Durvillea
Sauvignon Blanc
2023
A classic varietal expression of Marlborough sauvignon blanc blended from across the region.
TASTING NOTES
COLOUR/APPEARANCE
Pale lemon/straw.
AROMA/BOUQUET
Gooseberries, white and black currants, lime peel and grapefruit.
PALATE
Medium-bodied with lime, gooseberry and citrus flavours, minerally texture and a long crisp finish.
FOOD PAIRING
Leafy summer salads, fresh oysters and seafood of all types. Pairs well with aromatic herbs like mint and coriander — a great match with dishes like Som Tam, pomelo salad or tamales with tomatillo salsa.
SERVING TEMPERATURE
Chilled.
2022 vintage
89 POINTS
"Light, estery sauvignon with pear drop, white peach, guava and pineapple flavours. A suggestion of sweetness and gentle fruity acidity are nicely integrated to give the wine a pleasantly dry finish. Drink 2022 to 2026." SEP 22
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Bob Campbell, Master of Wine
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2021 vintage
91 POINTS
"Fresh, tangy sauvignon blanc with ripe passionfruit, tropical fruit, capsicum and subtle sweet grass flavours. A very moreish wine with fruity acidity, attractive purity and a crisp, lingering finish. Good value at this price. Drink 2021 to 2025." AUG 21
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Bob Campbell, Master of Wine
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2020 vintage
91 POINTS
"Fresh, punchy sauvignon blanc with typical passionfruit, guava, gooseberry and capsicum (red and green) flavours. Plenty of flavour and good acidity with a silken texture. Good value at this price.” DEC 20
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Bob Campbell, Master of Wine
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92 POINTS
“Bright, fresh, fruity, varietal and classic with aromas and flavours of lemon and fresh apple, green pear and tropical fruits. The fresh herbs layer adding complexity and fine mineral moments adding depth. Crisp and dry on the finish with pure citrus and tree fruits flavours wrapped in garden herbs. Drink now and through 2023.” DEC 20
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Cameron Douglas, Master Sommelier
2018 vintage
96 POINTS
"Appealing aromas of citrus, herbs and tropical notes. Bright, slightly steely with mineral,
wet stone. Gooseberry and nettle flavours and crisp textured freshness"
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Decanter
DECANTER WORLD WINE AWARDS 2018
Sustainably certified SWNZ
Vegan