Yealands Estate Sauvignon Blanc 2009
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- Winery:
- Yealands Estate
- Region:
- New Zealand > Marlborough
- Varietal:
- Sauvignon Blanc
- Type:
- White Wine
Review Highlights
This wine's winery: Learn more about Yealands Estate
This wine's region: Learn more about Marlborough
This wine's varietal: Learn about Sauvignon Blanc wines
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"Bright nose of lime, grapefruit and other citrus, with grassy gooseberry notes."
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"lovely wine with a nice bouquet and nice on the palate."
Winemakers Notes
Intense lifted mineral and fresh herb characters on the nose. The palateis well structured and elegant; intense mineral characters, with layers of blackcurrant, nettle and wet stone with a lingering zesty citrus finish.
What to Expect
Sauvignon Blanc has a long history in France, and is even one of the parents of the most famous grape of all, Cabernet Sauvignon. Though having achieved high levels of acceptance and popularity in France, Sauvignon Blanc was more commonly associated with specific regions or villages, Pouilly Fume for example. With its arrival in new Zealand, and the country's ability to draw out a level of intensity from the grape, it was poised for bigger and better things. New Zealand's Sauvignon Blanc is often suggested as an alternative to Chardonnay. Its incredibly bright flavor, snappy acidity and fresh, easy feel are a perfect contrast to the rich, buttery full-bodied style of Chardonnay that is most popular. The citrus, pineapple and kiwi fruit tones most common in New Zealand's Sauvignon Blanc are paired with intensely green aromatics that recall gooseberries, freshly cut grass, and jalapenos, offering an unusual and unusually compelling blend of savory and sweet that has found a huge following.
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User Reviews
Another great example (for me) of Marlborough sauv blanc! Bright nose of lime, grapefruit and other citrus, with grassy gooseberry notes. Nice floral character and tart acidity keeps it interesting.
- Tasted at Marché Bacchus 8/21/10
Suggested Recipe Pairings
Parsnip Purée
Tomato-and-Cucumber Salad
