The Dow Jones American Sauvignon Blanc Index Very Good: Mouth-watering nose of very fresh limes. Crisp and clean, with a nice hint of varietal green pepper and an interesting, mineral finish that keeps the wine grounded and prevents it from being frivolous. The Wall Street Journal May 18, 2007 Blend: 96% Sauvignon Blanc, 4% Semillon Groth 2006 Sauvignon Blanc was produced from grapes grown in variousmicroclimates of the Napa Valley. The warmer Napa Valley microclimates provided grapes that result...

Halfway to melons but picking up drier notes of old straw and a suggestion of something not quite fresh in its relatively outgoing aromas, this full-bodied, ripe offering is higher in weight than it is in varietal character or youthful fruit. Time is not its ally, but it can serve well alongside roasted chickens and spring vegetables over the next year or so.