Sudsteiermark, AustriaWilli Sattler has earned the respect of wine lovers and the international media, and Sattlerhof is considered one of the top estates in Austria. His goal as a winemaker and representative of Styria is to remind the world that, in Styria, Sauvignon Blanc is the reigning champion. Pale lemon-gold in the glass, Sattlerhof’s 2014 Sauvignon Blanc offers aromas of gooseberries, star fruit, freshly cut grass, sage, and saline minerals. Fresh and electric on the palate, the wine presents fascinating suggestions of white grapefruit, nectarine, yellow bell peppers, papaya, and white pepper. Long, zesty, and lingering, the wine finishes with fresh, classic Sauvignon suggestions of white pepper, herbs and grass made especially delicious by Styria’s juicy, fresh papaya, lemon, nectarine, and grapefruit core. This is superb Sauvignon Blanc from Austria’s premier homeland for the variety: fans of Sancerre and other Sauvignon Blanc must try this wine. It will pair seamlessly with white flesh fish preparations, sauteed green leafy vegetables, white asparagus, light pork and poultry recipes, and sushi.
A February 2019 newsletter selection
