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Tanzer’s Highest Rated Sauvignon Under $20 From New Zealand
New Zealand is still the leader in the marketplace when it comes to value Sauvignon Blancs that over-deliver. There are a number of a very good ones $20 and under. One of those great values is the 2010 Goldwater Sauvignon Blanc from the Wairau Valley in Marlborough, New Zealand. It has that classic gooseberry flavor, grassy character, and good acidity balanced with some tropical fruit on the finish.
Stephen Tanzer reported on New Zealand Sauvignon Blancs in the latest release of the International Wine Cellar. Here are just a couple of his comments:
“…there have never been more excellent New Zealand choices on retail shelves here at reasonable prices than there are right now.”
“…I was especially impressed this year by the number of vibrant and varietally accurate Sauvignon Blanc in the $20 range. As there are fewer consumers willing to pay up for a bottle of wine in this scary economy, pricing of these wines is extremely competitive, making for a favorable environment for those who are still buying.”
Of those especially impressive Sauvignon Blanc under $20, he gave his highest rating to the 2010 Goldwater Sauvignon Blanc. Our price is $13.97 per bottle with $1 per bottle shipping on a Case! Reviews International Wine Cellar 92 Points
Pale yellow. Pure, scented nose offers citrus peel, tarragon, pepper and subtle saline minerality. Rich, tactile and full but without any impression of weight. The citrus, mineral and spice flavors offer terrific intensity and life in the mouth. A complex, serious wine with outstanding depth. The very long finish hints at passion fruit and guava. (ST) | 
