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Forrest Wines, John Forrest Collection, Wairau Valley, Marlborough, 2009

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John Forrest Collection

Score

83
  • Grape Variety: Sauvignon Blanc
  • Drink: 2011 - 2016

Manufacturer:

Forrest Wines

Melanie Brown

Tasting: New Zealand Sauvignon Blanc

Sweaty gooseberries and harsh wet stone finish. Texture is crunchy and feels remarkedly fresh considering its vintage. A touch of smokiness comes through at the end.

14/20
80/100

Roger Jones

Tasting: New Zealand Sauvignon Blanc

Strong on the nose. Cats pee and quite abbrassive, funky wine. Lots going on, rich textures and quite complex, but the nose is an issue for me.

15/20
83/100

Peter McCombie

Tasting: New Zealand Sauvignon Blanc

Mineral, waxy, textural style.

16/20
86/100

Details

Wine name: John Forrest Collection
Wine classification:
Wine alcohol content: 13%
Wine colour: White
Wine vintage: 2009
Price: £17.99
Wine style: White, Medium bodied
Country: New Zealand
Region: Marlborough
Subregion: Wairau Valley

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