Offers plenty of fresh green herbal notes up front, with lemongrass, thyme and lime zest flavors that sing out on the sleek, light and juicy frame, showing a touch of sea salt on the finish. Drink now. 6,000 cases made, 1,100 cases imported.??–MW??Region: New Zealand / Wairarapa / Martinborough Select to Add

The 2012 Pencarrow Sauvignon Blanc gives green apple aromas alongside green mango, guava and an undercurrent of herbs and grass. A little oily and phenolic on the palate, it has a good fruit cone with nice, herbal characters and a long finish. Drink it now through 2014. Imported by Negociants USA, Napa, CA; tel. (707) 259-0993

The 2010 Pencarrow Sauvignon Blanc displays aromas of fresh grass, thyme and lemon zest with hints of orange blossom and hay. Medium bodied with a decent concentration of apple and herbal flavors, it has crisp acidity and a medium-long finish. Drink it now to 2013. Importer: Negociants USA, Napa, CA.