| Rating | 90 |
| Style | White |
| Variety | Sauvignon Blanc |
| Vintage | 2022 |
| Appellation |
Hawke's Bay New Zealand |
| ABV | 13% |
| Price | $24.00 |
| Print Shelf Talker | |
| Reviewed By | |
| Reviewed | 2024-03-19 |
Perfect For
All-Day Sipping, Relaxing After Work, Weekday Dinner Pairings
Drink If You Like
Albariño, Melon de Bourgogne , Sauvignon Blanc
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Hawke's Bay is a region on the east coast of New Zealand's North Island that offers a warm climate with moderating influence from the nearby sea. It's renowned for its red Bordeaux-inspired blends and peppery Syrah, but this Sauvignon Blanc expression shows the potential for this grape here as well. It has aromas of lemongrass and juicy guava on the nose, and the palate brings tart citrus notes and a refreshing acidity. It packs a punch of fruit intensity that's typical of New Zealand, but it manages to maintain great balance.
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