New Zealand Inspires California

Feb 3, 2000
New Zealand Inspires California Just in time for summer, California uncorks a new style of Sauvignon Blanc. Bright, forward citrus and passion fruit flavors with little or no oak influence are reminiscent of those from New Zealand.

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