Château Guiraud Sauternes 2005

The first growth is produced from a 85ha of Sauternes appellation vines. Only Semillon and Sauvignon are planted at Guiraud with a pruning "à cots" or "in fan" for the Semillons and long branches for the Sauvignons. Harvest is only done hand picking by successive waves through the vineyard (2 ... more

Mount Nelson Sauvignon Blanc 2008

Clear and bright with pale green and straw highlights. Intense flavors or lime, grapefruit and apple are balanced with a creaminess, crisp acidity and concentration. Its long finish hints at lime and grapefruit. more

Château Coutet Barsac 2003

Château Coutet is a Premier Cru Classé from the Barsac appellation. Château Coutet is approximately 85% Sémillon and 15% Sauvignon Blanc (depending on the vintage). The grapes come from 95 acres of vines planted in red clay, sand and gravel soil, with limestone subsoil. The wines are fermented and aged ... more

Château Suduiraut Sauternes 2005

Elegant, sweet and full-bodied with a remarkable life-expectancy. Beautiful gold colour with amber tints when aged. Harmony, power, complexity, and finesse it is often said that a great Suduiraut is the essence of Sauternes. It is a fresh, crisp and pure 60% Sauvignon Blanc and 40% Sémillon blend coming from ... more

Craggy Range Te Muna Road Vineyard Sauvignon Blanc 2005

Pale straw with green hints. The aromas are of white peach, citrus and delicate tropical fruits. The mouth filling palate is awash with flavors of fresh apple, nectarine, lime and tropical notes. The flavors are underlined by fine supporting acidity and a chalky texture that leads into a very long, ... more

Shaw & Smith Sauvignon Blanc 2008

A benchmark for Australian Sauvignon Blanc. Made from 100% Adelaide Hills grapes, the wine is unwooded to maximize varietal punch. The aroma has restrained sauvignon grassiness coupled with riper fruit characters. The palate is fresh and lively with pure fruit varietal flavours and crisp acidity. more

Rochioli Sauvignon Blanc 2008

Color: A pale, creamy yellow. Aroma: Aromas of grapefruit with a touch of grass and flinty characteristics. Taste: An intense, complex and richly flavored wine. more

Chateau de Rayne-Vigneau Sauternes 2009

Classified as Premier Grand Cru Classé in 1855, Château de Rayne Vigneau is a Sauternes with a particularly intense style, both fresh and long on the palate. It is one of the benchmarks of its appellation. more

Glazebrook Sauvignon Blanc 2005

Color: Pale straw with lime hues. Bouquet: An intense nose of passionfruit, ripe tropical fruits and gooseberry. Palate: An intensely fruity palate with ripe tropical fruits and passionfruit. A clean crisp finish with the classic Marlborough herbal edge. Food Match: Sushi, salads, oysters, grilled vegetables, fish, crab, Asian cuisine. more

Monkey Bay Sauvignon Blanc 2007

Light yellow in colour, with green tints and brilliant clarity. A bouquet of ripe grapefruit, kiwifruit and pineapple. Monkey Bay Sauvignon Blanc is a charming, elegant wine, displaying intense varietal character. Crisp and refreshing, with vibrant flavours of ripe citrus and tropical fruit, the palate has excellent weight and length. more

Veramonte Reserva Sauvignon Blanc 2007

Good clarity with light straw color. Fresh stone fruit, citrus, and herbs mingle with floral accents. Zesty, medium body with flavors citrus, melon and herb flavors that linger on the palate. more

Spy Valley Sauvignon Blanc 2008

Colour: Pale straw Bouquet: Powerful fruit aromas of passionfruit, grapefruit and an underlying 'sweat' character. Complex mineral and sweet-pea notes add interest. Palate: Rich and ripe with generous palate weight. Sweet fruit flavours dance over the tongue and end with a sustained, dry finish. more