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88
Scores are assigned on a 100-point scale and reflect a wine's overall quality, but don't consider price.
80 to 84 good
85 to 89 very good
90 to 94 excellent
95 to 100 outstanding
Hits correct sauvignon character. Plenty of vibrant herbaceous, grapefruit, lemon and peppery spice. Crisp and slender in feel and full of fruit vitality, with a good spine of acidity and a tart finish. Drink this wine now. Vintages Essentials.
- Price:
- $16.95
- Type:
- White
- Varietal:
- Sauvignon Blanc
- Vintage:
- 2006
- Region:
- Marlborough
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