SCORE :
64
Price:
₹ 775/- (MH)
VALUE FOR Price:
★★★★
At York Winery, Sauvignon Blanc is approached with clarity and intent, shaped by Nashik’s climate and the estate’s focus on clean, expressive winemaking.
Vintage:
2019 (6 years old at tasting)
Alcohol Content:
13%
Type:
White
Varietal:
100% Sauvignon Blanc
Region:
Nashik, Maharashtra
Visual Review
The first impression is reassuringly bright. The wine pours a pretty transparent gold that looks exactly as it should, clear and brilliantly polished, with a colour that feels appropriate and confident without trying to impress too hard. It sits nicely in the glass, catching the light with an easy, no-nonsense charm that sets expectations at a sensible level.
Aroma Review
On the nose, things open up in a friendly and approachable way. The aromatic intensity stays comfortably in the medium range, offering a moderate but coherent set of aromas. Rustic straw notes lead the way, followed by a gentle touch of capsicum that adds a slightly green edge. There’s also a cosy hint of bread in the background, giving the bouquet a grounded, familiar feel. The overall nose quality is good, straightforward, and honest, more about comfort than fireworks.
Taste Review
The palate confirms that refreshing first promise. High acidity gives the wine plenty of energy and zest, making it lively and very easy to drink. Flavour intensity is moderate and the balance is well held, with nothing sticking out awkwardly. The complexity remains average, doing enough to stay engaging but not quite enough to linger in the memory. The finish is moderately long and pleasant, leaving a clean, refreshing impression that invites another sip. That said, while the wine delivers freshness in spades, the flavours themselves don’t push very far, keeping the experience enjoyable but not particularly exciting.
Overall, this is an easygoing Sauvignon Blanc that delivers freshness, balance, and drinkability without pretending to be more than it is. The tasting experience is enjoyable, the wine shows good aging potential, and its energy makes it especially refreshing.
Availability:
Any wineshop
Food Pairing :
- Green salad with citrus dressing, asparagus sauté, grilled zucchini, goat cheese salad
- Grilled fish, fish tacos, shrimp stir fry, seafood pasta
- Roast chicken, chicken schnitzel, herb grilled chicken, turkey cold cuts
- Palak paneer, vegetable pakora, lemon rice, curd rice
- Tandoori chicken, fish tikka, chicken malai kebab, prawn masala
- Fresh paneer, mild cheddar, feta, sourdough bread, herbed focaccia
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