A Marlborough, New Zealand Sauvignon Blanc:
Great grape, decorated winery. A slam dunk?...
Villa Maria Marlborough Sauvignon Blanc 2007 13.5 % alcohol about $13
Let’s start by quoting the marketing materials. “Tasting Note: Very pale straw in color; herbal, citrus, green grass, and gooseberry aromas; dry, fresh citrus, herbs, light body with a bright, fresh medium finish. Serving Suggestion: Serve with summer salads or sip on its own.” And now for my review.
At the first sips this wine was richly sweet and well oaked. Let’s hope it’s not overdone. It had great length. The initial meal started with chopped mushrooms in puff pastry. The wine responded with citrus and some gooseberry. Then I continued with a barbecued chicken breast prepared with oriental spices. The wine tasted of wormwood. When the Sauvignon Blanc encountered the side dish of potatoes roasted in chicken fat it offered good acidity and some sweetness. Canned palm hearts brought in a bit of smoke. The biscotti dessert rendered this libation long with a taste of caramel.
This review of a Marlborough, New Zealand Sauvignon Blanc continues on my website.
Subscribe to:
Post Comments (Atom)
No comments:
Post a Comment