Winemaker Notes
Rachtl Sauvignon Blanc Riserva at first presents itself with restraint before revealing its complex potential in the glass. The initial minerally aromatic structure comprising flint, graphite and slate is gradually complimented by notes of dry hay and exotic fruit. This delicate and harmonious wine, with its bright straw yellow color and greenish reflections invigorates the palate with a clean, fresh acidity and briny salinity. A long lasting and balanced finish underscores this wine's poise and elegance.
Enjoy Rachtl Sauvignon Blanc Riserva with fresh shellfish, freshwater and smoked fish dishes, lighter meat dishes that incorporate seasonal vegetables.
Professional Ratings
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Wine Spectator
A lovely, well-knit white, plushly creamy but vibrant with vivid acidity and a racy tang of salinity, this offers flavors of baked white peach, grapefruit peel, wild strawberry and fresh tarragon that expand than linger through the long, sleek finish. Sauvignon Blanc.
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James Suckling
Rich nose with notes of cooked lemons, sliced apples, savory herbs and flowers. Medium-bodied with a creamy texture. Sleek and juicy with vivid acidity. A nicely crafted, layered and complex sauvignon blanc. Drink or hold.
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.
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