Markus Schneider Kaitui Sauvignon Blanc

A Sauvignon Blanc from the Palatinate that shows what limestone soils can bring out of this grape variety — aromatically dense, juicy and with a long finish.

Kaitui means "tailor" in Māori — a tribute from winemaker Markus Schneider to New Zealand, the country that redefined Sauvignon Blanc worldwide. His vines in the Palatinate grow on higher-altitude, cool limestone soils that offer the variety similar conditions to those in the best Marlborough sites: good drainage, mineral character, and slow ripening.

On the nose, citrus peel, gooseberry, and ripe yellow melon, with a hint of exotic fruit—passion fruit and pineapple. On the palate, juicy and vibrant, with dense aromatics and a long, fresh finish without excessive spice.

• Food options: Grilled goat cheese, asparagus with hollandaise sauce, seafood, or Asian cuisine with coconut milk
• Temperature: 10–12 °C
• Occasion: Summer evening, aperitif, uncomplicated everyday wine with character