The Paper Nautilus Sauvignon Blanc 2023
- 93
- $36
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Subtle toast and lemon butter lead on the nose, followed by layers of nettle, green almond, lemongrass, lemon rind, a hint of green olive brine and green gage plum. It’s savoury, intriguing, and quietly complex. The palate is textural and fulsome, driven by bursts of lemongrass, green apple and lemon peel. Crushed rock minerality adds dimension, while pithy acidity brings structure and line, extending into a long, citrus-charged finish. A distinctive and beguiling expression of Marlborough Sauvignon Blanc—characterful, composed and packed with interest.
Tom Kline is a wine writer, reviewer, presenter, and educator based in Victoria, Australia. He is the Australian correspondent for the internationally respected publications Jasper Morris Inside Burgundy and Jane Anson Inside Bordeaux, where he highlights the top tier of Australian wine for a global audience. Tom also writes for leading outlets including Decanter (UK), Wine Spectator (US), and Halliday Magazine, among others. An experienced wine show judge and WSET educator, he has authored several consumer-focused wine courses aimed at making wine more accessible and engaging. In 2023, Tom was awarded Best Published Feature Article or Wine Column at the prestigious Wine Communicator Awards, presented by Wine Communicators of Australia.
