TASTING NOTES ROAD VINEYARD 7 DOMAIN BANNOCKBURN CENTRAL
ESTATE SINGLE 8 YEALANDS VINEYARD MARLBOROUGH
SCOTT MARLBOROUGH 9 ALLAN SAUVIGNON BLANC 2018
An elegant SB bouquet with a core of minerality leading to aromas and flavours of apple and grapefruit, lemon and white peach. Dry, firm youthful textures, some lees-like residue and natural ferment suggestions both adding depth and mouth feel. Length, tense and youthful finish. A wine for the long term. Decant and enjoy now or open from the cellar in late 2019 through 2025. Points 93 RRP $23.00 Distributor: Co Pilot Phone: (09) 412 9137 www.domainroad.co.nz
Bright, fresh and pure aromatics of Sauvignon Blanc with fresh lemon and green apple, a savoury gentle herb layer and whisper of white spice. Dry on the palate with flavours matching the nose, perhaps a little more fresh herb. Plenty of refreshing acidity, a core of pure fruit and long finish. A lovely example. Drink now and through 2021. Points 93 RRP $22.95 Distributor: Yealands Wine Group Phone: (09) 920 2880 www.Yealands.co.nz
Pungent, fruity and forward with an abundance of crushed herbs, grapefruit and green apple. Softly spoken spice moments and a steely stony mineral layer adds vibrancy and authenticity. Lush, fruity, packed with apple and citrus flavours, refreshing acid line and light weight on the palate. Balanced well made, reliable and fun! Drink now and through 2020. Points 92 RRP $18.00 Distributor: Hancocks Wine, Spirits & Beer Merchants Phone: (03) 572 9054 www.allanscott.com
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HILLS BEAUTIFUL NORTH 10 WAIPARA 11 MT MARLBOROUGH SAUVIGNON CANTERBURY SAUVIGNON BLANC 2017
BLANC 2017
Vibrant fruity bouquet with a mix of varietal aromas from fresh apple and lemon to grapefruit, peach and mango. Some sweeter freshly pressed herb and a hint of fruit spice. Lush, fresh and juicy on the palate with flavours that reflect the nose; abundant fresh acidity, some stony mineral moments and lengthy finish. Balanced and well made. Drink now and through 2019. Points 92 RRP $21.90 Distributor: Hancocks Wine, Spirits & Beer Merchants Phone: 0800 699 463 www.waiparahills.co.nz
Strong varietal bouquet with fresh citrus, apple and raw tropical fruit scents. A distinctive line of minerality with a chalk-like suggestion. Dry, mineral, fruity and classically herbal with a fresh basil note. High acidity tempered with a core of fruit flavours. Drink now and through 2023. Points 92 RRP $23.00 Distributor: Negociants Phone: (027) 233 5588 www.mtbeautiful.co.nz
Classic bouquet of Marlborough with aromas and flavours of mango and passionfruit, apple and citrus. A decent level of fresh herb and jalapeno spice. Lush, juicy and fruity and classic on the palate with a just dry finish. Balanced, fresh and well made. Drink now and through 2021. Points 91 RRP $22.99 Distributor: EuroVintage Phone: (03) 572 8489 www.hunters.co.nz
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MARLBOROUGH 12 HUNTER’S SAUVIGNON BLANC 2017
