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The Sauvignon Blanc of Summer – Four Fine Finds

By: Jon Thorsen Last Updated: June 4, 2019

From Naked Wines.

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The 2013 Lay of the Land Sauvignon Blanc, the 2013 Matt Iaconis Margaret River Sauvignon Blanc + Semillon, the 2013 Rachis by Randy Hester Sauvignon Blanc and the 2012 Villebois Sauvignon Blanc.

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Sauvignon Blanc is one of the most popular white varieties and accordingly is found in vineyards in many different countries. Originally from Western France, this easy to grow and adaptable grape is actually a parent to Cabernet Sauvignon. It’s also one of our favorite white varieties for the dog days of summer.

And while Sauvignon Blanc presents one of the more recognizable flavor profiles in the wine world, it can still vary quite a bit by region. Today we visit four of these regions to sample this grape and uncover some great deals from NakedWines.com on this wonderfully refreshing wine for summer!

2013-Lay-Of-The-Land-Sauvignon-BlancFirst up is the 2013 Lay of the Land Sauvignon Blanc from Marlborough, New Zealand. It has an SRP of $26.99 and is available to NakedWines.com Angels for $11.99. Or new customers can use the $100 sign-up voucher below and the steps outlined in this post to combine the Angel pricing with the voucher and get this wine for less than $7 a bottle. (See more about the Naked Wines model and Angel pricing here.) Sample submitted for review.

From the bottle:

“Lay of the Land wines have been a long time coming. After 10 years as head winemaker with a leading Marlborough winery, the beautiful Angels and our wonderfully dedicated farming friends have combined with to bring this long dreamt of project to your wine glasses. It is still hard to believe it’s really happening – thanks to all of you Angels!

2013 Lay of the Land Sauvignon Blanc is born from the best growing seasons in recent memory. A cool and late growing season combined with an extended ‘Indian Summer’ allowing grapes to develop incredible flavour intensity. Sweet and sour citrus combine with ripe juicy acidity to frame a wine bursting with pure fruit intensity. Look forward to hearing from you.

13% Alcohol”

The 2013 Lay of the Land Sauvignon Blanc begins with with the typical (and delightful) New Zealand grass and gooseberry aromas along with a nice bit of citrus. The same flavors from the nose carry over when tasting with the citrus focusing in on orange and a whole lot of grassiness and gooseberry coming out mid-palate and leading into the long finish. A very well done example of New Zealand Sauvignon Blanc!


Taste Rating: 7              Cost Rating: 9
Overall Rating: 7.5

Recommended Buy


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Next is the 2013 Rachis by Randy Hester Sauvignon Blanc from the North Coast of California. It has an SRP of $22.99 and is available to NakedWines.com Angels for $12.99. New customers can use the $100 sign-up voucher below and the steps outlined in this post to combine the Angel pricing with the voucher and get this wine for less than $8 a bottle. (See more about the Naked Wines model and Angel pricing here.) Sample submitted for review.

From the bottle:

“Based on the popularity of Rachis, the Angels requested an increase in production and they again funded the whole thing! A big thank you to my Archangels, Angels, and all of my Drinking Buddies at NakedWines.com. Without your energetic support and kind words this would not have been possible. I feel very fortunate to be involved with all of you.”

The 2013 Rachis by Randy Hester Sauvignon Blanc leans more toward the citrusy side with hints of honeysuckle to go along with some light tropical fruit and grassy notes. Clean, crisp and tasty in the mouth, this easy to drink wine showcases lots of honeyed and tangy citrus (tangerine, lemon) and tropical fruit (grapefruit and pineapple). It ends very long and refreshing.


Taste Rating: 7              Cost Rating: 9
Overall Rating: 7.5

Recommended Buy


2013-Matthew-Iaconis-Sauv-Blanc-SemillonThird is the 2013 Matt Iaconis Margaret River Sauvignon Blanc + Semillon, a blend of 80% Sauvignon Blanc and 20% Semillon from Margaret River, Australia. It has an SRP of $21.99 and is available to NakedWines.com Angels for $12.99. New customers can use the $100 sign-up voucher below and the steps outlined in this post to combine the Angel pricing with the voucher and get this wine for less than $8 a bottle. (See more about the Naked Wines model and Angel pricing here.) Sample submitted for review.

From the bottle:

“Wow, thank you Nakedwines.com Angels! From the moment I entered the wine industry, I have dreamed of the opportunity to make my own wines. With your support, this dream is now a reality and I couldn’t be more thankful. I truly value your feedback so please drop me a line and let me know how I’m doing. Thanks again!

12.5% Alcohol”

The 2013 Matt Iaconis Margaret River Sauvignon Blanc + Semillon adds in 20% Semillon, a very popular combination in France and Australia. The wine begins with pleasant aromas of grass, tropical fruit and citrus. It tastes a bit grassier in the mouth than on the nose but a nice mix of citrus and tropical fruit still predominate in this smooth wine with excellent mouthfeel. The excellent and very long finish is full of tart fruit.


Taste Rating: 7              Cost Rating: 9
Overall Rating: 7.5

Recommended Buy


2012-Villebois-Sauvignon-BlancAnd last (but not least) is the 2012 Villebois Sauvignon Blanc from Loire Valley, France. It has an SRP of $25.99 and is available to NakedWines.com Angels for $11.49. New customers can use the $100 sign-up voucher below and the steps outlined in this post to combine the Angel pricing with the voucher and get this wine for less than $6 a bottle. (See more about the Naked Wines model and Angel pricing here.) Sample submitted for review.

From the bottle:

“The historic Loire Valley is the home of the Sauvignon Blanc grape. Villebois, situated in the very heart of this royal valley, produces this delicious, dry wine combining elegance and crispness with the fruitiness of gooseberries and exotic fruits. To be enjoyed with goat cheese, oysters, and fish. Serving temperature: 48-52F.

12.5% Alcohol”

The 2012 Villebois Sauvignon Blanc begins with very pleasant aromas of tropical fruit, lemon, lime and a touch of grassiness. The wine tastes crisp and is full of very flavorful tropical fruit and citrus that’s a bit creamy in the mouth. This is really a fantastically refreshing wine with good complexity and balance. (Don’t drink it too cold or you’ll lose some of that complexity.) It ends with very good length and lots of lingering tart grapefruit and lemongrass. This bottle will go quickly on a hot day!


Taste Rating: 8              Cost Rating: 10
Overall Rating: 8.5

Bulk Buy


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Published: March 14, 2015 Filed Under: Bulk Buy, Deals, Naked Wines, Sauvignon Blanc

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