MIKE’S WINE NOTES:
Mike Davies – Co-founder Greenskin Wine, winemaker and wine packaging specialist.
Once again, winemaker Japo from McHenry Hohnen has created an outstanding wine for us! This time, it’s a gem from the cooler southern region of Margaret River. The 2022 vintage was kind, blessed with warm weather leading up to the harvest, while a touch of rain in January ensured the vineyards remained invigorated.
Similar to the 2021 Sauvignon Blanc, Japo has skillfully utilised large oak casks to add complexity to the wine without compromising its zingy, lively vibrant fruit flavours, a quintessential characteristic of exceptional Sauvignon Blanc.
This 2022 Sauvignon Blanc is a VEGAN Wine. See here to find out more about what makes a wine Vegan.
Food Pairings – I always think of Sauvignon Bland as a seafood wine. The best kinds of seafood to have with Sauvignon Blanc are raw or close to it; Oysters, Sashimi and ceviche white fish. This Sauvignon Blanc also pairs beautifully woth Eastern European & Middle Eastern foods like Tzaziki, humous and grilled vegetables.
The mere thought of pairing half a dozen chilled, freshly shucked oysters with this exquisite wine fills me with lip-smacking excitement!
- Colour – Pale Straw with lime green tints
- Bouquet – Lifted Gooseberry and nettle aromas with some tropical guava and Paw Paw notes.
- Palate – The palate is a melange of grapefruit, crunchy apple and citrus. The very judicious use of oak adds a layer of creamy complexity which balances and softens the clean acid finish.
Hear from the talented Winemaker behind this latest drop!
HUON’S WINE NOTES:
Huon Hooke is a leading Australian wine writer, critic, educator and show judge, best known for his columns in Sydney Morning Herald Good Food and Good Weekend.
Light yellow colour, with fresh herbal aromas with nutty and gently yeasty overtones, more than just simple passionfruity varietal character. The palate also has some weight and depth of flavour, and an appealing savoury dryness that invites another sip. There is a trace of grip and it appeals all-round as a food wine. Good value.
87/100 points – Bronze Medal Winner.
cheryl hosking –
What a great wine , I was a bit shy not knowing what to expect but this is a premium wine . The Packaging is great and you can take your wine anywhere with out weight or bulk . The recycling is innovative we need more this . Cant see me with bottle wine again
kimmckeeGSW –
Many thanks Cheryl for your feedback, it is very much appreciated. Cheers, Kim
Rob Schmidt –
The sav Blanc pack was part of a mixed buy.
After several days/food/other wine – this could well be the nicest sub $20 sav Blanc I have had.
kimmckeeGSW –
Thanks again Rob, we really appreciate you letting is know. Your comments also help other wine buyers with their selections. Cheers, Kim and Mike
Rob Schmidt –
Bought one of this S B in a mixed pack. Could be just my taste, but over three days, this is one of the very best under $20 S B I have had.
kimmckeeGSW –
Hi Rob, we love hearing this, thank you for letting us know. The Sauv Blanc is a delicious drop that is for sure! We appreciate you taking the time to write and let us know you are enjoying it so much and think it is great value. Cheers, Kim and Mike
Judy Chalker (verified owner) –
Loved the wine and packaging, got it specially for travelling and its so easy to pack and no worry of broken bottles. I will get it again
kimmckeeGSW –
Thank you very much for your great review Judy, it is much appreciated! We’re thrilled you’re loving Greenskin Wines for your travels and are re-ordering again. Many thanks – keep enjoying! Cheers, Mike and Kim