Sauvignon blanc that has rested on yeast lees or been partially barrel-fermented generally has more texture, complexity and interest than those just fermented in stainless steel tanks then bottled.
BEST VALUE
$20
Four stars (out of five)
Good value
A rich, mouth-filling wine, oozing melon, guava, citrus and tropical fruit, with a hint of mineral, wood smoke, and nuts. It is complex with a crisp, well-balanced finish.
BEST VALUE
$20
Four stars
Good value
Aromas suggesting fresh peas, mint and celery morph into ripe, tropical fruit flavours - passionfruit, guava and citrus - in the mouth and the finish is well balanced, crisp and dry.
$26
Four stars
Average value
Fragrant with floral hints and passionfruit, this is stylish, textural, and complex with nutty undertones supporting the ripe fruit, and has a crisp, lively finish.
$22
Three and a half stars
Average value
Fragrant and zesty with attractive ripe fruit, assertive acidity and a lingering aftertaste.
$22
Three and a half stars
Average value
Aromas suggesting raindrops on hot gravel, lively fruit on the palate with hints of gooseberry and nuts, and a crisp, assertive finish with a long aftertaste.
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$24
Four stars
Good value
Hints of fresh asparagus and courgettes with mineral undertones, lively sweet fruit and a light nuttiness with a crisp intensity on the finish.
