Color: Pale straw with touches of green. Aroma: Dominated by classic red capsicum, passion fruit and Cape gooseberry nose, supported with a hint of lime and a subtle herbaceousness. Palate: Intense ripe Sauvignon Blanc dominates. A full-flavored style with great balance and longevity. This is a classic Marlborough Sauvignon Blanc from a good vintage; a wine to drink now but which, with careful cellaring, will last up to five years.

Community Tasting Notes (average 86.5 pts. and median of 86 pts. in 2 notes)

Rating: 89/100 - As reviewed by Wine Spectator on 07/31/02

Rating for New Zealand: 76 (bad year)<br/><br/>Drinkability: unpredictable<br/>