Origin: Marlborough, New Zealand
Blend: Sauvignon Blanc (100%)
Alcohol Content: 13.0%
Bottle Closure: Screw Cap
Purchase Date: September 2009
Purchase Price: $9.99
Our review: Light straw, this wine exhibits fresh grassy, vegetal aromas with significant citrus notes. Initially slightly tart on the palate, slightly sweet tropical fruit flavors emerge to provide good balance. A minerality develops into the finish, which is long and crisp.
Our rating: This is a fine example of this varietal from New Zealand, and attractively priced. Serve with appetizers or a crisp salad topped with grilled chicken. Allowing the wine to remain open a few minutes before serving improves its overall complexity. Our rating: Above Average, nearly Excellent.
Taste profile from the winemaker: "A pale straw colour, this classically styled wine shows lifted melon, citrus and fresh tropical notes on the nose. These flavours follow through to the richly structured palate which has a long crisp finish."
Winery website: Vavasour Wines.
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