PnP, but better after 10 minutes of slo-ox, chilled. A clear, light straw yellow. The nose and palate are dominated by grapefruit along with some grass and herbs. The acidity is quite lively, making this an excellent palate cleanser. It lacked some of the complexity of other NZ Sauvignon Blancs, but was "true to itself". Should hold for another several years.
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Juicy, fruity, and herbal maybe the three best words since the first nose was sooooo intense, and a lot can be derived from the smell alone. It’s lighter bodied, but highly acidic and dry. Zero signs of oak in the palate. Lengthy and mouth watering; residual sugar is evident as the mouth adjusts to the acidity. I wouldn’t keep it it my cellar for aging, though.
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Not as complex as the better NZ sauvignon blanc wines. Fresh citrus and acid make it refreshing. This one probably won't last long. This bottle was overwhelmed by a 2009 Eradus Sauvignon Blanc that we poured at the same dinner.
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Amazing grassy aromas with a tropical palate that reminds me of what green melon blended with grass might taste like. Medium bodied with a soft long finish. Maybe the best Sauvignon Blanc I have every tried.
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1/24/2022 - LightDancer wrote: 86 Points
Didn't stand up to a gumbo dinner. The overwhelming taste was grapefruit. Lacking varietal character.
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10/8/2021 - battytaxicab Likes this wine: 89 Points
Crisp and acidic. A citrusy, grapefruit bomb!
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7/22/2021 - VlgJeff wrote: 85 Points
PnP, but better after 10 minutes of slo-ox, chilled. A clear, light straw yellow. The nose and palate are dominated by grapefruit along with some grass and herbs. The acidity is quite lively, making this an excellent palate cleanser. It lacked some of the complexity of other NZ Sauvignon Blancs, but was "true to itself". Should hold for another several years.
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4/3/2021 - Tyrone L. Likes this wine: 89 Points
Juicy, fruity, and herbal maybe the three best words since the first nose was sooooo intense, and a lot can be derived from the smell alone. It’s lighter bodied, but highly acidic and dry. Zero signs of oak in the palate. Lengthy and mouth watering; residual sugar is evident as the mouth adjusts to the acidity. I wouldn’t keep it it my cellar for aging, though.
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3/28/2021 - LightDancer wrote: 86 Points
Not as complex as the better NZ sauvignon blanc wines. Fresh citrus and acid make it refreshing. This one probably won't last long. This bottle was overwhelmed by a 2009 Eradus Sauvignon Blanc that we poured at the same dinner.
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2/8/2021 - thuglasyee wrote: 90 Points
Zippy and refreshing, vibrant with energy. Grapefruit and guava.
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2/5/2021 - Wayno the Wino Does not like this wine: 80 Points
Lifeless...I was disappointed. I do not remember a less interesting wine.
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2/1/2021 - Patrick_Purcell Likes this wine: 85 Points
Aromas of tropical fruit and green apple. Strong lemon peel (maybe a Granny Smith apple) flavors and a very pleasant crisp finish.
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12/21/2020 - Sebastian_AF Likes this wine: 93 Points
Beautiful aromatics, grass, kiwi, tropical fruit.
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10/27/2020 - Wayno the Wino Likes this wine: 88 Points
Classic. Dead on point for the style and region.
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9/11/2020 - mpsocal wrote: 87 Points
Average stuff melon on the nose with a floral taste.
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6/12/2020 - DOCGLO Likes this wine: 92 Points
Amazing grassy aromas with a tropical palate that reminds me of what green melon blended with grass might taste like. Medium bodied with a soft long finish. Maybe the best Sauvignon Blanc I have every tried.
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