Giesen Sauvignon Blanc 2018
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This Marlborough Sauvignon Blanc is aromatically expressive and generously flavored with freshly cut herbs, scrumptious tropical fruit with subtle notes of blackcurrant leaf.
Pair with fresh shellfish, such as mussels or clams, steamed in a simple tomato, garlic and fresh herb broth with a touch of chili.
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Wilfred Wong of Wine.com
COMMENTARY: The Giesen Sauvignon Blanc is a consistent, top-performer in its category. The 2018 vintage is showing quite well. TASTING NOTES: This wine is fresh, bright, and accessible. Its juicy aromas and flavors of ripe citrus, dried herbs, and earth are up-front and friendly. Pair it with a bowl of steamers. (Tasted: August 22, 2019, San Francisco, CA)
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James Suckling
Super bright and vibrant with a fresh array of tangy lemons and limes. Has some tangy, crunchy resolve. Drink now. Screw cap.
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From the Estate Range to the Single Vineyard Series, Giesen delivers stylish wines that showcase the riches of Marlborough.
Proudly family-owned by three brothers Theo, Alex and Marcel since 1981. Originally from Germany, today the Giesen brothers are the proprietors of 13 vineyards located throughout the highly sought after Wairau Valley, a subregion of Marlborough. The vineyards spread across the length & breadth of the valley giving a range of grape growing conditions and flavor. 20% of Giesen vineyards are certified organic or in transition.
The Giesens are the leading buyers of German 1,000 liter Fuder barrels in New Zealand. The Fuders are coveted in winemaking for the lees influence (due to large dimension across the bottom of the barrel) as well as the lighter oak toasting – which provides an aromatic sweetness. Giesen is known and respected for showcasing Marborough’s unique vineyard and vintage characteristics and to delivering superb vine-to-bottle quality across the range