Reviews & Ratings

2022 Villa Creek Sauvignon Blanc "Private Bin"

Winery: Villa Creek

Vintage: 2022

Wine Name/Vineyard: "Private Bin"

Wine Category: Sauvignon Blanc

Grape blend: 100% Sauvignon Blanc

Bottle size: 750 ml

Region: Marlborough

State or country: New Zealand

Price: $17

Cases produced: 1,183,000

KWG Score: 88.7 (based on 4 reviews)

Ken's Wine Rating: Very Good+ (90)

Review date: June 11, 2023

Wine Review: This delightful and good value Sauvignon Blanc from New Zealand is a pale straw color. The very aromatic bouquet includes juicy peach, yellow grapefruit, fresh cut hay, lemon zest and wet slate aromas. It is very bright and juicy on the palate, medium bodied, plus acidity, well balanced and a nice round mouthfeel. There are flavors of yellow grapefruit, pineapple, gooseberry, saline and lime. The lingering finish is refreshing and dry. It is very versatile and, served lightly chilled, would pair well with a grilled chicken Caesar salad. - Mark

Winemaker Notes: Villa Maria Private Bin Sauvignon Blanc always combines the best of both sub-regions for a consistently classic Marlborough style. Initially, the cool climate Awatere aromas jump out of the glass, such as lemongrass, jalapeño peppers and fresh herbs. In contrast, the warmer Wairau Valley vineyards produce a pungent Sauvignon Blanc with ripe citrus and tropical fruit flavors. A perfect aperitif wine, serve chilled on warm summer days. Fresh herbal flavors match well with most salads, whereas the riper tropical flavors match well with any fish recipes.

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