Hello,I first tried MONKEY BAY SAUVIGNON BLANC, Marlborough, New Zealand ($10) at Legal Sea Food Restaurant in Fort Lauderdale a couple of years ago. I was struck by the tart citrus flavor which went so well with the plate of oysters on the half shell that I was enjoying at the time.
Since then, there has almost always been a bottle or two of Monkey Bay Sauvignon Blanc in the house. Last night, Dorianne and I had a bottle with baked chicken with a sweet glaze, baked potatoes, and Chinese style green beans. Before dinner, we had some Edam cheese and Cheddar cheese with crackers. The wine also went into the chicken glaze.
Here is my impression of the wine:
Color: Light lemon-straw. Aromas: grapefruit, sage and pineapple. The mouth feel is light-bodied, lively, with tart acidity, and refreshing crisp tropical fruit (pineapple, peach and grapefruit) flavors. The finish is crisp with lingering tartness. This wine will go with any seafood, particularly shellfish, chicken dishes, and most light cheeses (the Cheddar was not the best pairing).
Monkey Bay is available generally - I purchased last night's bottle at Pavillions' Grocery Store on sale for $7.29.
Oh, the trip to Vegas was great. We stayed at the Bellagio for a corporate event (Dorianne's). Mostly ballroom meals, meaning the choice between house Merlot and Chardonnay. Nothing worth commenting on. Usually at this semi-annual event, there is a lunch gathering one day based around wine. For some reason, everyone went for a cocktail instead this time.
If you have some comments on the Monkey Bay Sauvignon Blanc, I'd love to hear them.
'Till Next Time,
The Wine Saver
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