Tasting- Prophecy Sauvignon Blanc

Name: Prophecy
Variety: Sauvignon Blanc
Region: Marlborough
Country: New Zealand
Year: 2016
Price: $14
Professional Review (from kenswineguide): This almost clear in colored Sauvignon Blanc from New Zealand opens with a bouquet with lots of green grass and hints of grapefruit, pleasant minerality, lychee and peach. On the palate, it is very pleasant and displays nicely integrated acidity and minerality. The flavor profile is bright lime, green apple, and grapefruit. It finishes dry and would pair nicely with grilled swordfish.

My Review: I thought this wine fell a little short. It seemed flat, and while it was sweet without being syrupy, it seemed to just be warm alcohol juice. There was a bit of unidentifiable fruit but overall tasted very much like a traditional cheap wine (even cheaper than its $14 price tag). The balance was alright, it just seemed to not have a lot of balance in the body or finish well. It was tart on the nose, something that did not continue through to the palate.