Aurora Cuvée N Sauvignon Blanc 2021

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Sauvignon Blanc

$68.00

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Stone Fruit, Citrus Fruit, Floral, and Mineral,

BODY: Medium
DRYNESS: Dry
ACIDITY: High
TANNIN: Light
ALCOHOL (%): Pronounced (12-14%)

Origin: North Lebanon, Lebanon

Grape Varietals:

Sauvignon Blanc

Winemaking:

Direct Press

Maturation: 0-6 Months Stainless Steel Tanks

Awards:

WESTERN FOOD PAIRING
Oysters, avocado salad, goat's cheese

ASIAN FOOD PAIRING
Sushi, Thai fish cake, Hokkien Mee

Aurora Winery & Vineyards

A modern family owned winery dedicated to producing authentic quality & terroir driven wines, the family started the winery in 2003, named after the village of Aurora in the region of Batroun, North Lebanon

Description

Aurora Cuvée N Sauvignon Blanc 2021

Grape Varietals & Region: 100% Sauvignon Blanc. The fruit is estate grown in vineyards planted back in 2003 in the clay-like limestone terroir of Aoura at 850 metres altitude from the Mediterranean sea.

Taste Profile: Aurora Cuvée N Sauvignon Blanc opens with a discrete nose of melon, grapefruit citrus and gooseberries. Fresh mouthfeel thanks to its crisp and vibrant acidity on the palate. Notes of yellow fruits and wet stones lead into a lingering mineral finish.

Winemaking Process: Careful selection and handpicking of the grapes in the beginning of September. Fermentation in chilled stainless steel tanks to maintain the natural fruit aromas. Filtering and bottling 4 months after harvest.

Dry & Yeasty Whites

Open tank fermentation, lees stirring, pumping over and racking can all play a role during vinification, while oxidative aging in allows gradual air contact with the wine. Oak barrels & concrete tanks are most often used for such styles, and the more intense styles are often made under flor

Expect notes of yeasty umami notes, as well as almon, dried apricot, and salinity