Winemaker Notes
Professional Ratings
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Wilfred Wong of Wine.com
Showing a complex mix of aromas and flavors, the excellent 2016 Seifried Sauvignon Blanc delivers an attractive combination of finely ripened core fruits, bright citrus, and savory spices. The wine's long and generous flavors pair it well with sautéed prawns in their shells accented with black pepper and dried tarragon leaves. (Tasted: May 4, 2017, San Francisco, CA)
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Tasting Panel
Lush and juicy with smooth texture and racy, fresh and spicy citrus and passion fruit; long and balanced.
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Wine Spectator
A lip-smacking mix of passion fruit, makrut lime leaf and ripe peach flavors. Vibrant and expressive, with plenty of intensity on the crisp, juicy finish.
Capable of a vast array of styles, Sauvignon Blanc is a crisp, refreshing variety that equally reflects both terroir and varietal character. Though it can vary depending on where it is grown, a couple of commonalities always exist—namely, zesty acidity and intense aromatics. This variety is of French provenance. Somm Secret—Along with Cabernet Franc, Sauvignon Blanc is a proud parent of Cabernet Sauvignon. That green bell pepper aroma that all three varieties share is no coincidence—it comes from a high concentration of pyrazines (herbaceous aromatic compounds) inherent to each member of the family.
Rolling hills evolve from a scenic coastline to form an ideal setting for Sauvignon Blanc vineyards. Pinot Noir, Pinot Gris and Chardonnay rank in after New Zealand’s prized varietal as most widely planted in Nelson. The region is slightly cooler and has more precipitation on average compared to Marlborough.