One of California's finest Sauvignons is consistently the offering from Duckhorn Vineyards. Their 2006 Sauvignon Blanc exhibits a beautiful texture along with aromas of honeysuckle, spring flowers, and hints of sealing wax and background oak. Drink this flavor-filled, complex white over the next year. Tel. (707) 963-7108; Fax (707) 945-1009

With 20% Semillon, this is a very rich wine, partly barrel-fermented and aged on the lees. It’s packed with ripe, fruity peaches, pineapples, green apples, melons, figs and dates. It’s a little sweet, but zesty acidity comes to the rescue to provide balance and elegance.——S.H.(12/31/2007)—— 88