This is citrusy and tropical, showing Asian pears, lemons, passion fruit and lychees on the nose. It’s medium-bodied with lively, zesty acidity. Tangy and bright. Sustainable. Drink now. Screw cap.
92 points, Claire Nesbitt, James Suckling (Apr 2024)
Elderflower, pea shoots and lemongrass combine in this flavorsome, almost Thai food-inspired 2023 Sauvignon Blanc Taylors Pass vineyard. The green-yet-ripe style is characteristic of the Awatere Valley. Some lovely sinew provides grip and drive through the mouth, which is likely a combination of acidity and phenolics.
91 points, Rebecca Gibb, Vinous (Apr 2024)
Heady aromas of honeyed lime, jasmine, passion fruit, pineapple and grass flow to a palate that's slippery in texture with nice fruit concentration and the slightest bit of residual sugar to temper the acidity. A strong bottling of this classic style.
91 points, Christina Pickard, Wine Enthusiast (Oct 2024)
The 2023 Single Vineyard Taylors Pass Sauvignon Blanc is opulent, glossy and rich, with lemon curd, sherbet, applesauce and passion fruit. The 2023s are starkly different from the 2024s, and I must confess to having a strong preference for the 2024 iterations, which are focused, fresh and powerful. 12.5% alcohol, sealed under screw cap.
90 points, Erin Larkin, Wine Advocate (Dec 2024)
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