Babich, Wakefield Downs Sauvignon Blanc, Marlborough

This is almost clear ... almost. Big on white grapefruit, gooseberry and cut grass, the palate is racy and zippy. No real depth, but at $11.00 this is an over-performing QPR. (“Ponga” is a term for a fern in NZ with a silver underside the reflects the light of the moon. Indigenous people used the fern to mark trails that could be followed at night.) 12.5% alc. With omelettes. Recommended with reservations.

DDB enjoyed it over a couple of nights while preparing dinner.