origin: New Zealand

Jade Cove Sauvignon Blanc 2016

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Jade Cove
Varietal: Sauvignon Blanc
Vintage: 2016
Country of Origin: New Zealand
Appellation: Marlborough
Retail Price: $17.99

Tasting Notes: The lemon and lime notes dominate this bright and bold sauvignon blanc, with its high acidity and powerful mouth feel rounding everything out. No shortage of power or wow factor, this pure fruit-driven Marlborough wine is a picture perfect example of rich-yet-fresh and approachable wine.
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Cottesbrook Sauvignon Blanc 2016

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Cottesbrook
Varietal: Sauvignon Blanc
Vintage: 2016
Country of Origin: New Zealand
Appellation: Marlborough
Retail Price: $16.99

Tasting Notes: The lime and passion fruit-heavy flavors deliver a clean and elegant New Zealand sauvignon blanc with the 10% barrel-aging treatment giving a structural element that complements the fruit. This more serious wine from Marlborough is a refreshing, complex and elegant “step up” from the well-known standards.
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Spy Valley Sauvignon Blanc 2014

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Spy Valley
Varietal: Sauvignon Blanc
Vintage: 2014
Country of Origin: New Zealand
Appellation: Marlborough
Retail Price: $30

Tasting Notes: Classic New Zealand sauvignon blanc. Gooseberries and red grapefruit dominate the nose. Full bodied and smooth. Good acidity and balance. Rich, viscous mouthfeel.
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Silver Beach Sauvignon Blanc 2013

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Silver Beach
Varietal: Sauvignon Blanc
Vintage: 2013
Country of Origin: New Zealand
Appellation: Marlborough
Retail Price: $15

Tasting Notes: Aromas of passion fruit and grapefruit with plenty of citrus and melon flavors shining throughout. Crisp and concentrated. Works well with Asian cuisine.
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Mudhouse Sauvignon Blanc 2014

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Mudhouse
Varietal: Sauvignon Blanc
Vintage: 2014
Country of Origin: New Zealand
Appellation: Marlborough
Retail Price: $13

Tasting Notes: Grapefruit, mineral and grass. Lip-smacking thirst quencher. Great with goat cheese appetizers.
Mudhouse Sauvignon Blanc 2014

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Grey Rock Sauvignon Blanc 2014

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Grey Rock
Varietal: Sauvignon Blanc
Vintage: 2014
Country of Origin: New Zealand
Appellation: Marlborough
Retail Price: $19

Tasting Notes: Fragrant notes of lime, pear and minerals that are reminiscent of a cool ocean breeze; it possesses delightful flavors of citrus, passion fruit, and almonds that linger all the way through to the crisp finish.
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Grey Rock Sauvignon Blanc 2014

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Grey Rock
Fanciful Name: Reserve
Varietal: Sauvignon Blanc
Vintage: 2014
Country of Origin: New Zealand
Appellation: Marlborough
Retail Price: $26

Tasting Notes: Charming aromas and flavors of lemon, tart orange, and gooseberries; this vibrant, layered sauvignon blanc is a joy to drink all the way through to its harmonious finish.
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Governors Bay Sauvignon Blanc 2014

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Governors Bay
Varietal: Sauvignon Blanc
Vintage: 2014
Country of Origin: New Zealand
Appellation: Marlborough
Retail Price: $17

Tasting Notes: Dried apricot and honeysuckle add complexity to the passion fruit and citrus fruit flavors. It possesses a gratifyingly crisp finish that is pure, clean and just plain delicious.
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Brancott Estate Sauvignon Blanc 2013

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Brancott Estate
Fanciful Name: The Original Marlborough
Varietal: Sauvignon Blanc
Vintage: 2013
Country of Origin: New Zealand
Appellation: Marlborough
Retail Price: $13

Tasting Notes: Pale straw in color with green highlights. Grapefruit and passion fruit taste with a crisp and refreshing finish. Good with grilled oysters, white fish or Mediterranean dishes.
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Whitehaven Sauvignon Blanc 2014

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Whitehaven
Varietal: Sauvignon Blanc
Vintage: 2014
Country of Origin: New Zealand
Appellation: Marlborough
Retail Price: $19

Tasting Notes: Pale gold in the glass, this is a delicious example of a New Zealand sauvignon blanc. Citrus fruit is accented by typical grassiness. Fresh and bright on the palate; the finish is long and balanced.
Whitehaven Sauvignon Blanc 2014

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Mt. Beautiful Chardonnay 2014

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Mt. Beautiful
Varietal: Chardonnay
Vintage: 2014
Country of Origin: New Zealand
Appellation: Canterbury
Retail Price: $19

Tasting Notes: This will draw attention to the lovely Chardonnays produced in New Zealand that haven’t received accolades they deserve. From certified-sustainable vineyards, this is a rather New World/Old World style. It has nuances of wildflowers, mineral and under-ripe fruit on the nose. These nuances continue on the palate, but then fruit flavors become lush and mouth filling. The finish is long and lively with racy sweet/tart acidity and a hint of lemon/grapefruit. Pair this with pork or fowl with a fruit glaze, or enjoy it as an aperitif.
Mt. Beautiful Chardonnay 2014

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Loveblock Sauvignon Blanc 2013

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Loveblock
Varietal: Sauvignon Blanc
Vintage: 2013
Country of Origin: New Zealand
Appellation: Marlborough
Retail Price: $24

Tasting Notes: This new effort from Kim Crawford’s hilltop vineyards has a welcoming appeal. It is not the one-note, citrus/grapefruit style that pervades New Zealand sauvignon blancs, but rather a lush, aromatic quaff with notes of passion fruit, peach and mandarin orange. A perfect accompaniment to Thai dishes, sushi and soft-shell crabs.
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