Reviews & Ratings

2009 Spy Valley Wines Sauvignon Blanc

Winery: Spy Valley Wines

Vintage: 2009

Wine Name/Vineyard:

Wine Category: Sauvignon Blanc

Grape blend: 100% Sauvignon Blanc

Bottle size: 750 ml

Region: Marlborough

State or country: New Zealand

Price: $15

Cases produced: 8,000

KWG Score: 89.5 (based on 4 reviews)

Ken's Wine Rating: Very Good+ (90)

Review date: April 24, 2011

Wine Review: This light yellow colored Sauvignon Blanc is a classic New Zealand styled wine. It opens with a very ripe grapefruit bouquet with a hint a lime. On the palate, this wine is medium bodied, slightly acidic, and fruit forward. The flavor profile is a tasty ripe ruby grapefruit with a touch a lime. The finish is dry and very refreshing. It would pair well with a spiral ham with a brown sugar glaze and sliced pineapple. Enjoy - Ken

Winemaker Notes: Pale straw color. Lifted by fruit aromas of passionfruit and grapefruit with a background citrus character. Complex mineral and sweet pea notes add interest. Generous and supple with abundant tropical fruit flavors. Initial fruit sweetness is balanced by fine acidity to leave a mouth-watering finish.

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