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Mar 15 2010

Iona Sauvignon Blanc 2009 Elgin

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A wonderfully expressive Sauvignon with citrus peel, lemongrass and elderberry on the nose. The palate has a surprising richness to it with layers of gooseberry and apple underpinned by soothing herbaceous notes. The finish is powerful and crisp with a lingering minerality.
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Mar 15 2010

La Motte Sauvignon Blanc 2009 Western Cape

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This is a lively, zesty Sauvignon Blanc bursting with apple characters which are quickly followed by gooseberry and green pepper. The palate is dry but full with racy acidity which makes this a good wine to drink with spicy foods.
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Mar 15 2010

Southbank Sauvignon Blanc Rosé 20082009 Marlborough

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With zesty citrus notes and an elegant herbaceous dart through the fruit, this is clearly a Marlborough Sauvignon Blanc. However, the classic characters of gooseberry and tropical fruit notes are enhanced by hints of wild strawberry on the finish giving this wine a real edge. Crisp acidity makes this a perfect choice for those who [...]

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Mar 12 2010

La Croisade Sauvignon Blanc 20082009 Vin de Pays d'Oc

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This lively aromatic Sauvignon is an absolute belter! Crisp and dry with zingy acidity and a bounty of gooseberry and tropical fruits.
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Mar 12 2010

Pouilly-Fumé 'Les Griottes' 2008 Jean-Pierre Bailly

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Patrice Bailly crafts his Pouilly Fumé from vines up to 40 years old. This wine is crammed with fragrant citrus and gooseberry fruit balanced by flinty, mineral laced acidity. An excellent value Pouilly Fumé.
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Mar 11 2010

Oyster Bay Sauvignon Blanc with Accessories Gift Box

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One of our most popular wines, presented in a luxurious leatherette presentation case featuring a corkscrew, bottle stopper and pourer, and drip-stop. The Oyster Bay Estate takes great care in treating each batch of wine as individual. Cool fermentation and immediate bottling is completed to retain all the wonderful fruit aromas and flavours that are [...]

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Mar 11 2010

Oyster Bay Sauvignon Blanc Gift in Wood

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One of our most popular wines, this wooden-boxed Gift Pack is sure to impress. The Oyster Bay Estate takes great care in treating each batch of wine as individual. Cool fermentation and immediate bottling is completed to retain all the wonderful fruit aromas and flavours that are present. Pronounced aromas of gooseberry and tropical fruits [...]

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Mar 11 2010

Oyster Bay Sauvignon Blanc Gift

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One of our most popular wines, this Gift Pack is sure to impress. The Oyster Bay Estate takes great care in treating each batch of wine as individual. Cool fermentation and immediate bottling is completed to retain all the wonderful fruit aromas and flavours that are present. Pronounced aromas of gooseberry and tropical fruits sit [...]

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Mar 09 2010

Oyster Bay Sauvignon Blanc 2009 Marlborough

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Made from Sauvignon grapes that are cool fermented in stainless steel vats to retain the delicate fruit aromas and flavours. Showing pronounced aromas of gooseberry and tropical fruits, alongside a subtle herbaceousness. Crisp, elegant and refreshing, this is a classic aperitif wine from New Zealand's famous Marlborough region.
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Mar 09 2010

Springfield Special Cuvée Sauvignon Blanc 2009 Robertson

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Fourth generation Bruwer family winemaker Abrie Bruwer employs minimal intervention both in the vineyards and the cellars to ensure that the true expression of the Sauvignon Blanc grapes is allowed to show through in this Special Cuvée wine. Distinct minerally undertones are covered with layers of luscious passion fruit flavours, together with classic Sauvignon flavours [...]

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Mar 09 2010

Sensas Sauvignon 2008 Vin de Pays des Côtes du Tarn

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This Sauvignon comes from vineyards not far from the town of Toulouse, in the Gaillac region. Low temperature fermentation and lees ageing helps to retain the wine's more delicate aromatics, with fresh grass, green apple and gooseberry flavours.
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Mar 09 2010

Sancerre Blanc 2008 Domaine Vacheron

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Textbook Sancerre from probably the very best producer in the region. Fabulously aromatic nose, concentrated gooseberry fruit flavours, all carefully balanced by a rich smokiness. Sancerre at its most elegant.
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Mar 08 2010

Casillero del Diablo Sauvignon Blanc 2008 Central Valley

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Flaxen gold in colour showing notes of elderflower and ripe citrus fruits. Elegant and well rounded on the palate, balanced by crisp lemon and gooseberry flavours and refreshing acidity.
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Mar 08 2010

Saint Clair Estate Selection Sauvignon Blanc 2009 Marlborough

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Made exclusively for Majestic by one of our favourite new wineries, this mouth-watering Sauvignon has intense aromas of passionfruit, blackcurrant leaf and gooseberry and a palate of ripe gooseberry and herbs. The crisp acidity is balanced by an enticing minerality.
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Mar 08 2010

The Ned Black Label Waihopai River Sauvignon Blanc 2009 Marlborough

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Named after one of the tallest rugged peaks to the southeast of the vineyard, The Ned offers superb purity of fruit and varietal character. A nose of nettles and grass leads to generous gooseberry flavours with a smoky herbal twist on the palate reminiscent of a well-crafted Sancerre. The stony terroir gives the wine a [...]

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Mar 08 2010

Waimea Estate Sauvignon Blanc 2008 Nelson

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The Waimea terroir and typical high sunshine have been captured in the production of this wine resulting in a ripe, concentrated style balanced by a clean, mineral structure. Aromas of ripe gooseberry and tropical fruit are complemented by delicate floral notes and mineral characters. The elegant, crisp palate will provide the ideal accompaniment to all [...]

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Mar 08 2010

Fairleigh Estate Sauvignon Blanc 2009 Marlborough

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This is a benchmark Sauvignon Blanc which is exclusive to Majestic. It is a balanced, fruit driven wine with good acidity and a clean and gooseberry fresh finish.
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Mar 08 2010

Lawson's Dry Hills Sauvignon Blanc 2008 Marlborough

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A fresh, dry, crisp Sauvignon sourced only from premium vineyards throughout Marlborough's Wairau Valley. Displaying gooseberry on the nose and palate, this wine has gained structure from the partial barrel fermentation it has undergone. Quality conscious New Zealand producers are leading the field in promoting the benefit of screwcaps, which eliminate potential cork taint.
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Mar 08 2010

Robertson Winery Sauvignon Blanc 2009 Robertson

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A fresh, dry and intensely fruity varietal Sauvignon Blanc. Robertson Valley is situated further inland than most in South Africa, where the daytime climate is hot and dry, but the nights are cool. These growing conditions enhance the zesty gooseberry flavours so common in Sauvignon Blanc.
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Mar 07 2010

Oxford Landing Sauvignon Blanc 2009 Yalumba

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Crisp and fresh, showing classic Sauvignon gooseberry and grass aromas, with plenty of zingy, citrus acidity on the palate. Excellent as an aperitif, the clean flavours of this wine will complement white fish dishes or chicken salads perfectly.
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Mar 07 2010

Sauvignon Les Fumées Blanches 2008 J&F Lurton, Vin de Pays du Comté Tolosan

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Funky, fresh packaging and punchy, intense flavours. If you like the mouthwateringly crisp gooseberry and green apple flavours of New Zealand Sauvignon Blanc, you'll love this.
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