Dog Point Vineyards Sauvignon Blanc, 2012
Variety: Sauvignon BlancRegion: Marlborough
Country: New Zealand
Year: 2012
Price: $19.95
Wine Critic Review: "If you buy no other 2012 New Zealand sauvignon currently on the shelves, don’t miss Dog Point. There’s a consummately crafted dimension to this wine that propels it above the vast sea of sauvignon, a wine of genuine character and interest. A one-fifth portion of wild ferment and lees ageing instils a mineral mouth feel and complexing nuances of struck flint. Carefully regulated yields have produced an impeccably gauged fruit profile that tactically dodges the extremes of underripe herbaceousness and overripe passionfruit, falling neatly into the middle ground of grapefruit, lemon zest, guava and golden delicious apple. A focused acid line and outstanding, lingering, textural persistence make not only for immediate appeal but promise medium-term potential." Tyson Stelzer, tysonstelzer.com, October 2012
My Review: This wine was run of the mill. It was a strong grapefruit smell that carried into the taste. It was bitter and had a strong grapefruit flavor as well. The aroma matched the taste well. However, I am not a big fan of grapefruit to begin with so it was not my favorite. If I was to have it again, I would have it with either chicken or shellfish.
Food: We did not have it with food.
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