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The bouquet showcases classic herbaceous, citrus and subtle tropical aromas with mineral focus, creating an inviting and sophisticated aromatic profile.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003ePalate\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eJuicy and mouthwatering, featuring a saline thread that enhances flavours of preserved lemon and stone fruits. A refined texture adds length and persistence, all balanced by naturally vibrant acidity. The palate delivers concentrated flavours with mid-palate weight and texture from clay soils, making this Sauvignon Blanc a sophisticated and refreshing choice for discerning palates.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Catalina Sounds","offers":[{"title":"1 Bottle","offer_id":28843461955,"sku":"RAWCAT19","price":26.66,"currency_code":"AUD","in_stock":true},{"title":"12 Bottle Case","offer_id":41435154022509,"sku":"RAWCAT19-12","price":319.89,"currency_code":"AUD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/1421\/5622\/products\/catsvb15-6_1_default-large.jpg?v=1737109687"},{"product_id":"catalina-sounds-pinot-gris","title":"Catalina Sounds Pinot Gris 2025","description":"\u003cp\u003eThe fruit for this wine was sourced from the Pinot Gris block in the Catalina Sounds vineyard. Although a hot summer and some frost damage to the fruit resulted in low crop turn-over, the fruit still maintained a good concentration of flavour. 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Taken on its own, this Pinot Gris is still a lovely quaff.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Catalina Sounds","offers":[{"title":"1 Bottle","offer_id":28843466755,"sku":"RAWCATPG18","price":30.91,"currency_code":"AUD","in_stock":true},{"title":"12 Bottle Case","offer_id":41435154088045,"sku":"RAWCATPG18-12","price":370.87,"currency_code":"AUD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/1421\/5622\/products\/catpgr14_1_default-large.jpg?v=1689244083"},{"product_id":"catalina-sounds-pinot-noir","title":"Catalina Sounds Pinot Noir 2023","description":"\u003cp\u003eA bit brooding at first. Baking spices, blueberry and cassis, reveal lifted red fruits and cinnamon, wrapped up in toasty oak. 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It also allowed picking decisions to be made in the vineyard on flavour and reaching optimum ripeness. Gentle approach to wine-making brings a different expression of Sauvignon Blanc. The wine shows reserved aromas of ripe citrus peel, stonefruit, lanolin and flint. 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A stunning wine that will reward time in the cellar.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Catalina Sounds","offers":[{"title":"1 Bottle","offer_id":40040126677101,"sku":"RAWCATPN18","price":41.99,"currency_code":"AUD","in_stock":true},{"title":"6 Bottle Case","offer_id":41435137540205,"sku":"RAWCATPN18-6","price":251.94,"currency_code":"AUD","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/1421\/5622\/products\/sowpno20_1_default-large.jpg?v=1650989725"},{"product_id":"catalina-sounds-sound-of-white-chardonnay","title":"Catalina Sounds 'Sound of White' Chardonnay 2021","description":"\u003cp\u003eNew Zealand's Catalina water planes (known as flying boats) played a vital role across the South Pacific during and after World War II. Catalina Sounds pays homage to this plane and the beauty of the Marlborough Sounds where it served and made its home. 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