This wine offers a clear style contrast to Section 94, Dog Point’s complex, barrel-aged Sauvignon Blanc (see the Branded and Other White Wines section). Hand-harvested at several sites in the Wairau Valley, it is lees-aged in tanks but handled without oak. The 2017 vintage (4*) is ripely scented, with slightly ‘funky’ aromas. Light lemon/green, it is a medium-bodied, vigorous wine, vibrantly fruity and tightly structured, with strong, crisp melon/lime flavours, a hint of passionfruit, a distinct touch of complexity and a dry, tangy finish. Best drinking mid-2018+. Certified organic.
Details
Type: White Wines
Variety: Sauvignon Blanc
Vintage: 2017
Overall Rating for All Vintages Tasted: ★★★★★ – 5 Stars
Price: $26 NZD
Sweetness: DRY
Value for Money: V+
Buyer’s Guide Edition: 2018
This wine is a Potential Classic.
When to drink: 2018