TASTING NOTES FOR Jules Taylor Better Half Sauvignon Blanc Marlborough New Zealand 2022
🍷 Appearance
Pale straw with green highlights. Bright, fresh and lively in the glass.
👃 Aromas
Lifted and aromatic, bursting with passionfruit, green rockmelon and lime zest, complemented by jasmine, fresh herbs and a subtle grassy edge.
👅 Palate
Vibrant and mouth-watering, delivering layers of tropical fruit, citrus and fresh herb notes. Excellent fruit purity is balanced by crisp acidity, giving the wine real energy and drive.
🍈 Texture & Finish
Clean and zesty with a refreshing, lip-smacking finish. Bright acidity carries through to a long, saline-edged finish that keeps you coming back for more.
🍇 Overall Style
A quintessential Marlborough Sauvignon Blanc—fresh, expressive and intensely aromatic, combining tropical fruit richness with zippy citrus and herbaceous lift.
🍽️ Food Pairing
Perfect with fresh seafood—especially oysters or grilled snapper—alongside summer salads, goat’s cheese or herb-driven dishes like tabbouleh.
🥂 BBD Verdict
A classic crowd-pleasing Sauvignon Blanc—zesty, vibrant and incredibly easy to drink. A must-have for mixed dozens and ideal for warm afternoons or casual entertaining.
Cheers
Peter Turnbull
Better Buy The Dozen 🍷
