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A pale, lemon-straw colored wine with a moderately aromatic nose of green and citrus fruit, minerals, melon and a hint of ocean air. Medium-bodied, round and ripe, with enough acidity to keep it balanced and refreshing. Flavors of apple, pear, lemon creme, minerals, grapefruit and notes of almonds on the medium-length finish.
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Producer notes: "[$18 list] 45% Sauvignon Blanc, 30% Riesling, 25% Pinot Gris. Named after Fred Brander's daughter, this Sauvignon Blanc blend is sourced from the best estate lots in the Santa Ynez Valley. It's produced and aged in stainless steel to preserve its crisp freshness, but is made in an off-dry style, giving it a little extra body and a resemblance to some wines from Alsace France."
Not yet reviewed; 2010 vintage rated 87 points by Wine Enthusiast: "A blend of Sauvignon Blanc, Riesling and Pinot Gris. It’s crisp and clean in acidity, with zesty flavors of pineapples, oranges, mangoes and vanilla. If only it were drier, the score would be much higher. 702 cases. Alcohol 13%."
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88 points and 'Editors' Choice,' Wine Enthusiast: "Brander’s first Sauvignon Blanc of the cool 2011 vintage is delicious: It tastes dryish to slightly off-dry, with excellent acidity brightening the citrus and tropical fruit flavors. Alcohol 13.2%. (Sep 2012)"
86 points Wine Spectator: "This white offers intense grassy notes to compliment its flavors of lime, passion fruit and pear, coming together in a refreshing chorus. Drink now. (8/31/12)"
Producer notes: "In making this cuvée, we blended our estate fruit with the best Sauvignon Blanc grown in other vineyards in the Los Olivos area. Crisp and dry, with floral aromas and true varietal expression, this wine combines cold tank fermentation with a small portion of barrel fermentation. This 35th vintage celebrates our commitment to making the best Sauvignon Blanc in California."
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91 points Wine Enthusiast: "[$32 list] Lots of zippy acidity in this fresh, dry, clean Sauvignon Blanc. It’s unoaked, which allows the Meyer lemon, orange and guava fruit to star. There’s a sweet vanilla taste that must come from the grapes. A beautiful, complex white wine to drink now. 690 cases produced. (Aug 2011)"
Producer notes: "Our top of the line estate Sauvignon Blanc is hand tended and aged in stainless steel. 24 hour skin contact gives the wine a complexity while letting the wine remain light and clean. This elegant Sauvignon Blanc stays true to the varietal with notes of light apple, feminine perfume and a freshness."
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90 points Wine & Spirits: "[$25 list] This presents the prickly pear side of sauvignon, bringing the green flavors of a succulent plant to mind. The texture is supple, the alcohol driving the intensity of the flavor and the toastiness of the lees with a pleasantly pale burn. Chill it for veal sausage or a country pâté. (Oct 2011)"
Producer notes: "This wine is named after Fred's son Nicolas and is 100% Sauvignon Blanc from the Brander Vineyard Estate. It is a classic example of a white Bordeaux wine; aged sur-lie in 50% new French oak barrels to add richness in flavor and a silky texture, while still showcasing opulent fruit and firm-balanced acidity on the finish. A perfect pairing with Santa Barbara's richer seafood- we're thinking lobster with lemon butter or grilled salmon."
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Producer notes: "56% Pinot Grigio, 31% Sauvignon Blanc, 13% Gewürztraminer. The 2011 vintage marks the third year with David Ramey as our consulting winemaker, whose wines of balanced expression have made him one of the most renowned and influential winemakers in America today. The 2011 vintage was marked by a cool wet spring, a long growing season and a very small crop. The 2011 Serenity is a distinctive proprietary blend that displays fruit forward aromas of citrus, honeysuckle, nectarine and with expressive minerality. The flavors are rich and deep showing white peach, passion fruit, and honeydew melon with a hint of lime. The wine is well-balanced, leaving a long, clean and well-textured finish, like summer in a glass. Alcohol 13.3%."
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Producer notes: "The startlingly fresh, vivid aromas of our 2012 Sauvignon Blanc literally leap out of the glass, redolent of just-cut white grapefruit, bracing gooseberry, lime and kiwi, and ripe honeydew melon, with subordinate spice and vanilla scents. On the medium-bodied palate, the wine's ripe grapefruit, guava, melon, green apple and mineral flavors are remarkably rich, intense, concentrated and vibrant, with a long, full finish packed with fresh fruit and mineral/chalky (a la White Bordeaux) tones. This is our 38th vintage of Napa Valley Sauvignon Blanc, and it's a doozy, unquestionably one of our best. Savor it over the next 3-5 years as an ideal apèritif wine and with your favorite salad, seafood, poultry and pasta dishes."
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87 points Wine Enthusiast: "[$20 list] Hard to believe there’s no oak on this Pinot Gris. It has an elaborate layer of vanilla that must come from the grapes. However, the main flavors are tropical fruits, apricots and honeysuckle flowers. The sweetness level is between dry and off dry. 455 cases produced. Alcohol 14.0%. (Dec 2011)"
87 points James Suckling: "Pretty sliced apple and peaches on the nose and palate. Turns a little fruit cocktail like but attractive. (12/12/11)"
Producer notes: "This Pinot Gris was cold fermented in stainless steel and aged only five months. The 2010 Carr Pinot Gris has aromas of baked apples, citrus zest, ripe pears, apricots and mineral notes with a round soft mid-palate and a long finish. 455 cases produced."
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91 points Josh Raynolds (International Wine Cellar): "Pale, green-tinged straw. High-pitched aromas of lime zest and pungent herbs, with a suave floral nuance gaining strength with air. Racy and precise, offering bright citrus fruit flavors that give way to deeper melon and pear on the back end. Finishes dry, tight and long, with resonating spiciness and impressive clarity. (May 2012)"
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93 points and 'Good Value,' Connoisseurs' Guide: "Although the aromas of this vibrant young wine take a bit of time and coaxing to come around, they and the similarly lively and nuanced flavors that follow speak directly to very fresh, wonderfully pure Riesling fruit. We typically find Eroica bottlings to be restrained and a bit backward when still in their first years, and that is the case here. That said, the wine's delicacy should not be seen as a failing, and, if it is an attractive, slightly sweet foil to lighter curries and sundry Southeast Asian foods in the short term, it is impeccably balanced and has years of increasing beauty before it reaches its peak. (Sep 2011)"
93 points and 'Cellar Selection,' Wine Enthusiast: "Complex and compelling, this has a luscious mix of fruits that run the Riesling gamut. It’s creamy and textural, fresh and primary, with exceptional aging potential and fine, juicy, natural acidity. (12/31/12)"
93 points Wine & Spirits: "Eroica in a cool vintage is driven by energy and freshness more than fruit, the acidity providing a cool, angular intensity. In this 2011, scents of peach and honeysuckle give way to stone fruit flavors that feel clean and pure, buoyed by a minerality that keeps the wine en pointe. A tremendous success in a vintage that required care and a sophisticated approach to viticulture. (Dec 2012)"
Producer notes: "The 2011 Eroica Riesling exhibits aromas and flavors of white peach, grapefruit and sweet lime with subtle mineral notes. The mouth-watering acidity is beautifully balanced by flavorful Washington Riesling fruit. After more than a decade we have truly found our 'Eroica style,' striving for beautiful bright fruit with crisp acidity and enhanced mineralilty. Food pairing: Asian dishes, Indian curries, crab, scallops. Alcohol 11%. Residual sugar 2.28 g/100ml."
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90 points David Schildknecht (Wine Advocate): "...Delectable scents of basswood (Germans would say 'linden flower') mingle with honeydew melon, white peach, and lime that go on to render the palate sorbet-like in its combination of succulent richness and sheer cooling refreshment. The balance of acidity and sweetness (from 18 grams of residual sugar) is perfectly judged to support the aforementioned impression and -- with the help of a lick of salt, mineral dust, and citrus zests -- advances an invigorating, ultra-luscious and lip-smackingly lingering finish. Whether you need to drink this up over the next 12-18 months I can’t say from experience but I very much doubt it. (Not that cellaring will be on many purchasers’ minds.) Smith says his sensibility for Riesling was honed on the Mittelrhein in the 1990s -- that being the source nearest his then base of Copenhagen -- and he certainly took-away some serious artisanal capital! Sounding a theme familiar from the Old World as well, he credits extreme diurnal temperature swings in the vineyard with this wine’s strikingly successful balance and overall quality. If you are interested in the future of Riesling; Washington State wine; wine value; or wine for the masses, this represents a huge glass of Hope you can drain with a grin to Charles Smith’s health. (Dec 2012)"
89 points Wine Spectator: "Fresh and lively, this is off-dry, but with tangy balance to the pineapple and lime flavors, lingering on the finish. Drink now through 2015... (11/30/12)"
Producer notes: "Super Kung Fu Girl! More depth and complexity than ever. Apricot, kumquat, nectarine and lime leaves. A great mid-palate intensity with a long, long minerally finish. We love Riesling from Evergreen Vineyard in The Ancient Lakes area of the Columbia Valley AVA."
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Producer notes: "This 2010 version strikes me as the driest, most robust Riesling we’ve made since the 1988. This is certainly no 'sweet sipping wine.' In its firm structure and generous proportions it may be compared to an Alsace grand cru Riesling, and bear in mind that those wines are considered the primary dinner wines of that region. We therefore recommend highly that you show off this food-friendly Riesling at the dinner table, pairing it with a richly-sauced chicken dish or, even better, with a hearty 'Seafood Soup'. 80% tank fermented, 20% barrel fermented. 648 cases produced. Residual sugar: 0.2%. Alcohol 12.8%."
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Producer notes: "Gorgeous aromas of apricot, honeysuckle, and vanilla and lime zest enhance a deeply-flavored palate of tropical fruit, peach, pear and honeydew melon flavors. The complexity of this wine is brought into balance with a rich, round, soft texture; fresh, supportive acidity; and a stunning, satisfying finish."
Not yet reviewed; 2010 vintage rated 89 points by Wine Spectator: "Wonderfully effusive, a bouquet of honeysuckle and jasmine gives way to ripe, fleshy peach, pear, tangerine and melon notes. Rich flavors and supple textures are matched by a refreshing acidity. Chardonnay, Sauvignon Blanc, Viognier, Muscat Canelli and Sémillon. Drink now."
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89 points California Grapevine: "Light yellow; attractive, floral, grassy varietal aroma with hints of gooseberry, grapefruit, and bell pepper; medium body; crisp, herbal, citrussy, green apple and tropical fruit flavors; lingering aftertaste. Highly recommended. 13% alcohol; 0% barrel fermented; 0% malolactic fermentation; released December 2011. (Sep 2012)"
Producer notes: "This wine was fermented exclusively in stainless steel to achieve a lively expression of Sauvignon Blanc, highlighting grapefruit, kiwi, kaffir lime, lemon zest and fresh-cut grass aromas. The palate is bright and balanced, and the flavors echo the aromas, with additional notes of pineapple, gooseberry and minerals leading to a full, refreshing finish."
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Producer notes: "This is a vibrant and fruit-forward expression of Sauvignon Blanc with abundant aromas of pineapple, honeydew, lime leaves and lemon zest. The fruit continues on the palate, which is full and round with ripe melon flavors and bright refreshing acidity. It lingers in your mouth before ending with a hint of citrus zest. Alcohol 13.5%."
2011 vintage rated 89 points by California Grapevine: "Light yellow; attractive, floral, grassy varietal aroma with hints of gooseberry, grapefruit, and bell pepper; medium body; crisp, herbal, citrussy, green apple and tropical fruit flavors; lingering aftertaste. Highly recommended. 13% alcohol; 0% barrel fermented; 0% malolactic fermentation; released December 2011."
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California Grapevine: "Light yellow; attractive, floral, lemony, grassy, pear, melon, and kiwi aroma; medium-full body; forward, intense, herbal, grassy, citrus and stone fruit flavors with a slightly creamy mouthfeel... lingering aftertaste. Highly recommended. 13.5% alcohol; blended with 24% Semillon; 20% barrel fermented; 0% malolactic fermentation. (Aug/Sep 2009)"
Producer notes: "76% Sauvignon Blanc, 24% Sémillon. This Sauvignon Blanc seamlessly combines lush, mouth-filling fruit with refreshing acidity. The aromas highlight bright citrus notes of lemon zest, grapefruit and kaffir lime, underscored by subtle hints of pear and dried apricot. Echoing the aromatics, the palate reveals vibrant citrus layers complemented by more subdued tropical elements of banana, coconut and lychee."
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Producer notes: "The aromas are fresh and enticing with bright citrus layers supported by subtle undertones of papaya and green mango. On the palate, the tropical notes come to the forefront with rich, lush layers of guava, passion fruit and lychee, as well as hints of herbs and lemon zest. 76% Sauvignon Blanc, 24% Sémillon. Alcohol 13.5%. 15% barrel fermented in new French oak. 5 months sur lie."
Wine Spectator: "Apple blossom, pear and tangerine flavors are at the core of this wine, with a nice acidity to give the flavors plenty of intensity and freshness. Drink now. (8/31/12)"
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Producer notes: "The aromas are fresh and enticing with bright citrus layers supported by subtle undertones of papaya and green mango. On the palate, the tropical notes come to the forefront with rich, lush layers of guava, passion fruit and lychee, as well as hints of herbs and lemon zest. 76% Sauvignon Blanc, 24% Sémillon. Alcohol 13.5%. 15% barrel fermented in new French oak. 5 months sur lie."
Wine Spectator: "Apple blossom, pear and tangerine flavors are at the core of this wine, with a nice acidity to give the flavors plenty of intensity and freshness. Drink now. (8/31/12)"
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Producer notes: "The 2012 Elk Cove Vineyards Pinot Gris has sweet and unctuous aromatics while showing crispness on the palate with vibrant citrus and grapefruit. True to Elk Cove Vineyards’ style, a rich mouthfeel leads to a full and satisfying balanced finish. Drink this lovely white wine as an aperitif or with a variety of food pairings from salmon and main-course salads to Asian and Thai influenced dishes."
Not yet reviewed; 2011 vintage rated 89 points by Wine & Spirits: "Hints of lemon, green apple and chalk all mingle in this lean gris’s aromatics; the flavors are racy, reflecting the vintage, with a salty zest to the finish that would pair well with prawns roasted in salt."
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92 points The Tasting Panel: "Borne of Alsatian clones, this scented supple sipper brings us back to the garden in the middle of Spring with the lure of peaches, honeysuckle and a basket of limes, oranges and lemons. A glistening gem-like minerality keeps it focused. (Dec 2011)"
Producer notes: "This Etude Pinot Gris opens with inviting aromas of white stone fruit, honey suckle and jasmine. The pure flavors of white peach, nectarine and Meyer lemon carry over on the palate and mingle with subtle lemon-lime notes. Crisp acidity opens up to reveal minerality that keeps the wine lifted, focused and refreshing."
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Producer notes: "This Etude Pinot Gris opens with inviting aromas of white stone fruit, honeysuckle and jasmine. The pure flavors of white peach, nectarine and Meyer lemon carry over on the palate and mingle with subtle lemon-lime notes. Crisp acidity opens up to reveal minerality that keeps the wine lifted, focused and refreshing."
Not yet reviewed; 2010 vintage rated 89 points by Wine Advocate: "The 2010 Pinot Gris is a beautiful wine layered with lime, grapefruit, mint and crushed rocks. This gorgeous, focused white is best enjoyed over the next few years. The Pinot Gris is done entirely in stainless steel and the malolactic fermentation is blocked. Anticipated maturity: 2011-2013."
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90 points Connoisseurs' Guide: "Young, fresh, fruity, subtle in its nuanced notes of sweet grasses, dried weeds, candied grapefruit and Meyer lemons, this vibrant new wine is equally full of vim and vigor on the palate, and the only caveat we have for the moment is that it will get better and better as it seasons in the bottle over the next few months, and then for a couple of years after that. It is wholly charming yet it is also, as one would expect now, slightly direct in style and a touch youthfully chalky in its pert finish. This wine will stay high on our radar for months and months. (Mar 2013)"
90 points California Grapevine: "Medium-light golden yellow color; attractive, floral, moderately grassy, slightly tropical, grapefruit, apple, and white peach aroma with floral notes; medium to medium-full body; fresh, clean, varietal flavors with bright acidity and a slight trace of oak and a hint of residual sugar giving the wine a rounded, fleshy mouthfeel; lingering aftertaste. Very highly recommended. 13.8% alcohol; 100% Sauvignon Musqué; 35% barrel fermented; 0% malolactic fermentation; released January 2013. (Apr 2013)"
Producer notes: "Ferrari-Carano’s 2012 Fume Blanc has aromas of orange blossom, quince, white peach, Meyer lemon and mango complemented by flavors of pineapple, pear and guava. This wine has bright acidity and crisp freshness from the cool, stainless steel tank fermentation, while the subtle oak character from barrel aging adds, body, complexity and depth."
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W&S 93
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CGV 90
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93 points Wine & Spirits: "[$30 list] Farmed under biodynamics at Grgich’s American Canyon and Carneros estate vineyards, this wine has the intensity of flavor that fruit can give at the peak of ripeness. The depth of that fruit flavor ranges from tart pear skin to kumquat, both brisk and resonant. Its underlying earthiness parallels the structure of a classic Loire chenin: a sauvignon that’s refreshing with river fish and big enough for foie gras. (Feb 2012)"
90 points Stephen Tanzer (International Wine Cellar): "Bright, pale yellow. Bracing, slightly raw aromas of lemon peel, grapefruit and pepper. Then surprisingly supple following the nose, with a dense, tactile lemony flavor intensified by sound acidity. Vibrant, very dry and delicate sauvignon blanc with excellent length. (May 2012)"
90 point California Grapevine: "[$30 list] Medium-light yellow; intense, herbal, stylistic, rather aggressive varietal aroma with a light trace of sulfur; medium-full body; assertive, crisp, herbal, grassy flavors; lingering aftertaste. Very highly recommended. 14.3% alcohol; 100% Sauvignon Blanc (including about 80% of the Musqué clone); 100% barrel fermented; 0% malolactic fermentation; to be released Spring 2012."
Producer notes: "This 100% Sauvignon Blanc was made from grapes that were certified organic and Biodynamic at our cool American Canyon and Carneros vineyards, not far from the San Francisco Bay. The wine's crisp, elegant flavors of passion fruit, lemon grass and a hint of minerality at the end of the long finish are perfect with a green salad topped by Chevre cheese, grilled seafood or sauteed chicken breast."
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Producer notes: "Our 2012 Sauvignon Blanc was produced from grapes grown in various microclimates of the Napa Valley. The warmer Napa Valley microclimates give us grapes that result in wines with a lush, full melon/citrus character in the aroma and in the flavor. The cooler Napa Valley fruit provides a solid, crisp backbone that gives the wine an exciting liveliness that balances the rich creaminess from 'sur lie' aging."
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