Wending Home Estate Sauvignon Blanc VQA 2020

This is very much in the Bordeaux sauvignon mold with restraint, some elegance and a judicious touch wood spice folding into the grassy, fresh herb/juniper and grapefruity notes. Although not ‘showy’ it is nicely complex and detailed. Sits mid-weight with fresh acidity, moderate alcohol and very good to excellent length. Nicely balanced. This Niagara sub-appellation has a strong reputation for sauvignon blanc based on long term success at neighbouring Creekside. And in the hands of skilled winemaker Ron Giesbrecht the results are excellent. Tasted January 2022. (David Lawrason,winealign.com)