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• White Wine

  2024 Sauvignon Blanc, Main Divide by Pegasus Bay

  £1875

  Main Divide is the second label of Pegasus Bay Winery, a family-owned estate situated in North Canterbury, New Zealand. The winery is renowned for producing wines that express the unique terroir of the region, characterised by its cool climate and diverse soils. The 2024 Sauvignon Blanc is crafted from grapes sourced from the Te Hau vineyard on Georges Road and a local North Canterbury grower.

  The 2024 Main Divide Sauvignon Blanc displays a pale lemon hue. The nose is vibrant, offering a medley of grapefruit, lemongrass, jalapeño, and passionfruit, accented by citrus blossom and crushed thyme. As these aromas settle, a steely, mineral undertone emerges. On the palate, the wine is tightly coiled, exhibiting a zesty and energetic mouthfeel with vibrant acidity that flows through to a lengthy, salivating finish.

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• White Wine

  2021 Sauvignon Blanc, Pegasus Bay

  £2295

  The 2021 Sauvignon Blanc from Pegasus Bay is a benchmark expression of New Zealand’s North Canterbury region, vibrant, layered, and undeniably sophisticated. Pegasus Bay was established in 1986 by Ivan and Christine Donaldson, pioneers of viticulture in the Waipara Valley, with Ivan having planted one of the region’s first vineyards a decade earlier. Today, this family-run estate is guided by the second generation, with all four Donaldson sons involved in various aspects of the business. Their commitment to quality and site expression has earned Pegasus Bay a reputation as one of New Zealand’s most respected producers.

  In the glass, the 2021 Sauvignon Blanc is immediately captivating. The bouquet is vibrant and expressive, offering a heady medley of tropical and citrus aromas: passionfruit, pineapple, and grapefruit are layered with lemon peel, green apple, and a subtle flinty note. On the palate, it delivers both energy and depth, juicy yet precise, with bright acidity and finely balanced phenolics that add structure and persistence. The mouthfeel is textural and dynamic, evolving into a long, mineral-driven finish that leaves a lasting impression.

  The vineyard lies on the free-draining, north-facing Glasnevin Gravels of Waipara Valley, sheltered by the Teviotdale Range and blessed with warm days and cool nights. This unique mesoclimate, combined with low-fertility soils, naturally limits yields and promotes the development of intensely flavoured, well-structured fruit. The vines, many over 35 years old and planted on their own roots, deliver a Sauvignon Blanc that is both aromatic and texturally complex.

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• Dessert Wine

  2019 ‘Finale’ Semillon / Sauvignon Blanc, Pegasus Bay

  £2650

  Pegasus Bay, located in North Canterbury’s Waipara Valley, is a benchmark New Zealand winery founded by the Donaldson family and known for its dedication to crafting wines of character and longevity.

  ‘Finale’ is a botrytised dessert wine made only in exceptional vintages when late-season conditions allow noble rot to develop. Inspired by the great wines of Sauternes and crafted using traditional Bordeaux techniques, ‘Finale’ is a richly expressive blend of Semillon and Sauvignon Blanc. Only the most beautifully raisined, botrytis-affected grapes are hand-selected, gently pressed, and vinified in French oak barriques (50% new). Fermented and matured on lees for 12 months before blending and bottling, ‘Finale’ is a testament to both patience and precision in winemaking.

  The 2019 ‘Finale’ glows a radiant golden hue, immediately hinting at its opulence. The bouquet is captivating, an elegant mosaic of ripe apricot, lemon curd, and crystallised ginger, layered with aromas of honeysuckle, dried mango, and a delicate wisp of baking spice. The influence of noble rot is profound, lending a luscious, honeyed richness to the palate. Semillon contributes weight and structure, while Sauvignon Blanc offers a bright thread of acidity, bringing freshness and lift to the wine’s luxurious texture. Intensely flavoured yet perfectly poised, the finish is persistent and graceful, echoing notes of citrus zest and toasted brioche. A rare and memorable sweet wine that balances decadence with finesse, the 2019 Finale is built to age beautifully.

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