The Basics:
- Grape Variety - Sauvignon Blanc
- Country of Origin - New Zealand
- Region of Origin - Marlborough, South Island
- Vintage Year - 2021
- Price - $10.99 for a half bottle
Vivino Review:
"Pale straw with green edges and aromas of citrus and tropical fruits with floral herb notes. On the palate juicy apricot, peach, and grapefruit with lemon zest, classic New Zealand Sauvignon Blanc. Vivid acidity and spice compliment this well-balanced wine to a medium finish." (Sipping Fine Wine)
Wine Folly Reference (165 - 166):
The wine is a unique white wine with strong herbaceous flavors that are derived from compounds called methoxypyrazines (which are found in bell peppers). Main flavor notes include gooseberry, honeydew, grapefruit, white peach, and passion fruit; while New Zealand's Sauvignon Blancs also has notes of kiwi, pea shoot, jasmine, and ripe pear.
My Review:
The chilled wine was super bright and smelled like grapefruit, blueberry, and orange blossom (which lines up with some of the notes from the review and Wine Folly). The wine had tasting notes of more grapefruit, hibiscus, white peach, and a rosy floral note at the finish. It wasn't overly dry, and with a slight touch of sweetness, the wine was really well-balanced.
The wine was light and easy to drink, especially with its flavor notes. I really liked this combination of the tropical florals and fruits in the wine, and I would be interested to try other wines like this from other parts of the world.
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