During my recent trip to Las Vegas I found myself away from the casino for a spell. I'm not too sure how that happened, but while strolling around in the 100+ degree heat - dry heat - I decided it was time for some refreshment.
Brio Tuscan Grille is a chain restaurant, but they appear to take a little more interest in the wine list than that usually indicates. On this hot afternoon, refreshment came in the form of a Chilean white wine.
Santa Ema Sauvignon Blanc is from Chile's Central Valley region, in the Maipo Valley. It's 100% Sauvignon Blanc and costs $7 per glass. It also costs about that for a bottle at many retailers.
Refreshment is what I wanted, and refreshment was delivered. Pale, straw-colored in the glass, the nose is grassy and grapefruity with some tropical notes. There's also a whiff of fresh melons. The palate shows citrus on peaches. There's a delighful acidity with a very light and refreshing mouthfeel. The finish is medium long, but entirely delightful.
Refreshment is what I wanted, and refreshment was delivered. Pale, straw-colored in the glass, the nose is grassy and grapefruity with some tropical notes. There's also a whiff of fresh melons. The palate shows citrus on peaches. There's a delighful acidity with a very light and refreshing mouthfeel. The finish is medium long, but entirely delightful.
