March 2026 2 Whites – Everyday
VINTAGE 2019
The 2019 vintage is considered very good. The summer was warm and dry, with rain only twice (once in July and once in August). September temperatures were average for the time of year, and white grapes were harvested at the beginning of the month. The 2019 wines are high quality and very interesting. They have intense colors, an excellent aromatic expression, and a very nice freshness.
MARTIENA Toscana Bianco I.G.T.
“Martiena” is the name of the road leading to the Dei family estate, the family villa, and the vineyard where white grapes were once grown in front of the winery. The Cantine Dei’s white wine inherited this name.
TASTING NOTES
Martiena is a pleasantly crisp wine with a lively straw color. It has complex aromas of fresh tropical fruit and white and yellow flowers. It has good minerality and a nice structure.
GRAPE VARIETIES
This wine is a blend of indigenous and international grapes.
VINIFICATION
The process involves destemming-crushing, soft pressing, and spontaneous fermentation in stainless steel at a controlled temperature.
MATURATION
The wine matures for 3 months in stainless steel and 6 months in the bottle.
AGEING POTENTIAL
The ageing potential is about 3 years.
AVERAGE ANNUAL PRODUCTION
The average annual production is 10,000 bottles.
CONTACT INFORMATION
Az. Maria Caterina Dei
Via Martiena 35, 53045 Montepulciano, (Siena) – Italy
+39 0578 716878
+39 0578 758680
info@cantinedei.com
THE BETTER HALF NZ 2025 SAUVIGNON BLANC
COLOUR
Pale yellow.
NOSE
Heady aromas of elderflower and guava leap from the glass, along with notes of fresh cut grass and citrus.
PALATE
A smooth, juicy palate combines delicious layers of citrus with floral and stone fruit notes, and a vibrant pop of guava. The finish is long and succulent, bursting with energy and expressive charm.
WINEMAKING NOTES
The 2025 Marlborough season was generally dry and warm. A mild spring and early summer encouraged naturally high yields, which required intensive vineyard management to maintain balance and fruit quality. Despite cooler temperatures after Christmas, the fruit ripened beautifully. The first Sauvignon Blanc was picked on March 17th, which was remarkably similar to the first pick of the 2024 vintage. Harvest unfolded at a measured pace, allowing for optimal, unhurried picking decisions. The fruit came in clean, ripe, and in excellent condition, with vibrant acidity and beautifully developed flavors. The resulting wines show outstanding purity, concentration, and varietal expression.
FOOD MATCH
Enjoy al fresco with fresh shellfish with a squeeze of lime, or a fresh seasonal salad. For something more substantial, pair it with more robust Thai or Vietnamese flavored dishes.
CELLARING
Best enjoyed while young and fresh. However, cellaring this wine for 1–2 years will be well rewarded.
WINE ANALYSIS
- Alc: 13.26%
- pH: 3.29
- TA: 6.37g/L
- RS: 2.0g/L
CONTACT INFORMATION
INFO@THEBETTERHALFWINE.COM
LOCATION
Marlborough, New Zealand
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