So, we’re back to the subject of cat pee. On the nose, that is.
If we were talking about anything other than New Zealand Sauvignon Blanc, that would be rather disgusting. As it is, it remains difficult for many people to get past.
I mean, if you were to get into your car and be greeted with the aroma (or is it odor?) of cat pee, you would probably be quite upset and not want to be in the car until you got rid of the smell. Likewise if it were in your house.
But if it’s in your glass, are you then supposed to treat it as a pleasant experience? In a word, maybe.
You see, the aroma of cat pee is one of the strange characteristics that sets NZ Sauvignon Blanc apart from Sauv Blancs from other regions of the world. You will experience it on the nose, along with the other elements of the bouquet.
On the palate, however, it will most certainly not taste like it was excreted from an animal. New Zealand Sauvignon Blancs are some of the most crisply flavorful wines being produced anywhere.
I recently tasted WhiteHaven’s version, a 2008 Marlborough Sauvignon Blanc. It was produced in the classic style, with bracing acidity well framed in citrus and eucalyptus notes.
Yes, there was cat pee on the nose, and yes, it was a very good wine and made an excellent partner with seafood pasta.
It was a bit pricey (low $20’s), but was above average in quality and style and held up very well after being open for a couple of days. A good wine with seafood, but can also be served on its own as an aperitif, or simply a good tasting, crisp glass of quality white wine.
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