Sweetly perfumed and floral apple blossom aromas with lime and white stone-fruits. Big juicy entry with sweet citrus fruits and some tart apple notes. Nicely textured and lush mid-palate moving to spicy and lingering, mineral finish.

Established in 1916 by Croatian immigrant Josip Babich, Babich Wines is New Zealand’s oldest family-owned winery, renowned for its commitment to sustainability and stylistic finesse. With vineyards spanning Marlborough, Hawke’s Bay, and Auckland, Babich crafts a diverse portfolio—from the flagship Patriarch red blend to crisp, organic Sauvignon Blancs. Their Irongate vineyard in Gimblett Gravels is especially prized, producing elegant Chardonnays and Bordeaux-style reds. Three generations in, Babich continues to blend tradition with innovation, earning global acclaim while staying rooted in family values.