90
Pale gold in the glass, the oak ageing of this one is instantly recognizable. The nose is quite intense, white notes of papaya, mango, clementine, peach, a hint of fresh cut grass and green pea, and minerality. It's dry and medium bodied with medium+ acid and intensity and a creamy mouthfeel. The flavours replay on the palate with the ripe tropical fruit at the forefront along with a bit of honey and spice. This is not only a seriously good value, but also an excellent example of what barrel ageing can do for sauvignon blanc. Tasted January 2014
90
Pale gold in the glass, the oak ageing of this one is instantly recognizable. The nose is quite intense, white notes of papaya, mango, clementine, peach, a hint of fresh cut grass and green pea, and minerality. It's dry and medium bodied with medium+ acid and intensity and a creamy mouthfeel. The flavours replay on the palate with the ripe tropical fruit at the forefront along with a bit of honey and spice. This is not only a seriously good value, but also an excellent example of what barrel ageing can do for sauvignon blanc. Tasted January 2014
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