Kaiken Estate, Mendoza (Argentina) Sauvignon Blanc – Semillon 2020

 The Argentinian wine project Aurelio Montes started in 2001, Kaiken grew rapidly and is best known for its red wines.  But this white is attractively priced and a real head-turner.  An equal blend of Sauvignon Blanc and Semillon, it captures the best of both.  In color it is a light yellow with a hint of green, and in the glass the aroma is a bright mix of flint, citrus and lychee nut along with that grassy note that says “Sauvignon.”   In the mouth it is quite rich and silky smooth with a hint of honey to let you know Semillon is contributing.  Pleasingly fruity with peach and grassy flavors, it finishes with a clean, balancing acidity.  A whole lot of wine for the money, and Vegan to boot.  Makes you want to look more closely at white wines from Argentina.