Pearmund Cellars is an extraordinary player in the Virginia Wine industry. However, the Pearmund Cellars Sauvignon Blanc is ordinary. A good, easy drinkable wine to many newbies but more experienced palettes may not be entirely impressed. It's complexity falls short with repeated sips but has a nice acidic balance - slightly tangy, in a tropical way, very dry and crisp and not sweet. Most likely goes well with seafood and Mexican dishes (think mango salsa). This is the first wine you experience during a tasting at Pearmund Cellars and captures a great first impression with those unfamiliar with Pearmund's products. A good, safe family table or potluck wine that won't offend many palettes. At a moderate $19 a bottle, one would just expect more. Because it contains 15% Viognier, a very successful varietal in Virginia, it still has enough edge and character to lure in less experienced palettes (my mother likes it). Not completely a loss by any means. But not the best Pearmund Cellars has to offer.
Year: 2008
Vineyard: Volturno Vineyard
13% Alcohol
Sweetness: 1 of 10
Dryness: 7 of 10
Tannins: 0 of 10
Acidity: 8 of 10
Body: 3 of 10
Flavors: Citrus, Pepper, Lemongrass, Asparagus
Ideal Season to Savor: Summer
I recommend visiting Pearmund Cellars and taste for yourself.
Open Daily 10am to 6pm
6910 Georgetown Road, Broad Run, VA 20137
Tastings run from $5-7 for classic and reserve wines.
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