SCORE :
81
Price:
₹ 825/- (MH)
VALUE FOR Price:
★★★★
This Sauvignon Blanc from the Art Collection captures a very specific expression of Grover Zampa’s work in the vineyard and the cellar. Crafted with a clear stylistic intent, it reflects the freshness and character that Nashik does so well, while staying true to the precision the winery is known for.
Vintage:
2025 (1 year old at tasting)
Alcohol Content:
13%
Type:
White
Varietal:
100% Sauvignon Blanc
Region:
Nashik, Maharashtra
Visual Review
The wine sits in the glass with a pretty transparency that immediately signals freshness. The pale gold hue is clean and luminous.
Aroma Review
The aromas are clear and expressive without being overwhelming. There is a reassuring Sauvignon Blanc backbone here, led by bright grapefruit, followed closely by a more intriguing guava note that adds a playful tropical twist. Herbaceous hints of straw keep everything grounded. The overall aromatic profile feels well-defined and confident, with good variety.
Taste Review
Acidity is high and refreshing, bringing a sharp, clean zing that wakes everything up without turning aggressive. Medium body, agile and easy to drink. Alcohol warmth is neatly tucked in, doing its job quietly in the background. The wine is clearly dry, with fruit flavours carrying the experience rather than any sense of sweetness.
Flavour intensity is strong and persistent, driven by citrus and fruit but lifted by poetic herbaceous notes hinted at earlier. A light green capsicum character makes a subtle appearance, very typical of Nashik whites, yet well-behaved enough not to steal the spotlight. The acidity and fruit work together effortlessly, giving the palate energy without sharp edges. Complexity is engaging, and the finish stretches out long and pleasant, leaving behind freshness and clarity rather than fatigue
The tasting experience is genuinely enjoyable, refreshing, and surprisingly composed. There is enough structure and balance here to suggest good ageing potential, even if it is already doing an excellent job right now.
Availability:
Any wineshop
Food Pairing :
- Fresh salads, citrus salads, goat cheese salad, cucumber salad, avocado salad
- Seafood ceviche, grilled prawns, garlic shrimp, steamed fish, fish tacos
- Sushi, sashimi, vegetable tempura, avocado rolls, cucumber maki
- Grilled vegetables, asparagus grill, zucchini grill, bell pepper grill, corn on the cob
- Paneer tikka, malai paneer tikka, grilled tofu, vegetable skewers
- Dhokla, khandvi, idli, lemon rice, coconut rice
- Thai green curry vegetables, Vietnamese summer rolls, stir fried greens, herb noodles
- Goat cheese tart, fresh chèvre, feta salad, ricotta crostini
Gallery :
Leave a Reply