Mount Beautiful, North Canterbury (New Zealand) Sauvignon Blanc 2016

Although the Marlborough region of New Zealand put Sauvignon Blanc on the map, other regions fashion distinctive and equally enjoyable versions.  Take this one from North Canterbury, a region on New Zealand’s east coast in the mid-portion of the South Island.  Paradoxically, it has more weight and fruitiness than many from Marlborough despite its more southerly (cooler) locale.  It maintains a balancing zestiness that keeps it fresh and lively.  Another bargain!