Like all Australians we have been devastated to watch the disastrous bushfires ravaging the country this summer. Friends and neighbours in the Adelaide Hills have lost property, vineyards, equipment and homes. The impact on the Hills wine region has been severe and will be long-lasting. We have been further horrified to witness the emerging images…
Terre à Terre Down to Earth Sauvignon Blanc 2018 “Pristine, racy, tightly wound Sauvignon Blanc but there’s more than meets the palate here. Lemony tang, touch of passionfruit, but a curl of distinct chalky minerality, faintest creamy-savouriness and a rod of steely acidity through it all. Lots going on. Complex yet understated. A charm.” 93…
Down to Earth Sauvignon Blanc 2018 “The only problem with Xavier Bizot & Lucy Croser’s Sauv Blanc wines is that they need more time. I feel like I’m wasting energy opening this now when experience tells me that they need at least 2 years in bottle. Anyway, this is handpicked Sauv from the Crayères Vineyard…
James Suckling published this review on jamessuckling.com in May 2019: Terre à Terre Down to Earth Sauvignon Blanc 2018 “Some herbal and leafy notes, ahead of a tropical-fruit and lime focus. The palate has a very smooth and gently fleshy feel. Chalky finish. Drink now. Screw cap.” 91 points
