Ned Black Label Sauvignon Blanc

I must confess that, generally, I’m not a big fan of Sauvignon Blanc. Often wines of this grape remind me of washing up liquid, which is never an attractive taste.

However, this 2007 Ned Black Label Waihopai River New Zealand sauvignon blanc has everything you would want from a very dry white.

Majestic Wines claim it has a “nose of nettles and grass”. For me, though, it is reminiscent of freshly cut grapefruit.

On drinking, the grapefruit combines with other zesty flavours, such as lime and lemon. I guess this is one of those wines that is traditionally described as “complex” but it might be better described as “demanding”.

There are lots of flavours here all asking for attention and, like a stroppy teenager, demanding you pay them the respect they really deserve.

As far as very dry whites go, this is an excellent wine and I would recommend it highly.

RATING: 8 out of 10

WHERE TO BUY ?

£8.33 from Majestic Wines - click here to buy it now