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Goose Bay Sauvignon Blanc, Kosher - 2023

Name: Goose Bay Sauvignon Blanc, Kosher
Brand: Goose Bay
SKU: 15096
Price: 21.99 USD
Availability: InStock

Item # 15096 750mL

One of the first kosher Sauvignon Blancs from New Zealand to arrive in America, this creamy white wine has notes of gooseberry, sage, and magnolia blossoms. It is medium-bodied and makes an ideal companion to salmon or chicken. Mevushal and Kosher for Passover.

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Kosher for Passover

Color

White

Vintage

2023

Country

New Zealand

Region

South Island

Sub-Region

Marlborough

Producer

Goose Bay

Grape Variety

Sauvignon Blanc

Production Methods

Organic

Kosher for Passover

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Staff Pick Notes

Kosher wines have come a long way from boiling wines in the Middle Age to avoid poisoning. This Sauvignon Blanc from New Zealand is a perfect example. Bright, fresh, crisp, and delicious, it's everything you have come to expect for an SB from NZ--it just happens to be kosher. L'Chaim!

- JGM

Glossary

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