Sauvignon Blanc, Casablanca Valley, Chile. $8
Chilean white wines are normally some of my favorites, so I was excited to try this one. The aromas are fantastic; a classic sauvignon blanc smell of grapefruit, passion fruit, oak, cream and lemon grass. The taste, however, leaves a lot to be desired. In a good sauvignon blanc, the dominant flavors are similar to the smell: fruit, grass, oak, and cream. This wine has no real fruit or floral taste, instead it is very creamy, with a dominate lime and asparagus taste. Interesting. It is also a little dryer than I like. It reminds me of a restaurant's typical "house white."
On a good note, it is crisp with a clean finish, and would still pair well with apricots, cheese, and honey. (Have you ever tried those 3 together? Excellent.)
Bottom Line: Not the best from Chile, would not buy for a special occasion.
2 comments:
Is it worth a try for an $8 dollar bottle? Where did you find it in LA?
Yes, for $8 give it a try, but if you're looking to have a nice evening or are trying to impress some guests, I would look for something else. I found it at Costco.
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