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Porcupine Ridge Sauvignon Blanc 2018 Wine Review

Porcupine Ridge Sauvignon Blanc 2018

Porcupine Ridge Sauvignon Blanc 2018

Western Cape W.O., South Africa

Community Score:88/100

Community Reviews: 3

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Price: $15.95

Drink: 2019-2021

Bottle size: 750 ml

Alcohol: 12.5%

Sweetness: Extra Dry

Wine Type: White Wine


Winery: Porcupine Ridge

Agent: Univins and Spirits Canada Inc.

Natalie's Score: 87/100

A dry, full-bodied Sauvignon Blanc from the Western Cape wine region. The crested porcupine featured on the front label is a common sight in South African vineyards. Dry, medium-bodied with mouth-watering acidity, look for tropical fruit, dried pineapple, bell pepper, herbal flavours and grassy flavours on this smooth and lush Chardonnay. Pair with oyster poor boys.

Sauvignon Blanc food pairings: grilled calamari, vegetarian dishes, seafood and grilled Portobello mushroom, chicken and sage skewers, fresh tomato and basil salad.

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This Porcupine Ridge Sauvignon Blanc 2018 was reviewed on August 16, 2019 by Natalie MacLean

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Daniel O'Keefe rated this wine as 88/100 with the following review:

An intensely fruit-driven Sauvignon Blanc with peach as the leading note, lemon and citrus in the background. Quite dry with good acidity and a medium body. Definitely food friendly. Try with grilled pork chops with peach, feta, and basil.
From the Western Cape wine region, Porcupine Ridge 2018 Sauvignon Blanc is a dry, medium-plus-bodied SB produced by Boekenhoutskloof. Look for tropical fruit, fresh-cut grass and lemon-lime zest flavours on this vibrant white wine brought up in stainless steel tank. Wine grapes are sourced from the Robertson, Stellenbosch and the West Coast winegrowing areas in South Africa. - Community Wine Reviews

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