ON-282814

Ataraxia Sauvignon Blanc 2011, Wo Western Cape

Sauvignon Blanc Sauvignon Blanc
Western Cape, South Africa

$17.95 (282814)

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90 pts
4
September 15, 2012

Critic Reviews (2)

John Szabo, MS
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John Szabo, MS

Here's an edgy wine with distinctive personality. High-toned notes blend in with tart citrus and cherry stone aromas...

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Sara d'Amato
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Sara d'Amato

Sugar snap peas, lemongrass and white grapefruit abound on the nose and palate giving the wine unique and somewhat...

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Community Reviews (2)

Adam
Adam

Edgy indeed - fresh citrus and pea shoot / grass aromas. Very tart grapefruit and lemongrass citrus on the palate with some subtle wet stone for complexity. Despite the hard edged acidity, the wine is well balanced with excellent length. Racier than your typical SB but in a mouth wateringly delicious way.

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Roberto Staiano
Roberto Staiano

very surprised by the minerality of this wine, very persistent, herbaceous sensations well-defined ... excellent quality price.

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