White Wine

Jul 092012
 
2010 Sawyer Cellars Sauvignon Blanc, Rutherford, Napa Valley, CA, $22(S) – Rating 89

A soft and round SB with neutral oak aging. Aromas of apple with notes of caramel. Subtle apple and caramel extend to the palate with pear and citrus and hints of apricot. A touch of zippy acidity rounds out the wine. Buy This Wine

Jul 082012
 
2010 Franciscan Cuvee Sauvage Chardonnay, Carneros, Napa Valley, CA, $36 (S) – Rating 91

An enticing nose of apple, pear and Creme Fraiche with notes of citrus and honeycomb. A lush mouth-feel filled with flavors of apple, pear, ripe pineapple and baking spice with hints of oaky vanilla and buttery cream. Well balanced enough to avoid the butter-bomb label.

Jul 082012
 
2009 Carol Shelton Coquille Blanc, White Rhone-style blend, Paso Robles, CA, $24 (S) – Rating 89

An interesting blend of Rhone varieties, 57% Grenache Blanc, 25% Roussanne, 18% Viognier that presents aromas of tropicals, white peach and notes of honey. A creamy mouth-feel with flavors of apple pie, pineapple, peach, and almond with a vanilla spiciness on the back palate. Buy This Wine

Jul 082012
 
2011 Clark-Claudon Vineyards Wild Iris Sauvignon Blanc, Napa Valley, CA, $28(S) – Rating 90

A Sauvignon Blanc of the first order. A lovely nose of citrus, pears and hints of green apple. 100% SB including the Musque clone, oak barrels and daily lees stirring results luscious mouth-feel offering flavors of citrus, pear, ripe pineapple and honeycomb with notes of oaky vanilla and spice. Plenty of zesty acidity to pair with lighter summer fare. Buy this Wine