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Saint Clair, Wairau Reserve, Wairau Valley, Marlborough, 2012

Decanter Staff Decanter Staff

Wairau Reserve

Score

83
  • Grape Variety: Sauvignon Blanc
  • Drink: 2013 - 2015

Manufacturer:

Saint Clair

Melanie Brown

Tasting: New Zealand Sauvignon Blanc

Tomato stalks and citrus dominate the palate. The acidity is high but balanced and drinks easily.

16/20
86/100

Roger Jones

Tasting: New Zealand Sauvignon Blanc

Sweaty on nose, deep and flavoursome, over gooseberry and tomato stalk on palate.

14/20
80/100

Peter McCombie

Tasting: New Zealand Sauvignon Blanc

Blackcurrant, sweat. Fruity with excellent balance of fruit and fresh acidity, medium length.

17/20
90/100

Details

Wine name: Wairau Reserve
Wine classification:
Wine alcohol content: 13%
Wine colour: White
Wine vintage: 2012
Price: £18.99
Wine style: White, Medium bodied
Country: New Zealand
Region: Marlborough
Subregion: Wairau Valley

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