Highway 50 Hawkes Bay Sauvignon Blanc 2009
Region:
Mangatahi, Bayview, Clive and Porangahau in Hawkes Bay.
Drink Until:
31/12/2011
Varieties:
Sauvignon Blanc
Foods:
This is a great wine to drink on its own or it would fit well with Asian style food or fresh shellfish. Dishes featuring goat cheese would be sensational match.
Oak:
Nil.
Colour:
Golden straw.
Nose:
Distinctly gooseberry.
Palate:
Gentle flavours and aromas of citrus, passionfruit and nectarine compliment the distinct aroma of gooseberries. A mineral character lends a Sancerre-like character to the wine. The fresh acid is balanced by a tiny amount of retained sweetness.
Background:
Alcohol:
12.0%
Awards:
Customer Rating: