Color

In the glass it is a creamy light straw color.

Aroma

On the nose the dominant note is the grapefruit. There is also lime and a hint of grass. Green apple and honeydew components are also present. Finally there is a fresh mineral note such as that in mineral water which makes this a wine which leads me to expect a good range of flavors on the palate.

Flavor

The attack shows the green apple which was present on the nose. There is good acidity throughout and more of a heaviness to this wine than some Sauvignon Blancs exhibit. The finish is very strong grapefruit and in the mid-palate there is a distinctive Carica papaya component similar to those from Chile. Overall this is a very nice Sauvignon Blanc which shows surprising complexity along with the freshness and acidity commonly found with this varietal.

Rating

I highly recommend this wine if you enjoy Sauvignon Blancs which show a lot of grapefruit. It is well made and I rate it 94 points.

Have you tried this wine or any of the Vision wines from Cono Sur?

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Color

In the glass this wine is a light yellow, straw-like color similar to a Riesling.

Aroma

The nose is quite complex with quite a lot of different aromas showing. There are faint citrus components such as lemon and grapefruit. Dominating the nose is a musky note which might be from the Cayuga. There is also a grape juice aroma perhaps coming from the Muscat.

Flavor

The attack shows a bit of the sweetness, but not excessively. There is a overripe honeydew melon component showing. In the mid-palate I pick up a hint of an orange component. This wine is not highly acidic and surprisingly it is heavier than I would have expected. I believe it is medium-bodied. The finish is short but crisp. This should pair well with spicy food.

Rating

This wine is well priced and is a fascinating blend of grape varieties. For my palate it works better with food than on its own. I rate it 78 points.

I am excited about trying more wines from this producer as I think some of their other wines may fit my palate better. Have you tried any yet?

Credit to My Vine Spot for pointing this wine out to me in Quick Sip: Calling Governor Williamsburg!

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Color

In the glass this wine is a light straw color.

Aroma

Some grapefruit on the nose from this wine along with a good amount of minerality. The damp soil notes are accompanied by cantaloupe, papaya and even a rubbing alcohol note. Very interesting aromas.

Flavor

The attack is very tropical fruit centered and not as much citrus as some Sauvignon Blancs. This wine is also quite heavy and not as acidic as many. There is a hint of lime on the mid-palate followed by grapefruit on the finish. Ripe honeydew melon is present throughout. For a Sauvignon Blanc this wine is unusual in that it can overpower lighter dishes so consider pairing it with creamier dishes.

Rating

For my palate this wasn’t a perfect match. I’d be tempted to drink a good Chardonnay instead. But it does offer some interesting flavors and aromas. I rate it 86 points.

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Color

In the glass this wine is a very light yellow similar to straw.

Aroma

On the nose, the grapefruit is a dominant component along with green apple. There is also lime and a bit of chlorine like minerality.

Flavor

On the attack the green apple is showing nicely then the grapefruit is present on the attack and the finish. The mid-palate exhibits lemon rind and there is a hint of custard apple as well. There is good acidity which makes this wine a great match for lighter foods.

Rating

I like this wine and recommend it especially if you like grapefruit. I rate it 88 points.

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Color

In the glass this wine is a light straw color.

Aroma

There is a big grapefruit component on the nose of this wine. It is supplemented by aromas of lime and green apple. There is also a hint of minerals and an unusual ripe banana scent. I’ve never really detected banana before on a Sauvignon Blanc wine.

Flavor

The grapefruit that was present on the nose continues strongly on the palate. The attack and mid-palate are full of grapefruit flavors. There is also a good amount of honeydew on the finish. For a Sauvignon Blanc, this wine is thicker and somewhat creamy. It is a little lower than some in acid so it almost has some sweet character even though it is a dry wine.

Rating

I like this wine. It has some unique flavors and aromas that I don’t always encounter in a Sauvignon Blanc at this price point. It is a bit too thick and creamy for me to really love it. I rate it 88 points.

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Color

In the glass this wine is an attractive, medium gold color.

Aroma

There is a lot of grapefruit showing on the nose of this wine. It comes across with more of a red grapefruit nose than anything else. There is also a creamy lemon meringue component which is very nice.

Flavor

On the attack the grapefruit makes the transition from the nose. It is prevalent throughout and is joined in the mid-palate and finish by honeydew melon notes and even honey by itself on the finish. For a Sauvignon Blanc this is a heavy wine tending more toward the viscous nature of Chardonnay or Viognier. There is good acidity on the finish. This is a good wine to pair with food.

Rating

This is a well made wine, a good value, and I like it. Even at room temperature, it shows no obvious flaws. I rate it 88 points. I think I would have enjoyed it more if the fruit would have shown more flavors. Perhaps in the next vintage.

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Color

In the glass this wine is a beautiful golden color.

Aroma

There is a hint of cinnamon on the nose of this wine. I also get orange and ripe mango components. There is also some pineapple as well. Overall a very tropical fruit nose.

Flavor

On the attack the oranges and peaches are dominant. In the mid-palate and finish I get more citrus components which remind me of red grapefruit. Be prepared for the sweetness on this wine. It is definitely not dry. I couldn’t find the amount of residual sugar on this wine, but it must be fairly high. Comment if you know it please. However for a spicy meal it should pair well and the acid is enough to balance some of the sweetness.

Rating

I like this wine. It is a steal at this price. Just know what you are getting regarding the sugar levels. But if sweet fruit forward white wines match your palate then I strongly recommend you try this wine. I rate it 86 points.

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Color

In the glass this wine is a very light color, almost clear like water.

Aroma

The first aroma showing is green apple. It is accompanied by notes of pears and a unique brie cheese component. The brie cheese note isn’t like a smelly component, it is more of what I would describe as a mineral component perhaps connected with the rind of a brie cheese. I also get a basic white grape aroma. Over all it is a very fresh nose.

Flavor

There is lemon on the attack and then honeydew and some nice grapefruit components on the mid-palate. It finishes with nice acidity and lingers with a white grape juice component. It is fresh, crisp and light. Good before a meal or as a complement to a salad.

Rating

It is difficult to beat the price of this wine as a simple dry white wine. I recommend trying it and rate it 86 points.

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Color

In the glass it is a very light beige color.

Aroma

On the nose this wine shows good green apple and ripe melon notes. There is also a distinct custard apple note.

Flavor

On the attack there is honeycrisp apple flavors and then in the mid-palate a honey note is present. It finishes with pineapple and grapefruit notes. The acidity of this wine will make it very food friendly and crisp. It is medium bodied and unlike a lot of wines it actually improves as it warms up. Despite the fact that it is a dry wine, the fruit provides a lot of rich flavors.

Rating

I enjoyed this wine and liked the difference between it and Chardonnay under oak. I only wish it was available in a vintage version. I rate it a solid 88 points.

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Color

In the glass it is a very light golden color typical of this style.

Aroma

On the nose there are excellent lemon notes combined with a fresh cool water aroma. Reminds me of cold cold tap water perhaps due to a bit of chlorine component.

Flavor

On the attack there is a lot of lemon and lime but without the sweetness of Sprite. On the mid-palate there is a bit of quinine which reminds me of tonic water. The finish exhibits grapefruit notes. Over all it is a crip light, citric acid style which pairs very well with light dishes. Nothing is negative with this Vinho Verde, nor is it complex.

Rating

I like this wine. It is exactly what I expect for its style and price. I rate it 88 points.

Did you know quinine is used to treat malaria and other diseases? Hence the “tonic” in tonic water. Wonder what this wine will help with.

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