16-Jan-2018
The Luminary brand is designed by Palliser Estate in Martinborough to service the FMCG market. The wines are usually made from estate fruit, but have incorporated juice from the wider Wairarapa district if demand for the wine exceeds supply. Winemaker Allan Johnson always ensures the wines in this range are true to variety and style, and this has resulted in the wines showing well not only in the market, but also on the judging circuit. Here, I review the new 2017 The Luminary Sauvignon Blanc made from estate Martinborough fruit. Traditionally, Sauvignon Blanc has performed very well for Palliser Estate, so it is no wonder this wine punches above its weight. www.palliser.co.nz
