Church & Palmer Savagnin

Nose of lemongrass, with hints of lychee and lime zest. Palate is light-bodied and acidic, with mild flavours of mineral water, lime, and green fruit, but there are also fragrant hints of fig and pear. Previous bottle was better.

Nose shows zesty notes of kaffir lime leaf, lemongrass, and lemon zest, over a smooth, heavy, creamy background. Minerally mouthfeel, and again the creamy texture is evident. Briny flavour with dilute lime juice moderated by hints of white bread, bean shoots, and almond meal. Not at it's best at room temperature: stronger flavours and better, tighter structure straight out of the fridge.

{screwcap, 13.5%} Limestone Coast is exactly the right region for this, because that's exactly what it tastes like; limestones and seawater. The aromas give it away, although it's only of moderate instensity on the nose. Clean briny flavours, like sucking seashells and granite, make up the palate; it has medium acidity and no oak at all. Could be mistaken for albarino quite easily, yes. Dry crunchy finish of short-medium length; not a charming wine, but one that cries out for …