THE ISLANDER '360' 2023 SAUVIGNON BLANC ($55 / Kangaroo Island, SA)
I have never been very keen on Australian Sauvignon Blanc as I feel it has too much thiols - the chemical that gives it its OTT passionfruit characters. I much prefer the Spanish and French Sauvignon Blanc as they are more subtle, elegant & complex without the "in your face" passionfruit aromas & flavours.
This week's wine is a brilliant example of an Aussie Sav Blanc in the European style.
The 360 Wines 2023 Kangaroo Island Sav Blanc barrel fermented is utterly brilliant. It has a gorgeous European bouquet of florals, freshly mown lawn & a hint of asparagus. The palate is delightful, superbly rich, complex, elegantly tasty with a crisp refreshing finish.
TRULY OUTSTANDING - SO CLASSY!!
Dan Traucki