Elegant, juicy and flavorful, with aromas of limes, gooseberries and some fresh grass. It's medium-bodied with fresh acidity and succulent lemons and herbs. Fresh finish. Drink or hold. Screw cap.

The 2025 Alpine Rift Sauvignon Blanc leads with cassis, snow pea, green apple and brine. In the mouth, the wine is mineral and flinty yet taut and tropical, with attractively tense acidity that balances the fruit. I really like this; it screams Marlborough Sauvignon Blanc," and it does so with some class. This is very good. 13% alcohol, sealed under screw cap."