing premium wines in Martinborough, Wairarapa for over 20 years. The first vines were planted in 1984, and the winery was established in 1989.

Since Alan Johnson, now known as a titan of the New Zealand wine world, became chief winemaker in 1991, the winery has received numerous awards both domestically and internationally, including at the London International Wine Challenge.

In their winemaking, they are committed to sustainability across three facets: soil (natural environment), people (local community), and business (corporate responsibility), and are known as pioneers of environmentally conscious viticulture.

Palliser Estate releases two series of wines: "Estate" and "Pencarrow." The "Estate" series primarily uses low-yield grapes from older vines. The "Pencarrow" series is characterized by its reasonable price point while remaining fruity, balanced, and approachable.

About the Wairarapa Region

Wairarapa is located in the southeastern part of New Zealand's North Island and is a popular resort area, partly due to its accessibility, being only about an hour's drive from the capital, Wellington.

The Martinborough sub-region, located within this area, has climate and soil conditions very similar to those of Burgundy, France, and is known as one of the world's top Pinot Noir production areas.

Palliser Estate Pencarrow Sauvignon Blanc 2025