Here's a Sauvignon Blanc that proves you don't need to spend a fortune to drink seriously well. Paarl Heights comes from vines planted at the foot of Paarl Mountain, the second-largest granite outcrop on the planet, and you can taste that geology in the glass. Decomposed granite soils lend a stony, mineral thread that runs right through the wine, giving it backbone and a real sense of place.
On the nose, expect a lift of fresh nettle and lemon zest, with that classic Sauvignon Blanc green pepper note tucked underneath. The palate follows through with ripe grapefruit and lime, a savoury herbal edge, and a finish that's clean, dry and refreshingly long. Cool harvesting and a slow, gentle fermentation are what keep all that fruit so vivid; nothing is rushed, nothing is lost.
This is the bottle to reach for when you want food-friendly white wine without overthinking it. Brilliant with grilled white fish, a plate of sushi, a herby roast chicken, or an asparagus and goat's cheese salad on a warm evening. It's also a smart house white to keep in the fridge for drop-in guests.
Made by Boutinot's South African team, who have been crafting expressive, terroir-driven wines in the Cape since the mid-nineties. Delivered chilled and ready across the UK, usually within a couple of days.
