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Villa Maria Cellar Selection Sauvignon Blanc 2018

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There are 3 user submitted reviews for this wine.

Jenny Ratcliffe-Wright CWM rated this wine as 90/100 with the following review:

A step up in quality and interest from the regular reliable go-to Villa Maria Sav. Oozing with granadilla (passion fruit), fruit salad, tropical tones and ripe melon. It has a balanced acidity with a long lingering finish that makes you want to sip this rather than glug it. Try it with a pumpkin, chorizo and kale frittata. @wrightwineblog
Carolyn Hetke rated this wine as 90/100 with the following review:

Villa Maria is always a reliable choice and this Sauvignon Blanc is no exception. Classic grassiness and herbaceous notes on the nose and palate here without being over the top. Underlying tropical fruit notes balance the savoury nicely. Smooth with a nice acid backbone. Herbal notes linger on the long finish. Serve with herbed quiche. Good value. Tasted October 2019. www.thewineloverskitchen.com
Linda Mertes WSET 2 rated this wine as 88/100 with the following review:

A New Zealand Sauvignon Blanc with fresh tropical fruit on the nose. Medium acidity and soft fruit on the palate. A wonderful sipper that goes well with appetizers (tapas) and summer salads.




Natalie's Review

Villa Maria Cellar Selection Sauvignon Blanc 2018, Marlborough, South Island, New Zealand: Villa Maria Cellar Section Sauvignon Blanc is bright with citrus notes and green herbs on the nose. Zesty delicious with mouth-watering lemon lime, grassy, tropical fruit and fresh herb flavours mouth-watering on the palate. Chill and enjoy it now in all of its freshness. Drink: 2019-2022. 974527 13% D 750 mL  $22.95 Score: 91/100. November 7, 2019 Top Rated White Wine. Scrumptious Seafood Wine  Full Review

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