Many years ago, New Zealand took plantings of the Sauvignon Blanc grape vine from France - just as Argentina took plantings of Malbec, California of Cabernet Sauvignon, Chile of Carmenere; we owe much to France, at least in its knowledge and skill of wine - and, because of the difference, mainly, of climate and soil (terroir), has produced Sauvignon Blanc wines that are unique in the world of wine. For the past several years, these wines from New Zealand have been among Harney's best sellers.
Starborough has everything that you expect from a Sauvignon Blanc from New Zealand. It is fruit-forward, with a plump mouthfeel and refreshing acidity, exhibiting aromas and flavors of lemongrass, grapefruit, and lime. The aromas and flavors are much more pronounced than those of a French Sauvignon Blanc or a Chilean (which I have been enjoying for over 25 years) or those from California. But, chacon a son gout (to each his own). One style is not bad, the other good, it's just a matter of taste.
Taste and see!