Marlborough is recognized everywhere in the world for its distinctive style of Sauvignon Blanc, a fair share of the credit must go to Nobilo. Components are selected from good vineyards in the Wairau and Awatere Valley subregions of Marlborough, on the basis of flavour intensity, varietal character and regional charm, with a view to achieving a complex yet harmonious wine. Grapes are crushed and destemmed, the juices are treated to a minimal amount of skin contact, minimizing unwanted phenolic take up, drained to fermenters and pressed. A variety of yeasts are chosen for their ability to enhance vital Marlborough fruit characters, optimising flavour while enhancing palate weight.