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2 Sightlines by Ara
Marlborough Sauvignon Blanc
83/100
Tasted
Remove Sightlines by Ara Marlborough Sauvignon BlancThe short version
Where they differ
Flavor profile
- Bottle 1Grapefruit, Passionfruit, Tropical
- Bottle 2Grapefruit, Lemon, Pineapple, Citrus, Tropical, Botanical
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Sweetness
1Butter ZeroNot assessed
2Sightlines by AraNot assessed
Body
1Butter ZeroNot assessed
2Sightlines by AraNot assessed
Acidity
1Butter ZeroBright acidity
2Sightlines by AraBright acidity
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The full comparison
9 fields match. Differences are marked.
Blank and undeclared values are missing evidence. They are not treated as the same.
| Field | ||
|---|---|---|
| Taste | ||
| Record | Tasted | Tasted |
| Score Differs | 82/100 |
83/100 |
| Verdict | Grapefruit and passion fruit give this crisp Sauvignon Blanc clear varietal character. Lively citrus acidity balances light tropical-fruit sweetness, with a… | Sightlines by Ara Sauvignon Blanc has grapefruit, lemon and pineapple, with fresh herbs and a crisp, tart grapefruit finish. Our firsthand review. |
| Flavor Differs | Grapefruit, Passionfruit, Tropical | Grapefruit, Lemon, Pineapple, Citrus, Tropical, Botanical |
| Sweetness | — | — |
| Body | — | — |
| Acidity | Bright acidity | Bright acidity |
| Likeness | Citrus acidity gives the ripe fruit a wine-like balance rather than a juice-like sweetness. | Sauvignon Blanc in the herbal grapefruit and the tart close. Grapefruit, lemon, and pineapple lead, then bright citrus and tropical fruit with fresh herbs. The herbs keep the grape in the glass. The fruit is vivid. The finish is the stricter part. |
| Category | Wine | Wine |
| Style | Sauvignon Blanc | Sauvignon Blanc |
| Alcohol & production | ||
| Alcohol level | <0.5% | <0.5% |
| Production | Dealcoholized | Dealcoholized |
| Method Differs | Undeclared | Spinning cone |
| Product facts | ||
| Origin | California, United States | Marlborough, New Zealand |
| Price | Under $20 | Under $20 |
| Bottle size | 750 ml | 750 ml |
| Evidence | ||
| Verification | Bottle verified | Bottle verified |
| Sources | 7 sources | 8 sources |
| Last verified | 2026-10-18 | 2026-10-20 |