WINE DESCRIPTION
This Giesen Sauvignon Blanc is a light, refreshing white wine from New Zealand's Marlborough region. The nose is vibrant with aromas of fresh lime, grapefruit, cut grass and a hint of passionfruit. On the palate, the wine is light and crisp, with flavors of lemon, lime, and grapefruit, as well as a subtle herbal note and a zesty, mineral finish. This is a great wine to enjoy with seafood, salads, and light pastas.
NOTES FROM VINOVOSS SOMMELIER
This Giesen Sauvignon Blanc is a delicious white wine with a bright, crisp nose of citrus and tropical fruit aromas.On the palate, this wine is light and refreshing, with a juicy acidity and flavors of citrus, green apple, and grassy notes. The finish is crisp and clean, with lingering flavors of lemon and grapefruit. Overall, this wine is a great example of a classic New Zealand Sauvignon Blanc.
EXPERT RATING
3.8
DRINKING WINDOW
Now
2026
Profile
Sweetness:
Dry
Dry
Lusciously Sweet
Alcohol:
Moderate
Very Low Alcohol
Very High
Intensity:
Pronounced
Subtle
Powerful
Body:
Medium
Light Bodied
Full Bodied
Acidity:
Vibrant
Soft
Crisp
Tannin:
No tannin
No Tannin
Grippy
GRAPES (1)
Sauvignon Blanc
ORIGINS
Winery: Giesen
Region: Marlborough
Marlborough is a wine region located in the northeast corner of New Zealand's South Island. It is the country's largest and most important wine-producing region, accounting for over 75% of the nation's total wine production. With its unique combination of geography, climate, and soil, Marlborough has become a world-renowned producer of high-quality wines.
Marlborough's wine industry began in the 1970s, when the first vineyards were planted in the region. Since then, the region has seen tremendous growth, with the number of vineyards increasing from just a handful in the 1970s to over 600 today. Marlborough's wines have become increasingly popular around the world, and the region now produces some of the most sought-after wines in the world.CUSTOMER RATING
3.9
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