All of Toros' wines come from a zone called La Ponca that directly abuts the Italy-Slovenia border, and this particularly fresh Sauvignon Blanc (along with its 14.5% alcohol content) calls out for one of those yummy Slovenian chicken and spaetzle dishes with plenty of sour cream. The Toros 2018 Collio Sauvignon imparts immediate energy and vitality to the senses. This is a very precise expression of the grape with tangerine skin, green melon, orchard fruit and crunchy pear. Those fresh and tonic fruit sensations are framed by some light mineral notes of crushed sandstone or chalk. The wine's aromatic balance is well achieved and folds smoothly into its tight, lean-bodied texture. This is a release of about 8,000 bottles.

The pungent or sharp nature of this grape's characteristic aromas seem to have been muted or faded in this warm vintage, which sees contact with stainless steel only. The 2017 Collio Sauvignon does offer the tight delineation you should expect of this grape—with notes of candied orange peel, honey and mineral—and this is especially true of the mouthfeel. However, the sharpness of these aromas is a little softer or fuzzier at the edges, and the wine seems a little tired and hot in general. It lacks verve. Still, it should work just fine with a simple pasta and vegetables. Production was limited to 6,000 bottles.

Toros- 2006 Sauvignon is a wine that overflows with varietal character. Classic suggestions of tomato leaf, mint, sage, minerals and citrus make an appearance in this vibrant, intensely flavored Sauvignon that exudes persistence and style, closing with a long, creamy finish. Anticipated maturity: 2007-2010. Various American importers, including: T. Edward Wines, Ltd., New York, NY; tel. (212) 233-1504; Soletta Vini, Santa Ana, CA; tel. (714) 556-7896; Siema Wines LLC, Springfield, VA; tel. (703) 455-1200