2008 Craggy Range "Te Muna Road" Sauvignon Blanc Martinborough

93 points Wine & Spirits: "The storms that hit Marlborough in April 2008 headed off to sea, missing Martinborough. So winemaker Adrian Baker says there was no rain pressure during harvest at Craggy Range, where the 2008 ripened to rich passion fruit flavors. Baker allowed a third of the wine to ferment with indigenous yeast, and fermented a small portion (12 percent) in barrel. The result is a potent, generous sauvignon with lasting spice and saturated fruit flavor. Decant it for crab." Los Angeles Times Wine of the Week "This is classic New Zealand Sauvignon Blanc that practically jumps out of the glass. The 2008 Craggy Range Sauvignon Blanc is grassy as newly mown lawn, with round ripe fruit, a snappy acidity and a fine dry finish. And it's a steal at less than $20. Pop open a bottle to enjoy with salted roasted almonds, chilled seafood, grilled fish or a summery vegetable soup." (6/17/09) And, according to Wine Enthusiast: "While the leafy, nettley notes provide Sauvignon's trademark herbaceousness, this wine's ample weight and slightly creamy texture prove a gentler counterpoint that should make the wine exceptionally versatile at the table. Grapefruit flavors finish long, with gentle herbal overtones." (09/09)