Chilean Sauvignon Blanc – the tasting notes

For a discussion of a range of Sauvignon Blanc styles from Chile and New Zealand, see Sauvignon Blanc styles analysed.

These notes are listed by score, in ascending order. I have given approximate retail prices in the UK, where known.

Chilcas Reserva Sauvignon Blanc 2007 Casablanca Valley 14.5 Drink 2007
Extremely dry and just too eyewateringly crisp. Good do with a bit more fruit weight to balance the tartness. (JH)
£6.59

Aromo Reserve Sauvignon Blanc 2007 Maule Valley 14.5 Drink 2007-08
Initial hit of vanilla and coconut, with passionfruit flavours following on. Don’t think the oak has worked with...