Reverse Wine Snob

Wine doesn't have to be expensive to be good

  • About
  • Aldi® Picks
  • Costco® Picks
  • Trader Joe’s® Picks
  • FREE GUIDE
  • Insider Deals
menu icon
go to homepage
Get Our Free Guide
search icon
Homepage link
  • FREE GUIDE!
  • Insider Deals
  • Best Of Lists
    • - Costco
    • - Trader Joe's
    • - Aldi
  • About
  • The Rating System
  • More Helpful Links
    • Facebook
    • Instagram
    • Twitter
  • ×

    Boschendal 1685 Sauvignon Blanc Grande Cuvée - Complex and Creamy

    By: Jon Thorsen Published: January 11, 2012 Last Updated: December 15, 2016

    2009 Boschendal 1685 Grande Cuvee Sauvignon Blanc

    92% Sauvignon Blanc and 8% Semillon from South Africa.

    Available for around $14. Sample received courtesy DGB for review purposes.

    From the bottle:

    "The legend of Boschendal's wines goes as far back as 1685.

    A long, cool growing season allowed the Sauvignon Blanc grapes in mountainous areas of the coastal region to ripen slowly, bringing concentrated flavors to the fore. Commitment to optimum cellar conditions allowed the flavors to be retained in the wine, creating a Sauvignon Blanc with complexity and character. Flavors of tropical fruits and asparagus are complemented by a steely raciness characteristic of a multidimensional wine reflecting superb fruit quality.

    13.5% Alcohol"

    Today's wine will be the third we've tasted from Boschendal, and let's just say the other two have set the bar pretty high. One was the Chardonnay that won The Chardonnay Showdown and other is aShiraz that has a spot on our current Top 10 list. Expectations were high and once again this South African winery delivered.

    The 2009 Boschendal 1685 Sauvignon Blanc Grande Cuvée begins with pleasant aromas of tropical fruit, lime, and a good dose of fresh herbs along with a bit of grass. These same flavors carry over when tasting this creamy and smooth wine. I also enjoyed the spicy minerality that underlies the fruit and continues all the way through the medium-long finish. A very nice Sauvignon Blanc with great acidity, balance and complexity.

    Other recommended buys from Boschendal:
    2009 Boschendal 1685 Shiraz - A Perfectly Pleasing Pepper Party
    2009 Boschendal 1685 Chardonnay - Hello, It's Very Nice to Meet You
    Boschendal 1685 Chardonnay Pinot Noir 2010 - A One-Of-A-Kind Combo You'll Want More Than Once

    See a listing of local retailers selling this wine here.


    Taste Rating: 8              Cost Rating: 6
    Overall Rating: 7.5

    Recommended Buy

     


    1 Rating - Add Yours!

     

    i

    All ratings use a simple 10 point scale with 10 being the best. Find out more about my rating systemhere and check out the Interactive Wine Rating Chart to find all my reviews! You can sort by type of wine, cost, rating, etc. in the interactive spreadsheet.

    Filed Under: Sauvignon Blanc, South Africa

    << Dashwood Marlborough Pinot Noir - Hunt For The Best Pinot Noir Under $20
    Robin K. Central Coast Pinot Noir - Hunt For The Best Pinot Noir Under $20 >>

    About Jon Thorsen

    Author and independent wine consumer helping millions of people find great wines without breaking the bank since 2011. Sign up for my FREE GUIDE to learn how! Read more about me...

    Reverse Wine Snob Insider Deals Header Square

    Limited Time offers with amazing discounts just for our readers.

    Don't Miss Out!

    About Reverse Wine Snob

    Wine doesn't have to be expensive to be good! Jon Thorsen is an independent wine consumer who has been helping millions of people find great wines without breaking the bank since 2011. If you're new to Reverse Wine Snob® sign up for my free guide and don't miss our exclusive Insider Deals! Read more about Reverse Wine Snob in the news and about me.

    Reverse Wine Snob Logo

    Join over 450,000 followers on social media!

    • Facebook
    • Instagram
    • Pinterest
    • Twitter

    Get Our Free Guide! How To Drink Great Wine...Without Breaking The Bank

    Free Guide! How To Drink Great Wine Without Breaking The BankReady to start drinking the best wine of your life, and save money doing it? Sign up for our 5 Day Free Guide!

    Learn More

    Helpful Links

    • - Ask The Expert Series
    • - Browse by Variety, Region, etc.
    • - Buy My Book on Amazon
    • - Get Our Free Guide
    • - How To Choose A Good Bottle of Wine
    • - Insider Deals
    • - Insider Deal FAQ
    • - Printable Lists of Recommended Wines
    • - Ten Tenets of Reverse Wine Snobbery
    • - The Rating System
    • - Wine Tasting Basics

    • - Advertise
    • - Contact Info
    • - Submit Samples for review

    How To Drink Great Wine...Without Breaking The Bank

    Tired of wasting money on bad wine? Sign up for our Free Guide!

    No commitments, no spam. Unsubscribe at any time.

    Best Of Lists!

      • - Aldi Wine
      • - Best Pizza Wines
      • - Best Red Wines of 2022
      • - Box Wines
      • - Cabernet Sauvignon
      • - Chardonnay
      • - Chianti
      • - Costco Wine
      • - French Wines
      • - Italian Wines
      • - Malbec
      • - Merlot
      • - Oregon Wines
      • - Organic Wines
      • - Pinot Noir
      • - Red Blends
      • - Rosé
      • - Riesling
      • - Sauvignon Blanc
      • - Spanish Wines
      • - Sparkling Wine
      • - Syrah
      • - Thanksgiving Wines
      • - Trader Joe's Wine
      • - Vegan Wines
      • - Zinfandel
      • And Many More Best of Lists

    Reverse Wine Snob®: Wine doesn't have to be expensive to be good.

    Copyright © 2011–2023 · Reverse Wine Snob, LLC. | Privacy, Editorial & Advertising Policy