TASTING NOTES FOR Chain Of Ponds Black Thursday Sauvignon Blanc Adelaide Hills 2023

🍷 Appearance
Pale straw with a light green hue. Bright, fresh and youthful, capturing classic Adelaide Hills vibrancy.

👃 Aromas
Intensely aromatic and lifted, showing gooseberry, grapefruit and citrus.
Tropical notes of paw paw, lychee and passionfruit layer in, with subtle hints of cucumber, fresh herbs and peashoot adding complexity.

👅 Palate
Lively and fruit-driven, delivering punchy flavours of citrus, guava and tropical fruits.
A burst of grapefruit and gooseberry leads into a vibrant mid-palate, supported by fresh herbaceous notes and excellent fruit intensity.

🍈 Texture & Finish
Crisp and refreshing with bright, balanced acidity.
The finish is clean and zesty, with lingering citrus and a subtle touch of fruit sweetness giving a rounded, approachable edge.

🍇 Overall Style
A classic Adelaide Hills Sauvignon Blanc—aromatic, vibrant and highly refreshing.
Combines zesty citrus with tropical fruit and a gentle herbaceous lift, delivering both flavour and finesse in an easy-drinking style.

🍽️ Food Pairing
Perfect with fresh seafood, oysters, Vietnamese salads or grilled chicken. Also ideal with light summer dishes, poke bowls or casual outdoor dining.

🥂 BBD Verdict
A consistently high-performing Sauvignon Blanc that delivers everything you want—freshness, flavour and serious drinkability.
Ideal for mixed dozens where you want a vibrant, crowd-pleasing white that always over-delivers—this is a go-to wine for any occasion.

Cheers
Peter Turnbull
Better Buy The Dozen 🍷