The 2003 Sauvignon Blanc Estate reveals complex aromas of fresh herbs, melons, and honeyed citrus, backed-up by a medium-bodied, crisp white to enjoy over the next year. Tel. (707) 838-4306; Fax (707) 838-9687

Lemony and grassy, this very dry, tart wine is refreshing and zesty. Sur lie aging has given it body and structure, while a good proportion of new oak gives complex notes of smoke and vanilla. Totally dry. ——S.H.(12/1/2005)—— 88

On the heavy side, with full aromas of toast, baked fruit and spice. Stylistically, this falls into the category of barrel influenced; there’s vanilla, licorice and resin accents to the spicy apple and melon fruit flavors. Finishes quite dry and spicy, and here the oak notes take over a bit more than they should. ——W.E.(7/1/2005)—— 87