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.
Spy Valley Marlborough NZ Sauvignon Blanc 2008
Copyright © 2010 Bob Campbell. Republishing Info.
90/100
In a normal vintage I would pick this as an Awatere wine with typical pea pod and tomato leaf flavours. The wine shows reasonable concentration and has an appealing mineral/slate character. The flavours show good focus and purity. Good acidity gives a pleasantly drying finish.
Searching retailers...
Tasted: Oct 2008 Closure: S'cap Average price: NZD $20 (~USD $14)
Note: USD pricing is a simple currency conversion from NZD and may not reflect the actual US retail pricing.
Other reviews that might interest you:
Dog Point Section 94 Marlborough NZ Sauvignon Blanc 2008
Allan Scott Millstone Marlborough NZ Sauvignon Blanc 2008
Clifford Bay Marlborough 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.