Marlborough Voltage: Moroki Sauvignon Blanc 2023

Tasting Notes

Radiant pale straw-green in the glass. Aromas burst with gooseberry, lime zest, grapefruit, green apple, grapefruit, jalapeño leaf and lemongrass—a textbook Marlborough explosion. On the palate: juicy, vibrant, medium‑bodied, crisp lime and starfruit, a hint of physalis, finishing with a zingy saline freshness and herbal lift. Pure New Zealand Sauvignon energy.

Meet the Winemaker

Moroki Wine Co. is a Maverick collective of growers across Marlborough and Nelson bringing clean, expressive juice to every bottle. “Moroki” means “ongoing” in Māori—fitting for a wine that’s all about freshness, texture, and terroir without pretension. Think modern Marlborough in a bottle

Wine Specs

• Varietal: 100% Sauvignon Blanc

• Vintage: 2023

• Region: Marlborough, New Zealand (blend of Wairau & Awatere valleys)

• Aging: Stainless steel, sur lie for texture, no oak

• ABV: ~13%

• Bottle Size: 750 ml

• Serving Temp: 8–10 °C / 46–50 °F

Critic Reviews

• Wine Enthusiast: 88 pts — “A firecracker of aromas: lime, grapefruit, black currant leaf and lemon verbena… refreshing and characterful.”
  

• Beverage Tasting Institute via Sommeliers Choice Awards: 94 pts (Silver Medal) — “Vibrant gooseberry, grapefruit and lime aromas; minerally palate with herbal lift.”
  

• Tastings.com (2023/Wairau): 93 pts — “Candied jalapeño, lime zest, green apple, grapefruit and gooseberry… velvet‑bright and benchmark NZ style.”
  

Food Pairings

• Zesty ceviche or coconut-lime fish curry

• Fresh goat‑cheese salad with herbs

• Thai chicken satay or lemongrass mussels

• Veggie stir-fry with herbs or simple grilled seafood

Why You Need This Bottle

Think of Moroki 2023 as bottled sunshine with a kick—tart gooseberry, zingy citrus, herbal pop, all wrapped in crisp acidity and lingering salinity. It’s affordable, crowd‑pleasing, and flexible AF. Patio season in a glass.

Chill it, pop it, sip it—owner level:innen. Free shipping on 6+ bottles or club-member perks await. Add to Cart and bring Marlborough magic home.