The flavor of apricot in wine of South Island
Discover the of South Island wines revealing the of apricot flavor during the olphactive analysis (nose) and during the gustative analysis (mouth).
More information on of South Island flavors
New Zealand's southern island, cradle of the country's great wines. Sauvignon Blanc signature in Marlborough (~80% of national vineyard): explosive and tropical with grapefruit, passion fruit, boxwood, cut grass and mineral touch — global benchmark. Pinot Noir star in Central Otago (among the most southerly) and Waipara: airy with cherry, raspberry, undergrowth, thyme. Taut Riesling, precise Chardonnay, floral Pinot Gris.
Aromatic, chiselled style.
The word of the wine: Varietal
Said of wine aromas that are reminiscent of fresh grapes. The most demonstrative example is certainly that of wines made from the Muscat grape variety.
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What are the typical grape varieties with flavor d'apricot of South Island?
- SauvignonIn 15% of wines with flavor d'apricot
- ChardonnayIn 10% of wines with flavor d'apricot
- RieslingIn 7% of wines with flavor d'apricot
- Pinot grisIn 3% of wines with flavor d'apricot
- Pinot noirIn 3% of wines with flavor d'apricot
- GewurztraminerIn 1% of wines with flavor d'apricot