This monkey don't shine

Monkey Bay Sauvignon Blanc 2007

A small tag on the neck of this Marlborough, New Zealand bottle tells the story that, in the 19th century, a monkey was seen frolicking in the bay. Hence the name.

I'm glad the monkey had fun, because somebody deserves to. Sadly, that doesn't include drinkers of this rather watery Sauvignon Blanc.

Very promising on the nose, the wine has an immediate hit of asparagus and lemon - a very good start. But there's nothing but citrus and water in the mouth, with a fairly short citric finish.

Goes to show: just because there's a frolicky monkey on the label, doesn't mean there's a frolicky wine inside.

Cheers,
Dave