I hope that this trend doesn't persist as it will damage New Zealands reputation for great Sauvignon Blanc and probably have a knock on effect for other varietals, such as Pinot Noir.
New Zealand wine is expensive worldwide and purchasers are fickle and when they taste poor quality wine from Marlborough then they will move to another country or region.
Of course there are some very smart 2008 Sauvignon Blancs but probably less than there are bad from this vintage.
Some of the wines to look out for are Walnut Block, Astrolabe, and Discovery Point. Try these and you won't be disappointed.
