Email: Password: Why register?
Bob Campbell, Master of Wine Bob Campbell is one of only 264 Masters of Wine in the world. An international wine judge, Bob judges wine professionally in ten countries and contributes regularly to publications around the world. His specialty is New Zealand wine which he reviews from an international perspective.
Home    Blog    Search: Advanced

Himmelsfeld Nelson NZ Sauvignon Blanc 2008

Copyright © 2012 Bob Campbell, Master of Wine. Republishing Info.

3 Star Rating
84/100 35
Is this the last NZ Sauvignon Blanc not to use a screwcap? Weighty wine with good mouthfeel although the flavours appear slightly dull. Firm acidity leaves a bone-dry finish. Assertive wine with character and some good bready lees influence.
Searching retailers...

Tasted: Oct 2008   Closure: Diam    Average price: NZD $29 (~USD $24)

The above price is the estimated retail price given by the wine maker when it was submitted for review. It may not reflect the actual current market price.
USD pricing is a simple currency conversion from NZD and may not reflect the actual US retail pricing.

Other reviews that might interest you:

Anchorage Nelson NZ Sauvignon Blanc 2008

Brightside Nelson NZ Sauvignon Blanc 2008

Tussock Nelson NZ Sauvignon Blanc 2008

These comments come straight from Bob's unedited tasting notes database. If you notice a spelling error or other problem on this page, please contact us so we can correct it.