In picking the wines, I wanted to pick three wines, from different areas and at different price points, though staying under $15 as the Weekly Wine Journal’s budget is not as robust as you might think.
Starborough, 2011 Sauvignon Blanc, Marlborough New Zealand.
The nose on this wine has hints of lime and lemon grass, not an incredibly aromatic nose. On the palate the lime like acidity really pops, giving the wine a refreshing perk. The lemon grass that Sauv Blancs from Marlborough are well known for made an appearance in the mid palate, and was quite nicely balanced, not over powering. I enjoyed the tart crispness of this wine, a good straightforward, refreshing wine wine for a hot summer day.
Over the years many people have told me how much they have enjoyed the Barefoot wines. They assured me they weren’t that bad. So I decided I would give them a try. Unfortunately they were all wrong. I found it difficult to detect a nose on this wine. The palate was one dimensional. It really just tasted like watered down kids apple juice, with an unpleasant hint of alcohol.
There you have it folks, 2 wines to enjoy and one to avoid. Have you tried any of these wines? What kinds of wines do you enjoy when the weather heats up?
Personally, I go in and out with Barefoot. I don’t think I’ve tried the Sauvignon Blanc. I find their Chardonnay to be pretty pleasing and their rosé, if I remember was not bad. I agree that there isn’t much of an aroma, though. And I stay far far away from their reds. It’s been years since I tasted them though. American wines are near impossible to find here.
I’d love to try that Washington Hills – the lychee sounds perfect on a warm day!