Fine Wines : Sauvignon Blanc

2006 was a cooler than normal year in Monterey County. This benefited our Sauvignon Blanc, as we encourage bright, grassy flavors with crisp acidity and pronounced varietal character. To this end, we began picking Sauvignon Blanc early in September with low sugar and high acid in order to enhance these characteristics. The resulting wine exhibits the aromas and flavors we love: loads of grapefruit, gooseberry and citrus flavors along with tropical fruit and grassy notes. We also enrich the texture with 4 % barrel-fermented Semillon from Napa.

This vintage shows delicate citrus aromas of gooseberry and kiwi with subtle hints of pears and cantaloupe. A bright entry on the palate and flavors of a tart, crisp Granny Smith apple lead to a soft, broad lingering finish.

The 2006 Cakebread Sauvignon Blanc is brilliantly clear with a very pale, light straw color. This lightness belies the wine's full fragrances and flavors. There are aromas reminiscent of mint, green kiwi fruit, and melon. On the palate, the Sauvignon Blanc's lively acidity carries flavors of tropical fruit, with hints of pineapples and, perhaps, ripe cantaloupes. There is a pleasant wisp of sweetness throughout this wine, with a note of butterscotch on the wine's finish.

The 2006 harvest was quite late, in fact I don–t remember the last time I harvested Sauvignon Blanc in October! The cool moderate weather yielded fruit of perfect ripeness retaining the perfect amount of natural acidity. Just like all our vintages of Crocker & Starr Sauvignon Blanc, this 2006 vintage has wonderful tropical aromas and flavors of white peach, mango, and guava finishing with vibrant and refreshing lime acidity. Here it is, another mouthwatering ‘margarita’ Sauvignon with long lasting, luscious varietal characteristics

The 2006 Sauvignon Blanc has vibrant acidity balanced by toasted oak and a rich mouthfeel. The aroma is a combination of ripe melon, Meyer lemon, kiwi, and pineapple complemented by jasmine, honey, thyme, and a hint of spice. On the palate, the flavors are an intriguing mix of tropical and citrus notes with grapefruit, apricot, lemon grass, papaya, and pineapple that linger on the finish.

Classic aromas of grapefruit, citrus, lemon zest and lemongrass jump out of the glass and proudly proclaim the wine's varietal character. A generous, fruit-forward palate shows juicy citrus flavors of grapefruit and tangerine, balanced by bright, crisp acidity. The pleasant finish is persistent with great length of flavor. Perfect as an aperitif, this wine also makes an ideal partner to oysters and nearly any shellfish, as well as salads and light fish and chicken dishes.

Brilliant,pale straw-green color. Effusive pomello and minerally nose is complexed by a hint of gooseberry. Rich, crisp pomello, Asian pear, and key lime flavors broaden into a creamy mid-palette that leads to a very long, crisp grapefruit and gooseberry-tinged finish. Serve at 50°F. Cellar at 55°F through 2011.

Kiwi, lemon, pineapple and a hint of cut grass make up the aromas of our 2006 Sauvignon Blanc. The entry has robust acidity, combined with tropical fruit and intense citrus character. Acidity, alcohol and layers of fruit combine to create balance in your mouth, and address all your taste buds. The finish is clean and crisp and perfect for shellfish, light summer vegetables or just a sunny afternoon.

Melon rind and green pear fruit, are carried by aromas of ripe ruby grapefruit. This exciting wine style can be enjoyed all day long with lunch, picnic fare, or evening cuisine enhanced by a rich expression of Sauvignon Blanc.

Morgan builds complexity into their Sauvignon Blanc with the addition of Semillon and Sauvignon Musque. The Semillon adds richness and depth of flavor and is a counter to the herb and sweet grass character of Sauvignon Blanc. The color is a brilliant light straw yellow with green highlights. The aromas and flavors show ripe passion fruit, kiwi, and citrus, along with a hint of lemongrass. The light to medium weight texture complements the bright, accessible fruitiness of the wine and its refreshing acidity.

This lovely Sauvignon Blanc (North Coast Appellation) is a blend of 60% Lake County fruit and 40% Sauvignon Blanc grown in Sonoma Countys Alexander Valley, Dry Creek Valley and Russian River Valley. As 'Tin Roof', Murphy-Goode introduces a style more typical of New Zealand or the Loire Valley than the wines normally made at the winery. The focus here is on the aromatics and the fresh lively fruit that is typically Sauvignon Blanc. The wine is perfect with delicate dishes, highly flavored and spicy foods or is lovely when served as aperitif.