Classic from Clifford
Villa Maria Reserve Clifford Bay Sauvignon Blanc 2017, Marlborough, NZD $29.99
Concentrated sauvignon blanc with typical Awatere Valley gooseberry, wet stone, mineral, green capsicum, nettle and tomato leaf flavours plus a subtle passionfruit influence. Impressive purity and a perfect balance of acidity and subliminal sweetness. (Screwcap)
Score: 95 ★★★★★ – view Bob’s original tasting
Alcohol: 12.5%
Ageing: now to 2021
Food match: Duck liver parfait, pickles and toast
Stockists: Villa Maria Wines; Glengarry Wines, Auckland (NZ only)
Ranked #2 of 90 2017 Sauvignon Blanc from Marlborough
Price Benchmark: NZD $26.32 Avg 95pt 2017 Sauvignon Blanc tasted from New Zealand