Every so often I head to Esquin and blind-buy a few inexpensive wines. Since I've been on a non-Chardonnay white kick, I picked up a few random Sauvignon Blancs. Normally this is hit and miss, although I have to admit to more hits than misses. That might be more indicative or my palate being crappy than Esquin only selling good wines, but who knows.
The nose is slightly tropical, with hints of green apples and grapefruit. I also get a floral that is hard to pinpoint. Quite complex on the nose for a $12 blind buy.
The palate has quite a bit of complexity as well. Green apples, honey, and grapefruit in the mid palate. A bit of subtle grassiness at the finish, with a slightly bitter, citrus-rind type of bitterness.
It isn't acidic enough to hold up to a lot of foods, but it is a nice refreshing white with a surprising bit of complexity. Can't go wrong for the price. I think I'll pick up a few more...
Monday, January 12, 2009
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