3 Alternatives when you’re feeling dry

Navarro Anderson Valley Estate Bottle Dry Muscat 2006

This wine has consistently dazzled with the ebulent smell of Muscat in a dry format. Tonight it is perfect again. P&B in the little hamlet of Philo 13.5% $19 at the winery Navarro

Sauvignon Republic Russian River Valley Sauvignon Blanc 2006
The Russian River bottling has shown itself to be more discreet than the newest releases from ’07 down under that are now on the market. Make sure to blow off the stinkiness in the decanter or the glass and the Sauvignon aromas will ccome through just fine. Cellared & Bottled in Graton. 13.8% $12.99 at Bottle Barn Sauvignon Republic

Navarro Anderson Valley Estate Bottled Dry Gewurztraminer 2006

Another long-time favorite from Navarro that captures the smell of Gewurz without the sweetness. There’s the natural bitterness that you’d expect and flowers galore. P&B in Philo 13.5% $19 at the winery Navarro

About RJ

Ray Johnson is the Executive Director of the Wine Business Institute at Sonoma State University. He writes about food and wine, his travels and the business of wine. He makes his home in Sonoma County, California.
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