Today we are going to talk about our second entry in our Wines under Nine series, the Nobilo Sauvignon Blanc hailing from Marlborough New Zealand.
The Sauvignon Blanc’s are a light crispy and refreshing varietal that are easy to drink and perfect for a hot summer day.
The Nobilo Sauvignon Blanc is one of my favorite examples of this varietal regardless of the price. When you consider its price tag of only $8.99 it’s an absolute steal.
Here are some the characteristics to look for you drink it:
- The nose is clean with strong citrus characteristics
- Your first taste will definitely present those citrusy flavors that you smelled but there will an almost “grassy” flavor as well.
- The finish is crisp and clean without the tannic aftertaste of something like a big red wine.
- This wine doesn’t need a ton of time to breathe to get the best possible flavors. It’s going to be pretty much good to go as soon as you open the bottle.
- As with any white wine, I prefer to drink them chilled.
- This wine pairs best with fish but we have also paired with poultry to good effect.
- Like the Peachy Canyon before it, this wine is remarkably consistent. We have also been drinking this one for years and have always enjoyed it.
I typically purchase this bottle from Trader Joes but it is also available in local super markets here in southern California. If you can’t find this particular bottle, I highly recommend experimenting with other Sauvignon Blanc’s from the Marlborough New Zealand area. They all have a similar citrusy flavor which I think that you will enjoy.
We have tried several bottles from the region and even though we think the Nobilo is the best bang for your buck, they have all been pretty good.
If you do pick up a bottle, let us know what you think!
Thanks for reading.
