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No clear differences in the assessed structure or declared production facts. Check the tasting notes and evidence below for a fuller picture.
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From our tastings. Each mark shows an assessed level, with the same scale for every bottle.
Sweetness
1LautusDry
2SeaglassNot assessed
Body
1LautusLight body
2SeaglassNot assessed
Acidity
1LautusBright acidity
2SeaglassNot assessed
| Field | ||
|---|---|---|
| Taste | ||
| Score Differs | 84/100 |
79/100 |
| Verdict | Stellenbosch Sauvignon Blanc shape without the sugar trap: gooseberry and lime, bright citrus on the palate, clean lingering lime on the exit. | Grapefruit, apple, and melon lead a brisk, tart Sauvignon Blanc with a little sweetness and a fresh citrus finish. |
| Flavor Differs | Lime, Tropical, Citrus, Pear | — |
| Sweetness Differs | Dry | — |
| Body Differs | Light body | — |
| Acidity Differs | Bright acidity | — |
| Likeness | Very good: chilled, it reads as Sauvignon Blanc rather than generic nonalcoholic white. | — |
| Alcohol & production | ||
| Method Differs | Spinning cone | Undeclared |
| Product facts | ||
| Origin | Western Cape, South Africa | Central Coast, California, United States |
| Bottle size | 750 ml | 750 mL bottle |
| Evidence | ||
| Last verified | 2026-10-03 | 2026-10-07 |