If you don't read any more of my posts, read this one. No, seriously, read it. This Sauvignon Blanc is not messing around. It's serious. And it's really, really good. My mom decided to join a Wall Street Journal wine club, under the pretense that I sample each wine and write a review on it. Well, I've been less than perfect about that, but this Sauv was just begging me to write a review of it. Especially after the sub-par Chardonnay from last night.
So, I popped this guy out of the bottle and helllllllo. Beautiful aroma, coming right from the bottle. The nose is gorgeous. Fruity, floral, tangy- it dances on your nose. It almost smelled too good to taste. But, the taste did me one better. The wine was drier than I expected, but it is French so, shouldn't be a surprise. (If you're looking for a crazy fruity, juicy Sauvignon Blanc, try New Zealand.) The Loire Valley is known for the delicate body of its Sauvs, and this guy was no exception. It's zingy with a bright acidity that really pleases the palate. Top it off with a soft, smooth finish and you've got a great bottle.
Technical Info:
Varietal: 100% Sauvignon Blanc
Alcohol: 12%
Origin: Touraine, Loire Valley, France
Price: ~$16 at wine shops, $8 with the WSJ club membership!
Rachel's Grade: A For under $10 I've NEVER had a better white. No joke, no exaggeration. Do it, buy it, I dare you. Whenever I see this bottle again, you better believe I'm buying at least 3. (And this is from the girl who likes her variety.) I don't even like Sauv Blanc that much, but this guy may just have made me a fan. $15 could buy you a movie ticket.... or a bottle of badass vino. Choice should be obvious.
Nice description. Just so you know, you sold me. I will get this next time I see it!
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