Passel Estate Sauvignon Blanc 2023

 

Thrilling Sauvignon Blanc. Passel Estate continues to make me sit up and take notice. A label that was foreign to me until recently, it has quickly become one to watch. 

I can still hear owner Wendy Stimpson’s words ringing in my ears: “We are small but perfectly formed.” She’s not wrong. 

Lime juice and lemon pith bring the citrus zing, followed by a glorious burst of tang and sherbet. Honeydew melon, lemongrass and snow peas add a fresh, vibrant layer, but it’s the texture that really sets this apart. 20% was fermented in old French oak and spent five months on lees delivering a delightful sheet of creaminess across the palate, providing softness and shape without dulling the wine’s energy. Bright, energetic acidity keeps everything moving. 

Small but perfectly formed? Absolutely!

95/100

Region: Margaret River
RRP: $35
Source: Sample

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