Dog Point "Section 94" Sauvignon Blanc 2019

Unlike most Marlborough Sauvignon Blancs, which are made for early drinking and crisp fruit purity, Dog Point Section 94 is crafted as a serious, age-worthy white. The 2019 vintage is hand-picked from old vines in a single, organically farmed parcel. It undergoes wild fermentation in old French oak barrels, then ages on full lees for 18 months—without any fining or filtration. This approach results in a richly textural, complex wine with savoury depth and far more restraint than the region's typical style.

Bouquet
Strikingly layered and savoury. Aromas of flint, ripe citrus, white peach, and smoky grapefruit mingle with dried herbs, beeswax, and subtle nutty oak.

Palate
Textural and bold. A core of preserved lemon, grapefruit pith, and ripe nectarine is wrapped in creamy lees, bright acidity, and mineral drive. Wild and intense, with a long, structured finish that carries notes of hazelnut, smoke, and saline complexity.

Food Pairing
Perfect with wood-roasted chicken, grilled crayfish, goat’s cheese tart, or herbed pork loin. Also ideal with umami-driven dishes like miso eggplant or mushroom risotto.

Cellaring
Built for ageing. Drink now through 2030 to watch the wine evolve beautifully in bottle, gaining further savoury and nutty dimensions.

Interesting Fact
What makes Section 94 different from typical Sauvignon Blanc is its wild yeast fermentation, barrel ageing, and absence of stainless steel—resulting in a style that’s closer to white Bordeaux or fine Sancerre than the bright, tropical norm of Marlborough. It’s Sauvignon Blanc reimagined.

Size: 750ml
ABV: 13.5%