TASTING NOTES FOR Josef Chromy Estate Sauvignon Blanc Tasmania 2023

🍷 Appearance
Pale straw with green hues. Bright, crisp and youthful, showing classic cool-climate clarity.

👃 Aromas
Punchy and aromatic. Gooseberry, passionfruit and citrus burst from the glass, with hints of lime zest and fresh-cut herbs.
Subtle notes of white flowers, grass and mineral tones add complexity and lift.

👅 Palate
Fresh, vibrant and fruit-driven. Flavours of passionfruit, guava and lemon-lime carry through the palate with energy and precision.
There is a lively acidity that gives the wine drive, balanced by a slightly rounded mid-palate texture.

🍈 Texture & Finish
Crisp and refreshing with a clean, zesty line.
The finish is long and mouth-watering, with lingering citrus, tropical notes and a subtle herbaceous edge.

🍇 Overall Style
A classic Tasmanian Sauvignon Blanc—bright, aromatic and finely balanced.
Combines New Zealand-style vibrancy with a more restrained, elegant cool-climate edge, making it highly drinkable now.

🍽️ Food Pairing
Perfect with oysters, prawns, grilled fish, salads or goat’s cheese. Also excellent with Thai or Vietnamese dishes.

🥂 BBD Verdict
A seriously fresh and vibrant Sauvignon Blanc that delivers plenty of flavour and energy.
Perfect for mixed dozens—adds a zippy, crowd-pleasing white that’s versatile, refreshing and easy to enjoy.

Cheers
Peter Turnbull
Better Buy The Dozen 🍷