90 | Western Cape Sauvignon Blanc “WO “Sun and Air” 2022 – Boutinot |
| This wine hails from vineyards cultivated on the slopes of Paarl Mountain, a vast granite outcrop, imparting notable minerality to the wine. It presents a pale straw yellow color and offers an aromatic bouquet that encompasses tropical fruits, asparagus, and wild herbs. On the palate, it distinguishes itself with freshness and minerality, accompanied by hints of ripe yellow melon and herbs, displaying a solid structure and a medium-length finish. |
91 | Marlborough Sauvignon Blanc 2022 – Mount Riley |
| The wine is characterized by its pale straw yellow color with greenish reflections and an aromatic profile that features delicate notes of elderflowers and gooseberries, enriched by hints of green pepper and lime. On the palate, the wine presents a medium-bodied structure, accompanied by refreshing acidity and nuances of white-fleshed fruits and green tea. |
91 | Friuli Sauvignon Blanc 2022 – Ronco del Frassino |
| This wine stands out with its captivating pale straw yellow color and hints of greenish reflections. On the nose, it offers a fragrant and distinctive bouquet with notes reminiscent of pink grapefruit and exotic fruits, particularly mango. The palate is marked by pleasant freshness and excellent structural quality. |
91 | Rueda Sauvignon Blanc 2022 – Mendae |
| The vineyards are situated on clay-limestone soils at altitudes ranging from 750 to 800 meters above sea level. The result is a wine with a pale straw yellow color and greenish reflections, characterized by a complex aromatic bouquet that combines herbaceous, mineral, and fruity nuances. On the palate, it stands out for its freshness and salinity, featuring hints of ripe apricot, a lively character, a harmonious sip, and a long-lasting finish. |
92 | Terre Siciliane Sauvignon Blanc “Mamarì” 2022 – Cantine Fina |
| Vineyards located at an altitude of 750 meters above sea level, in the heart of Western Sicily. This wine is characterized by a delicate pale straw yellow color, and on the nose, it reveals intense vegetal aromas, with evident notes of green pepper and tomato leaf. In the mouth, fruity nuances of pineapple and banana emerge, accompanied by floral accents of elderflower, broom, and hawthorn. |
93 | Alto Adige Sauvignon Blanc 2022 – Blumenfeld |
| The wine presents itself with a vivid straw yellow tone and greenish highlights, exuding an aroma characterized by typical vegetal nuances of the variety, such as tomato leaves, sage, and nettle. These intertwine with subtle floral notes of acacia and fruity hints ranging from yellow peach to lime. On the palate, this wine offers a fresh and delicate sip, complemented by a solid structure and a pleasantly lingering aftertaste. |
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