Isabel Estate Sauvignon Blanc 2011 (Marlborough, NZ)
12.5%, Screwcap, $32
Source: Tasting
www.isabelvineyard.com
I can see the more subtle and refined style aimed for here, but this tastes just a little off the pace for these dollars. 16.5/88
Isabel Estate Sauvignon Blanc 2011 (Marlborough, NZ)
12.5%, Screwcap, $32
Source: Tasting
www.isabelvineyard.com
I can see the more subtle and refined style aimed for here, but this tastes just a little off the pace for these dollars. 16.5/88
At 18, I started working in a small suburban bottleshop, largely to buy cheap beer. It was my first year of university, slogging through physics and chemistry, so a liquor shop seemed like fun. But then, I fell in love with wine and craft beer, and it took over my life.
Twenty three years later and I spend my days wearing many beverage hats and judge at wine shows around the world...Read more
Support Australian Wine Review
Help keep this site free, independent, and brutally honest for another 12 years
START SUPPORTING HERE
3 Comments
I'd love your take on the '11 chardonnay. I reckon NZ chardies are well underrated (I've not tried the Isobel.)
The enthusiasts are dropping sauv blanc like it's developed personal hygiene issues and stampeding to the pinots. Even the stinky ones!
There is still glory in Sauv Blanc, it just sits somewhat afield. Kiwi Chardies are most underrated beasts, true.
How's about a review of the 2011 Isabel chardy? Not sure if it's out yet.
My daughter's middle name is Isabel and was born in 2011 (3 months ago.) So, I've got a sentimental reason for buying it. Pity it won't cellar for 18 years 🙁