Dry and crisp, but too feline in strong green aromas and flavors. A little of that goes a long way. Modest lemon and lime fruit comes to the rescue, but too little, too late. ——S.H.(3/1/2010)—— 82

The 2005 Sauvignon Blanc Russian River includes18% Semillon which seems to have fleshed out the wine, given it more texture without losing its crisp passion fruit and slightly herbaceous fig and melon aromatics and flavors. Drink it over the next 1-2 years. Tel. (866) 972-6246

This Sauvignon is just a little too green. The gooseberry flavors have a sharp, minty edge that detracts, and makes the wine taste medicinal.——S.H.(7/1/2008)—— 82

Richly textured, with a strong gooseberry core that fans out to reveal hints of citrus, melon, hay and herbs. Fairly complex, with a touch of fig on the fresh yet lush finish. ——J.M.(9/1/2004)—— 89