Discoveries New Zealand: High Quality, Low Awareness
Life Beyond New Zealand Sauvignon Blanc: Pinot Noir and much, much more...
What We’re Drinking – 2015 Apsara “Kick Ranch” Sauvignon Blanc
This wine has one of those noses that almost makes you forget to take a drink. Aromas of orange blossoms, distant magnolia, and freshly-sliced pears all float up from the glass. Soft, round fruits lead on the p...
What We’re Drinking – 2015 Hillersden “Legacy” Sparkling Sauvignon Blanc
All in all, a pleasant, mild sparkling aperitif, a surprise to me, for this grape.
What We’re Drinking – 2011 Trinitas Sauvignon Blanc
The wait was rewarded with a very lovely wine that doesn't usually get any years behind it.
Best of 2015: Winds blow South African terroir in the white direction
Never one to mince words, W. Blake Gray visited South Africa this year and in this and a companion piece on his own site, explored the effect of wind on terroir and wondered how much progress has been made in South African wine post-apartheid.
Winds blow South African terroir in the white direction
Like all the best fine-wine regions, South Africa can give you some things you can't get anywhere else.
What We’re Drinking – 2013 Wente “Louis Mel” Sauvignon Blanc
Drink with fried chicken, outside, on a sunny day.
What We’re Drinking – Château Smith Haut Lafitte Blanc
Next year this bottle will be old enough to drive. Don't wait. It's drinking great now.