Trader Joes yet again supplied this week's featured white wine. A smooth blend of 50% semillion and 50% Sauvignon Blanc, Les Caves Joseph is a Bourdeaux Blanc available for a mere $6.99 at a Trader Joes near you.
I was immediately impressed by the complexity of the bouquet for a wine at this price point. The nose hinted at pineapple, mowed grass and fresh cut flowers typical of Sauvignon Blanc. A swirl in the glass yielded a delightful yellow a hue and allowed the nose to express itself even further. The Sauvignon Blanc definitely made it's presence felt on the palate as well. The wine displayed a crisp, citrus presence in the mouth and had a nice dry finish with just a hint of oak. I paired the wine with a creamy asparagus and leek soup, topped with crisp pancetta. The contrast of the sweet, creamy and nutty flavors of the soup balanced the wine's fruit and acidity quite nicely.
I think this wine is an excellent bargain, but still falls short of the bar set by last week's Vouvray. It's difficult to compare the two wines because of thew inherent differences in their style, but in terms of overall quality there is still a noticeable difference. However, until I find a better value this will be the "go to" white wine when a dry, acidic style best serves the cuisine being served. Excellent Value. 8/10.
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