TASTING NOTES FOR Okiwi Bay Sauvignon Blanc Marlborough New Zealand 2023

🍷 Appearance
Pale straw with light green highlights, bright and vibrant in the glass.

👃 Aromas
Fresh and intensely aromatic, showing passionfruit, gooseberry and lime with lifted tropical fruit notes and subtle herbaceous characters. Hints of grapefruit and fresh-cut herbs add extra vibrancy.

👅 Palate
Crisp and refreshing, delivering lively flavours of passionfruit, green mango and citrus with classic Marlborough intensity. Bright natural acidity gives the wine energy and freshness while tropical fruit flavours carry through beautifully.

🍈 Texture & Finish
Light to medium-bodied with a clean, mouth-watering finish. Refreshing citrus and tropical fruit notes linger nicely with a zesty mineral edge.

🍇 Overall Style
A classic Marlborough Sauvignon Blanc style — vibrant, aromatic and easy-drinking with bright tropical fruit, herbaceous freshness and crisp acidity.

🍽️ Food Pairing
Perfect with fresh seafood, oysters, grilled prawns, Thai dishes, salads and goat cheese. Also excellent as a refreshing aperitif on a warm day.

🍷 BBD Verdict
A bright and lively Marlborough Sauvignon Blanc offering terrific freshness, tropical fruit intensity and excellent everyday drinking appeal. Crisp, vibrant and highly enjoyable.

Cheers
Peter Turnbull
Better Buy The Dozen 🍷