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3 Sightlines by Ara
Marlborough Sauvignon Blanc
83/100
Tasted
Remove Sightlines by Ara Marlborough Sauvignon BlancThe short version
Where they differ
Flavor profile
- Bottle 1Lime, Tropical, Citrus, Pear
- Bottle 2Citrus, Grapefruit, Melon, Herbal / botanical
- Bottle 3Grapefruit, Lemon, Pineapple, Citrus, Tropical, Botanical
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Sweetness
1LautusDry
2Saint VivianaDry
3Sightlines by AraNot assessed
Body
1LautusLight body
2Saint VivianaNot assessed
3Sightlines by AraNot assessed
Acidity
1LautusBright acidity
2Saint VivianaBright acidity
3Sightlines by AraBright acidity
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2 Saint Viviana |
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| Taste | |||
| Score Differs | 84/100 |
84/100 |
83/100 |
| Verdict | Stellenbosch Sauvignon Blanc shape without the sugar trap: gooseberry and lime, bright citrus on the palate, clean lingering lime on the exit. | Citrus-led and lightly herbal, with grapefruit and melon on a dry, crisp palate. Lively acidity keeps it fresh, and the fruit has enough presence to balance… | Sightlines by Ara Sauvignon Blanc has grapefruit, lemon and pineapple, with fresh herbs and a crisp, tart grapefruit finish. Our firsthand review. |
| Flavor Differs | Lime, Tropical, Citrus, Pear | Citrus, Grapefruit, Melon, Herbal / botanical | Grapefruit, Lemon, Pineapple, Citrus, Tropical, Botanical |
| Sweetness Differs | Dry | Dry | — |
| Body Differs | Light body | — | — |
| Likeness | Very good: chilled, it reads as Sauvignon Blanc rather than generic nonalcoholic white. | Citrus, melon and gentle herbal notes give it a recognizable Sauvignon Blanc character. The dry palate, lively acidity and continuing fruit reinforce the wine-like impression. | 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. |
| Alcohol & production | |||
| Method Differs | Spinning cone | Undeclared | Spinning cone |
| Product facts | |||
| Origin | Western Cape, South Africa | Washington State, United States | Marlborough, New Zealand |
| Price Differs | Under $20 | $20–$29 | Under $20 |
| Evidence | |||
| Verification Differs | Producer documented | Bottle verified | Bottle verified |
| Sources | 5 sources | 8 sources | 8 sources |
| Last verified | 2026-10-03 | 2026-10-24 | 2026-10-20 |